NYSS Champions

At Adaptive Sports Ohio, we remove barriers to ensure that individuals with physical disabilities have a chance to play, and use sport to elevate ability and empower futures.

America SCORES inspires urban youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world.

ACSM, with more than 50,000 members and certified professionals, advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine. 

Athlete Ally works to end the structural and systemic oppression that isolates, excludes, and endangers LGBTQI+ people in sport.

Athlos transforms school culture by providing educators with tools to support each child’s physical, social, and emotional development. Athlos provides schools with an innovative movement and character program that supports whole child development.

BlazeSports is a nonprofit organization and legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth, and veterans with physical disabilities through adaptive sport programs, training, and education.  

Changing the Game Project is an organization dedicated to putting some more “play” back in playing sports. We are an internationally recognized leader in coach education, parent education, team development, and board consultation.

Community Investors PowerPlay Project programs support physical, social, and emotional development. Developed over 30 years ago, our PowerPlay Project provides various ages, genders, backgrounds, and abilities equal levels of enjoyment together.

PAL’s mission is to help youth find their greatness regardless of their ZIP code or background through athletic, academic, and enrichment programs. Our certified coaches in 11 different sports teach transferable life lessons using our GREAT model.

Every Kid Sports Pass provides qualified low-income families with up to $150 per child, 4 times a year, to cover registration fees for recreational sports and pay-to-play fees for middle and high school sports.

The Giants Community Fund uses baseball and softball to promote health, education, and character development to propel youth in underserved regions to be positive forces in their communities.  

Girls in the Game offers site-based and citywide, age-appropriate programs to engage girls ages 7 to 18 in sports, health, and leadership programming. We empower all girls to be game changers. 

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

Girls on the Run® is a physical activity-based, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, emotional, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

GYSA provides after-school sports programming for elementary schools primarily serving at-risk children. In addition to sports, children receive reading mentorship, social and emotional learning, and character development to help them succeed.  

GSA is a youth cycling club focused on building life skills through the sport of cycling. Developed from a platform of physical literacy, young cyclists are set on a pathway to become active for life by participating in safe and quality programs.

Hall of Fame Village is developing an immersive, multi-use resort in Canton, Ohio, and a media program that unifies live entertainment, fantasy sports, and eGaming with partners and content from some of the most powerful and storied brands.

HyBridZone Performance Institute is a sports performance and education consulting company that combines the talents of global professionals from the golf, fitness, and health communities for the enrichment of adults and youth.

The Center on Sport Policy and Conduct features issues, research, blogs, and resources related to sport policy.

IHT combines heart rate technology made specifically for children with data analysis software. We empower youth to self-manage physical health, self-regulate emotions like stress and anxiety, and improve STEM outcomes through kinesthetic learning. 

Developed by the Big Sur Marathon Foundation, JUST RUN is a multi-faceted, website-based program that promotes physical activity, good citizenship, and healthy eating. This award-winning program is available to children of all ages in any locale.

Lakeshore is a nonprofit organization that encourages and provides opportunities for people with disabilities to live a healthy lifestyle through activity, research, advocacy, and health promotion. Our impact is local, national, and international. 

The League of YES is a baseball program for children with disabilities. It’s a judgment-free zone where every child gets up to bat and scores a home run! Our players cannot play in a typical league, so this gives them an opportunity to play ball!

The Recreation and Park Planning Department enriches the quality of life for the community by providing recreational, educational, and wellness programs within facilities, parks, and natural open spaces.

The mission of the Michigan State University Institute for the Study of Youth Sports is to scientifically study the beneficial and detrimental effects of sports for children and youth and disseminate that information to the sporting public. 

Milers creates opportunities for students and athletes through athletic performance. We offer training and competitive support. We change lives in the pursuit of excellence. We challenge the status quo, and set ourselves up for success.

Move United is a national leader in community adaptive sports, empowering 100,000 youth and adults with disabilities each year to live to their fullest potential through programs, training, education, and competitions. 

NACDD connects over 7,000 chronic disease practitioners and works to reduce the impact of chronic disease on the American population by advocating for preventive policies and programs, encouraging knowledge sharing, and developing partnerships.

NCHPAD is a public health practice and resource center on health promotion for people with disability. 

Founded in 2007 with the aim of supporting the advancement of strength and conditioning practical applications, the NSCA Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to providing funding in educational and research endeavors.

National Trail is a municipal agency providing youth sports regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, skill, or ability to pay. We're dedicated to creating safe, positive experiences by providing quality parks, facilities, services, and programs. 

NYSHSI is dedicated to being the recognized leader and advocate for advancing and disseminating the latest evidence-based education, recommendations, and policy to enhance the experience, development, health, and safety of our youth in sports.

Netball America is focused on showing how Netball creates an exciting atmosphere of participation and supports individual progress, team unity, good health, and education of youth, while uniting communities for positive change.  

The Leadership in Physical Education and Sport master's degree program prepares physical education teachers, sport coaches, and sport leaders for improved professional practice in physical education, coaching, and sport settings. 

Parisi Speed School is the world leader for youth sports performance training. The Newtown location is consistently one of the top 3 largest locations worldwide and serves over 1,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels each year.

Performance Physical Therapy is a locally owned business with 13 locations throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Our purpose is to empower our community to lead healthy, fulfilling, and happy lives.

PVTC is a community-centered, nationally oriented nonprofit organization that promotes running, track and field, and race walking in the Washington, DC metro area. We are a club for all ages, all paces, and all ways — particularly for young athletes.

The SCC offers programs and events for the entire family. The SCC provides numerous youth sports programs that compliment our Fit Kids wellness-based initiative. 

The School of Kinesiology and Nutrition at the University of Southern Mississippi seeks to elevate sport through the preparation of future sport leaders with our degree plans in Sport Coaching Education (minor, bachelor’s, master’s).

Shooting Touch is a nonprofit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts that aims to use the mobilizing power of basketball as a tool for health education, intervention, and improved well-being for girls of color. 

Simply Sports is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing youth with supervised, fundamental learning experiences in an athletic setting. We always focus on the positive, fun aspects of learning.

SWB uses soccer as a vehicle for positive change in the lives of newcomer youth. Caring coach-mentors lead year-round activities in soccer, community, and education, focusing on the development of the whole person over many years.

SBU uses soccer as a tool for social change. On and off the field, SBU aims to help youth build character, teamwork, and leadership so that they can succeed in high school, college, careers, their community, and beyond.

Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is the local public health authority in Clark County, Nevada serving over 73% of Nevada’s population. The Office of Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion is located in the SNHD Community Health Division.

Tennis Central is a nonprofit National Junior Tennis & Learning Chapter offering year-round, safe, inclusive tennis and education programs to over 2,000 Lancaster, PA youth. Our mission is to combine tennis and education to change lives!

The Center for Sport is devoted to studying, supporting, and achieving in areas where sport engages people: the field of play, human health, professional careers, and the community. We use collaborative programs to unite, challenge, and inspire.

The mission of the School of Nursing and Health Studies is to prepare health professionals as leaders in improving health outcomes through interprofessional practice, research, and service. 

Up2Us Sports is the nationwide leader in engaging, training, and supporting sports coaches to serve as mentors and role models to youth living in some of America’s most underserved communities.

ULP is a nonprofit yoga service organization that teaches trauma-informed yoga and meditation to vulnerable and underserved youth who have been impacted by homelessness, addiction, mental health, violence, incarceration, and hospitalization.

The USA Federation for Sport Cheering is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) organization that was established in 2007 to serve as the National Governing Body for Sport Cheering in the United States and is recognized by the International Cheer Union. 

UDA is a sports-based youth development organization promoting the benefits of and access to soccer. Our mission is to create pathways for all youth using soccer to inspire them to overcome life’s challenges and achieve their full potential. 

The WVU CACSS is dedicated to supporting quality coach development, conducting research that impacts best practices in coaching and coaching education, and delivering evidence-based coaching education for students, athletes, and the sport community.

The YMCA of Greater Seattle builds communities that encourage all people — and especially youth — to reach their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. It serves the community with 13 branches, 2 overnight camps, and social impact services.

YQCA is an after-school sports partnership with Penn Athletics that establishes athletic teams for students in grades 4 to 8 from Penn’s Netter Center University-Assisted Community Schools in West Philadelphia.

The YCA facilitates opportunities for youth to succeed and thrive in the sport of cycling. We empower quality programs, promote equitable opportunities, and focus on greater inclusion of women, people of color, and those with disabilities.