Safety Keeping kids safe is a top priority and fundamental piece of our mission to get more kids involved in sports. National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI) is a youth safety advocacy group and leading background screening provider that serves youth sports and civic organizations and national governing bodies across the country. Read NCSI stories Presented by Protecting Youth Athletes from Abuse—Key Actions for Parents and Coaches These materials for youth and high school sports parents and coaches can help prevent sex abuse. Sport injury and prevention guidesThe National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) seeks to train and educate coaches, educators and family members to ensure that young people participate in a safe environment so they get all of the benefits associated with youth sports. Read more by NCYS Football Injuries and Prevention Lacrosse Injuries and Prevention Hockey Injuries and Prevention Soccer Injuries and Prevention Softball Injuries and Prevention Volleyball Injuries and Prevention Basketball Injuries and Prevention Baseball Injuries and Prevention Building a safer future for youth sportsPromote abuse-free sport settings with these resources and articles for parents and athletes from the U.S. Center for SafeSport. Preventing Bullying in Youth Sports: From Starting Conversations to Setting Expectations, Parents Play an Important Role 5 Tips to Make Overnight Sports Camp Safer for Teen Athletes Overnight sports camps build skills and team culture—understand how to keep your teen safe while they're away. The SafeSport Summer Playbook: Your Guide to Promoting Wellness & Safety in Youth Sports & Activities Explore free SafeSport resources to help you promote safety and wellness this summer in youth sports programs and activities. Empower Your Family & Protect Your Kids in Sport: Tips for Parents & Guardians Learn how to talk your kids and teens about preventing abuse in sport. Explore our three tips for parents and guardians. When It Comes to Bullying, Coaches Are Positioned to Protect Athletes Coaches, learn how you can stay aware of bullying behavior, respond to it, and promote a team environment of inclusivity and belonging. Safer Sport for Kids Starts with Educated, Knowledgeable Parents and Guardians Help your child succeed on and off the field, mat or rink—learn about the types of abuse and misconduct that can occur in sport. View more Get the Gold Standard of Background Checks Protect your athletes, families, and organization with industry-leading background checks from the National Center for Safety Initiatives Protect your athletes Concussion care and prevention Reducing Liability for Concussion-Related Lawsuits: Document Your Training and Education What actions can an organization take to reduce their liability? Returning to Learning After a Concussion The Top 10 Reasons Players Don’t Report a Concussion Find out 10 ways to to help athletes combat a negative team concussion culture Heads Up: Concussion Stats Reveal Surprising Numbers Study shows about 300,000 youth athletes suffer concussions each year Concussion Protocol Explained: How Does It Work? Good Sleep Quality Helps Youth Concussion Recovery Getting a good night's sleep after a sports-related concussion might lead to a shorter recovery time in adolescents View More More Safety Articles The Future of Safety Hear experts from USA Lacrosse, USA Artistic Swimming, and the U.S. Center for SafeSport discuss the future of youth athlete safety and how all of us can make a difference. Protecting Youth Athletes from Abuse—Key Actions for Parents and Coaches These materials for youth and high school sports parents and coaches can help prevent sex abuse. Athletes Come First at Chaparral Wrestling Club Watch this short story for a firsthand account of how the U.S. Center for SafeSport has supported Chaparral Wrestling Club in fostering a positive environment for anyone who gets on the mat. Sports Organizations Reassessing Safety Expectations, Standards Gun violence has club owners and directors devising new ways to keep kids safe New Things You Need to Know about Concussions in Youth Sport Newer research shows that some prior recommendations, including prolonged periods of rest, were not helpful for recovery from concussions. Summer Sports Safety Tips Safety Essentials of USA Football’s League Excellence Program Safety Essentials of USA Football’s League Excellence Program Kids Safety Check: What to Do Before Every Mountain Bike Ride From the brakes to the handle bars, we have everything you need to know to do a proper safety check on your family's mountain bikes. From the Practice Fields in Your Town to the Podium in Paris, We Support Athletes Learn how the U.S. Center for SafeSport supports athletes of all levels and abilities during the Paris Games and beyond. Not Created Equal–Understanding Differences in Background Checks and their Role in Keeping Children Safe Do Your Part to Help Keep Children Safe - Understanding the Importance of Background Checks Sports Injury Prevention: Top 3 Youth Sports Safety Tips April is Youth Sports Safety Month, and fewer things are more important to sports families than keeping their athletes safe. Champion Respect with the U.S. Center for SafeSport TBD More Safety Articles