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 The Importance of Water Safety in Sports Explore how youth sports can prioritize water safety with TeamUnify, a SportsEngine product, ensuring every child can make a splash safely. 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 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 Heads Up: Concussion Stats Reveal Surprising Numbers Study shows about 300,000 youth athletes suffer concussions each year Concussion Myths Parents and Athletes Should Know It’s important to educate both athletes and parents about the facts Why is Rest Important After a Concussion? 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 View More More Safety Articles Champion Respect with the U.S. Center for SafeSport TBD 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. How Can Coaches Help Make a Safe and Inclusive Playing Environment for Players? Get advice from youth sports coaches on how to make your organization a more safe and inclusive place for youth athletes. Safety Essentials of USA Football’s League Excellence Program Safety Essentials of USA Football’s League Excellence Program Why a Youth Sports Safety Program is Important Learn how NCYS is bringing together best-in-class resources needed to keep our children safe so they can get active and stay healthy and safe. 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. 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. 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. Summer Sports Safety Tips Takeaways From Panel with USA Gymnastics — What Counts As Abusive Coaching There is often a fine line between conditioning-style punishment and abusive behavior from a coach. Hear from coaches and Olympians on tips to make sure your child is safe. Tools to Help Parents and Coaches Keep Young Athletes Safe The U.S. Center for SafeSport guides parents and coaches across America on diverse athlete safety topics—like how to respond if your child discloses abuse. Four Safety Questions Youth Sports Parents Should Know The Answers To Most parents know to ask if a coach is background screened, but what other questions should you ask? More Safety Articles