ESPN Citizenship

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. Learn more: bit.ly/41VNSoN

In collaboration with @SptsOffCare, @MLB, and @ESPN’s “Take Back Sports,” longtime MLB umpire Jim Joyce shares how the pursuit of perfection can lead to frustration and why accountability is key on the biggest stages. Full interview on learn.refreps.com! #MLB #SOC #UmpsCare

PLAY BALL! Today we launched an incredible VIDEO for 1,100+ high schools and colleges - more than 53,000 users - with retired MLB Umpire Jim Joyce via @RefReps First in a series of sports officials teaching life lessons thanks to a grant from @ESPNCitizenship

Take Back Sports received a #SportsEmmys nomination in the Public Service Content category—recognizing the movement to get kids playing sports

Take Back Sports ambassador @Lindor12BC joined @HannahStormESPN on SportsCenter to share why having fun is key to keeping kids in the game ⚾️

Wed, Francisco Lindor joins @HannahStormESPN & @CourtneyRCronin on @SportsCenter Lindor will discuss 'Take Back Sports,' ESPN’s youth sports initiative focused on increasing access to play, improving coaching, putting fun back at the center of athletics & more ⚾️ 2p ET | ESPN

Today marks one year of Take Back Sports—a youth sports movement helping more kids play, grow and have fun through sports 🏀⚽️🏈

Outstanding day calling a basketball game featuring inspiring @SpecialOlympics athletes at Thousand Oaks HS, CA. A school recognized as a Champion Unified school! @SOSoCal @ESPNCitizenship #specialolympics #playunified

Insightful discussion at #SSAC26 with Zack Weiner, Megan Rapinoe, Kevin Martinez, Allison Feaster, and Adrian Wojnarowski on the future of youth sports.

Tune in to "Developing the Next Generation: The Role of Youth Sports" panel at 11 a.m. ET featuring ESPN's Kevin Martinez, along with @wojespn, Allison Feaster, Megan Rapinoe and Zack Weiner. 🔗 youtube.com/watch?v=1hnXPT…

ESPN’s Kevin Martinez will join the @mitsloan @sloansportsconf for the “Developing the Next Generation: The Role of Youth Sports” panel to discuss why the future of sports starts with youth sports.

.@WWE Superstars CM Punk and AJ Lee made an impact throughout the Chicago community with Choose Chicago and ESPN ahead of #WWEChamber!

Luka Doncic joins SC at Night and shares why playing multiple sports as a kid was a key to his success 💪

.@lukadoncic believes in the importance of youth sports and hosted a clinic for 100 young athletes through his @LD77Foundation ahead of NBA All-Star 👏

Friday, Luka Dončić joins @RB_Mrs & @michaeleaves on @SportsCenter Dončić will discuss 'Take Back Sports,' ESPN’s new youth sports initiative focused on increasing access to play, improving coaching, putting fun back at the center of youth athletics & more 🏀 11p ET | ESPN

Bravo to Josh D’Amaro, who will lead @Disney, one of the world's greatest creative and entertainment companies. He’s a fan of @SpecialOlympics, and we’re fans of his! Let’s continue to inspire people across the globe to envision a more inclusive, just, and joyful world.

Today is National Girls and Women in Sports Day! Through our Take Back Sports initiative, ESPN is committed to investing in youth sports organizations empowering young girl—giving them opportunities to play, grow and develop valuable life skills like confidence, teamwork and leadership.