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 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. 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. 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. Why Policy Matters in Sport: How Setting Standards Can Lead to a Safer, Happier Youth Sports Experience Learn how policy helps protect the youth athlete in your life and which sport organizations are required to follow three essential safety standards. 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 The Top 10 Reasons Players Don’t Report a Concussion Find out 10 ways to to help athletes combat a negative team concussion culture Recognizing the Symptoms of a Concussion As a coach or parent, do you know the signs that indicate that a player has been concussed? Returning to Learning After a Concussion Reducing Liability for Concussion-Related Lawsuits: Document Your Training and Education What actions can an organization take to reduce their liability? Why is Rest Important After a Concussion? Returning to Play After a Concussion Coaches should also give information to the parents regarding the signs and symptoms of concussion so they can monitor their child at home. View More More Safety Articles 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. Safety Tips for Times When Parents Do Not Accompany Their Youth Athletes A checklist for parents to prepare kids before they go anywhere without adult protection 5 Things Every Parent Should Know Before Their Child Joins a Sport These 5 tips help parents set their child up for a safe, fun, and successful first experience in sport As States Return to Play, Don’t Forget These 4 Safety Essentials It’s essential that parents, coaches, and youth sports administrators are mindful of best safety practices to protect student-athletes. Sports Organizations Rethinking Safety Standards Continued wave of school shootings have club operators exploring ways to keep their facilities safe 10 Injury Safety Tips for Parents The best defense is a great offense – for parents, that offense is being proactive in setting up your child for safety success by following these procedures: Running Smart: How to Make Safety Your Top Priority Make safety part of their training plan. These quick tips can help your athlete stay safe, aware, and connected. Background Screening – Your First Line of Defense Of the 60 million youth athletes throughout the United States, up to an estimated 4.8 million may be victims of sexual abuse. This is why the main priority for the Athlete Protection & Safety program at USA Lacrosse is implementing... US Lacrosse Focuses on Athlete Safety with Partner, NCSI Keeping its athletes safe when not supervised by their parents or guardians is a top priority for US Lacrosse Fostering Respect. Ending Abuse in Sport. You may have heard of SafeSport's Olympic Movement efforts—or maybe not much at all about America’s safe sport nonprofit turning 5 in March. Learn the basics. As School Starts, Parents Can Pave the Way for Hard but Honest Discussions As school begins and teams form, these 5 tips will help parents be prepared to talk with their child about abuse in and around sport. 9 Safety Tips To Ensure Emotional and Physical Safety of Players Here are 9 simple tips for ensuring that your players are emotionally and physically safe in their sport. More Safety Articles