Helping Underrepresented Communities Return to Sport

Explore strategies for ensuring safe sports participation among youth from underrepresented communities in this Project Play Summit 2021 panel discussion. Gain insights into measuring success, addressing local challenges, and understanding the impact of the pandemic on youth sports. Learn about the benefits of sports participation, the crucial role of coaches, and methods for recruiting and retaining them. Discover approaches to overcome funding barriers, promote accessibility, and foster inclusivity in youth sports programs. Engage with expert perspectives on the youth sports industry's responsibility in creating equitable opportunities for children of color to return to sports safely.

Introduction
Introductions
The Dodgers Foundation
Measuring Success
Local Approach
Challenges
Impact of Pandemic
Benefits of Playing Sports
The Importance of Coaches
Recruiting and Retaining Coaches
Biggest Challenge
Funding Access
Benefits of Sport
Audience Question
Barriers
Youth Sports Explosion
Return to Play Fund