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National Youth Sports Strategy

Apply to Become a National Youth Sports Strategy Champion!

Posted on February 1, 2023 by ODPHP

NYSS Champions badge

The National Youth Sports Strategy’s vision is that one day, all youth will have the opportunity, motivation, and access to play sports. To realize this vision, we need the help of partners from across the youth sports landscape. That’s why we are excited to invite you to become a National Youth Sports Strategy (NYSS) Champion.

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News & Announcements, Spotlight
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National Youth Sports Strategy, PCSFN, Physical Activity

#MoveInMay to Celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

Posted on May 2, 2022 by ODPHP

Since 1983, each President has proclaimed May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month to promote the importance of physical activity, physical fitness, and sports participation. Like his predecessors, President Biden issued a Presidential proclamation celebrating this annual event, observing that “Fitness and sports are not only good for our physical health, they also improve the quality of our lives overall...

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health.gov Blog
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Physical Activity, PCSFN, National Youth Sports Strategy

Collaborating to Improve Youth Sports Across the United States

Posted on February 14, 2022 by ODPHP

NYSS

The benefits of youth sports are wide reaching and go well beyond those associated with physical activity. In addition to helping youth achieve their 60 minutes of daily physical activity, participation in sports can help kids learn the vital skills they need to succeed in life, like teamwork and leadership...

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health.gov Blog
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National Youth Sports Strategy, Physical Activity