We’re proud to have developed this program that helps coaches across Ohio teach our youth how to be winners in sports — and in life. @OSULiFEsports is a great example of the real-world impact created by The Ohio State University.

Congratulations to Sean Delaney, who was named the 2025 Co-Instructor of the Year at The Ohio State University College of Social Work's annual Field Awards Breakfast. Sean received this award for her amazing work with Dublin City Schools MSW Cadre. Community and Youth Collaborative Institute

REMINDER: Registration is now LIVE for the 2025 LiFEsports Summer Camp at Ohio State! Head to the website below to fill out your registration paperwork, and make sure to be in attendance this Saturday, April 19th for Registration Day! bit.ly/3E9vzol

In case you missed it, check out our most recent Coach Beyond webinar! bit.ly/3Gobpr9

The @OSULiFEsports program reaches thousands of youth statewide through camps, mentorship and leadership training — using sports as a powerful tool for growth. ⚽️💪 go.osu.edu/C4EP

LiFEsports is proud to announce that we have recently been awarded $35,000 from @columbusovp to support our year-round sports clinics for youth! With over 100 youth at our most recent clinic, we can't wait to see the impact this funding will have on Columbus youth!

Don't miss this exciting event for families on the East Side!

Today 1 in 5 youth will show signs of a mental health concern, yet just 18% of coaches reported feeling highly confident in their ability to connect athletes with mental health support services (Anderson-Butcher & Bates, 2022).

With school sports wrapping up, now is the time to get trained as a coach for next season! Join us in Coaching Beyond! Ohsaa OhioMHAS youtube.com/watch?v=DGxrvI…

While nearly 60% of coaches view their role as extending beyond sport to mentoring youth, a significant number report limited training in mental health or social-emotional development. (Anderson-Butcher & Bates, 2022). Get trained today for FREE: bit.ly/44r1HP2

LiFEsports very own Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher has been nominated for the Spring 2025 Columbus Sports Community Champion Award! Read more about the nominees, and vote for Dr. Anderson-Butcher in the link below: columbussports.org/communitychamp…

Coaches who receive training in youth development and mental health report greater confidence in addressing athletes' mental health concerns, higher satisfaction, and greater success as a coach – they win more on and off the field! (Anderson-Butcher et al., 2024).

Do you love golf? Want to get better at your game and raise money for LiFEsports? Join Denny McCarthy on May 27th for a fundraiser talking about how to play the greens! Tickets available now at: bit.ly/4jaHala

All LiFEsports Summer camps for 2025 are currently full. Waitlists are available for our programs; however, we do not anticipate additional spots becoming available. We can't wait for summer to welcome 780 campers at our 5 program locations!

Teaching mental skills to cope with performance anxiety can be a powerful role for coaches! Check out this FREE training on Mental Strategies for Athletic Performance that gives coaches tools to help athletes with the mental side of performance. bit.ly/44q8kRw

Central Ohio school district launches 'Press Pause' to curb kids' screen time bit.ly/3SUCLs2

Archdeacon: Dunbar’s Hurt, Coach Beyond program shine light on mental health awareness daytondailynews.com/sports/archdea…

Is your child playing sports… but you’re wondering if it’s the right experience? The #ParentChecklist for ages 6-12 by Aspen Institute Sports & Society provides parents with 10 expert-backed questions to ensure kids are learning, growing, and loving the game. projectplay.org/parent-checkli…

Wishing all of our LiFEsports families a Happy Juneteenth!

Momentum continues to build for creating a youth-centered sport ecosystem, with the U.S. Conference of Mayors last week adopting the Children's Bill of Rights in Sports and encouraging mayors everywhere to do the same. Read the resolution here: bit.ly/44adDUI