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| Gulfport (Miss.) PAL selected as Hook A Kid On Golf Site of the Year |
 Since 2002, the Gulfport (Miss.) Police Athletic League (PAL) has utilized Hook A Kid On Golf, offered by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, to enrich the lives of children through the game of golf. Gulfport PAL is noted for their ability to reach a consistent number of youngsters each year. Even in light of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, they were able to keep their Hook A Kid On Golf program strong. Over the years, more than 700 local children have gained the benefits and skills offered by golf because of the Gulfport PAL. More... |
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| Several new communities establish NAYS chapters to assist coaches |
 Several new communities across the country recently established chapters with the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS), adding to the more than 3,000 leagues, organizations and military bases that currently utilize its wide variety of programs worldwide.
By becoming official NAYS Chapters, these communities are training and educating their coaches through the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA), the highly More... |
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| Westport (Conn.) Recreation’s NYSCA mandate benefits all |
.jpg) Since 1981, the National Alliance for Youth Sports has given youth sports leaders the resources and tools they need to make a difference in their community. From volunteer education, like National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) coach training to the prestigious Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) credential, youth sports leaders have been able to improve upon the safety and experience each child has while participating in their program. More... |
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While the benefits of youth sports – from learning sports skills to leadership skills – are numerous and well known, its positive effects on children with disabilities are often overlooked. The fact is, playing sports is found to be just as beneficial to youth with disabilities as to those without.
