The Aspen Institute Project Play

Fostering a love of sport for life. For teens (ages 13-17) who play sports.

Finding pathways to play. For teens (ages 13-17) who do not play sports.

What to aim for in youth sports. For kids (ages 6-12) who play sports.

Getting kids into the game. For kids (Ages 6-12) not yet Involved in sport programs.

First steps in building an athlete for life. For kids (Ages 0-5) not yet Involved in sport programs.

As youth sports return in some communities, there’s a greater need than ever for parents to identify the right sports to meet their child’s health needs

COVID-19 could fundamentally change the purpose of youth sports so adults in charge better care for athletes’ mental health and develop their social and emotional skills, not simply their athletic talent.

The big question in all of our minds at the moment is: Are we going to be able to return to play soon?

One thing is certain: There are families and coaches who are eager to play

The risk of kids becoming infected with the virus and transmitting it to adults has become a central question about whether to reopen youth sports, along with schools and other activities for kids