New research from UW Medicine’s Sports Health and Safety Institute and Seattle Children’s Research Institute found concussion rates among football players ages 5 to 14 were higher than previously reported, with five out of every 100 youth, or...
Engaging children in sports offers more than just physical benefits; it plays a pivotal role in their psychological and social development. Through structured play and teamwork, sports can significantly enhance a child’s confidence and leadership abilities. Building Confidence Through...
NECAA is proud to align with local athletic leaders, including the Braswell High School Booster Club, in creating a community-rooted athletic pipeline that supports children from the earliest stages of development through high school competition. The National Early Childhood...
The National Early Childhood Athletic Association (NECAA) is proud to celebrate an incredible milestone for our Academy Football League (AFL) program. Under the leadership of Coach D’Juan Woods, our 12U 7v7 team has completed an undefeated season (11–0) in...
At the National Early Childhood Athletic Association (NECAA), our mission has always been rooted in youth development through sports. But we’re growing—and so is our impact. NECAA is taking a bold new direction to widen our footprint in the...
Youth sports are meant to be a fun, formative experience. But across the country, kids are leaving organized sports at alarming rates. According to the Aspen Institute’s Project Play, over 70% of kids drop out of sports by the...
A great commerce experience cannot be distilled to a single number. It’s not a Lighthouse score, or a set of Core Web Vitals figures, although both are important inputs. A great commerce experience is a trilemma that carefully balances...