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Kids—What the National Standards for Youth Sports Mean to YOU <br /> Participating in organized sports programs is a truly special time in your young life. It's important that <br /> you —along with your parents or guardians—are aware that with your involvement in these programs <br /> you have rights. Among those are the right to a safe and fun experience and the opportunity to receive <br /> the same amount of playing time as your teammates, among many others. <br /> The National Standards for Youth Sports are a great resource to help you gain a good understanding of <br /> what your youth sports experience is all about and how you should expect to be treated throughout the <br /> season. You should know that the Standards were created with your best interests in mind. They repre- <br /> sent what respected professionals around the country believe is the best way to provide top-quality <br /> sports programs for children. <br /> Along with your rights comes the responsibility for you to abide by team rules, follow your coach's in- <br /> structions and, with the help of your parent or guardian, put forth every effort to get to practices and <br /> games on time. When coaches, parents and players work together—and do their best to follow the <br /> Standards —you'll enjoy participating in a positive environment that will increase the likelihood of you <br /> learning new skills, enhancing others and having a safe and fun-filled experience. <br /> National Standards for Youth Sports Copyright©2008 by NAYS <br />