Every kid deserves a chance to play.
That is why ESPN is launching ‘Take Back Sports’ — a new youth sports initiative dedicated to increasing access to play for young athletes.
We’re committing $5M to support organizations removing barriers to youth sports participation.
Link in Bio for Details.
In our house, we believe in doing our best, honoring our commitments and that practice matters.
But that doesn’t mean we run ourselves into the ground and the same applies for our kids.
So when it’s obvious that our kids need a break from their activity schedule, we try to do right by them and consider those requests.
Sports, at this age, are supposed to be about fun, friendships and fundamentals. If they start dreading attending, it can be a long road back.
If you’re ready to help us #TakeBackSports - check out TakeBackSports.org to get involved! 😊😊#takebacksports #espn #disney
Great morning of cycling on Saturday for We Love Bikes Day, hosted in collaboration with @mgmbikeclub , @montgomerywhitewater and @little_hammies_races , presented by @aarp !
Huge thank you to @ESPNCitizenship as well for supporting us as we go out into our community to share adapted sports with more youth!
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“It’s just a reminder of all the great things going on in our country. Kids are growing up in a whole new world. They’re playing together, they’re learning to see each other as kids, not as labels.” - @timothyshriver
That world is already happening at Bush Hill Elementary in Alexandria, Virginia.
For the second time, they’ve been named a National Unified Champion School by #SpecialOlympics and on the @espn Honor Roll.
“It’s really exciting… we’re just so proud of our students, staff, and community.” Principal Mary Duffy
This is what belonging looks like.
This is what inclusion feels like.
This is the future we’re building together.
Read the full article from @highschoolonsi by following the link in #SpecialOlympics bio
#youthsportsweek #takebacksport #ChooseToInclude
Ahead of Disney’s Week of Wishes, Wish Kid Dylan joined The Pat McAfee Show to reflect on a moment he’ll never forget—announcing the Seattle Seahawks first round pick at the NFL Draft 🏈💫
Make-A-Wish and Disney teamed up to help two young football fans see their wishes come true by announcing picks for the Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks at the 2026 NFL Draft.
From his journey to the ring to lessons for the next generation 💥
WWE Superstar and Take Back Sports ambassador Cody Rhodes shares how sports shaped his career—and what he hopes his daughters gain from playing 💪
Ahead of Disney Week of Wishes, ESPN hosted Make-A-Wish kids Dylan and Easton for a meet-and-greet with ESPN talent during the NFL Draft 🏈💫
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Big leadership news for Special Olympics Connecticut.
We’re proud to announce that @lisa.kovlakas , @espncitizenship leader at @espn , has been named Board Chair.
Lisa's passion for inclusion and long-standing commitment to our athletes continues to shape the future of @specialolympics , not just here in Connecticut, but globally. From decades of volunteerism to championing Unified Sports, her impact is felt across every corner of our community.
Read more about Lisa & additional changes to our Board of Directors at the link in bio.
#ChooseToInclude #Leadership #InclusionInAction
On April 16, we celebrated Youth Sports during a city-wide Unified Sports® cornhole tournament, sponsored by @dickssportinggoods .
Hosted by @ciac_soct_unifiedsports at Wilby High School, students from multiple schools across Waterbury came to compete in a positive, accessible, & inclusive environment.
This was part of Take Back Sports Week, powered by @espncitizenship .
#soct #specialolympics #choosetoinclude
