Why A Youth Sports Safety Program is Important

A doctor was covering at a high school football game when a sophomore reserve got knocked unconscious temporarily. The doctor did the routine tests, recognized …

Turning Youth Sports Safety Awareness Into Action

By Wayne B. Moss Executive Director, National Council of Youth Sports As months go, April was especially noteworthy in the youth sports world, serving to …

Time to Talk More Openly About Sexual Abuse in Youth Sports

By Betsy Kanarowski, PhD, LCSW Chief Program Officer, Saprea We rush around the house searching for misplaced equipment. We pack snacks, drive for hours and …

STOP! Let Dr. Andrews Tell You a Story on Youth Sports Safety

By Kevin Scarbinsky NCYS Communications “Let me tell you a story.” When you hear Dr. James R. Andrews say those words, it’s time to put …

Education is Key to Addressing Rise in Youth Sports Injuries

By Barry P. Boden, MD The Orthopaedic Center and AOSSM Board Member   There’s a little-known epidemic occurring in our nation. More than 3.5 million injuries requiring …