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Campaign for Game Changers
Did you know half of our staff are college students? With over 10 majors represented - from sports therapy to athletic management - these students balance attending courses and working 20+ hours a week for Game Changers. Their diligence in educating parents and youth about sports safety deserves to be fairly compensated. Donate or sponsor today!
A race car needs fuel for every race, and your child needs food to fuel them! Pre-game snacks boost your child's energy to push them through. Post-game snacks replenish your child's muscles so they can get even stronger. Read our snack ideas.
The mental health of young athletes is equally as important as their physical safety. Game Changers believes in fighting the stigma to help parents have emotionally honest conversations with their children. Checking on your child's happiness on the field and among their peers can make all the difference in the world. Get your head in the game and learn more.
Every summer, you and your child have the opportunity to choose between a wide array of sports and athletics. But what activity suits your family best? Schedules, finances and your child's needs can all be factors in this decision - so what do you do? Game Changers has all the information to help you choose. Learn more.
Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, and that's just the way it goes! But how do you teach your children to roll with whatever outcome their game or competition may end with? Game Changers wants to help you start the conversation with your child about sportsmanship and handling their athletic journey in stride. Learn more.
Participating in team sports teaches your child invaluable lessons that will last a lifetime. But what are all the skills and qualities your child will learn? Game Changers wants parents considering enrolling their child in sports to know just how great of a decision it can be. Click below to read more:
At Game Changers, our mission is to educate parents about how to keep their children safe while succeeding in their sports. Learn the signs of a concussion, basic first aid application, how to stay properly hydrated and more. Safety first, fun follows! Learn more.
Spring break 2021 is fast approaching, and your family will be heading out on their next outdoor adventure! Many will be spending a relaxing and fun week playing on the beach - but it's always important to be safe. Game Changers want your kids to be ready for anything! How do they safely participate in water activities like swimming and surfing? Link below:
Kids will be kids, and that means parents have to be cautious with everything they get their hands on. This is especially true for outdoor active toys, where scooters can lead to knee scrapes and bikes can lead to head bonks. Game Changers wants kids to be active while staying safe, and parents can provide that by checking that their child's toys are age and size suitable. Read our list:
Ready...set...go! Skate on over to Game Changers’ outdoor rollerblading fundraiser Saturday, March 20 to celebrate the start of spring. Bring your own skates/helmet or rent at the rink, spend an afternoon with your family breathing the fresh air and supporting our organization's mission. Plus, we will end the night with races and prizes! Snacks and drinks will also be available for purchase, and 100% of profits fund Game Changers. Click for event details:
When #sports season is in full-swing, it can feel like your child is spending more time on the field than at home! That's why #coaches need to be as much a role model to your child as you are at home. Find out if your #coach has what it takes:
Let's play ball! It's time to sign your children up for Game Changers’ annual summer softball fundraiser Saturday, July 17! We will be hosting three games, each for a different youth age group, so register your kid for the perfect team. We will be providing uniforms, safety gear and water coolers at the game, along with snacks and drinks for purchase. All profits including the $10 registration fee will go to support Game Changers’ mission to educate our community on the importance of athletic safety. Click the link in the bio for more information!
Join Game Changers for our #SummerStart field day event Sat. June 5! A variety of fun #fieldday activities your kids will love followed by a #BBQ dinner for just $5 a person. All profits go to funding our dedicated staff. Click for more details:
Want to improve your child's athletic endurance? Regular #running drills help strengthen lungs and increase energy, helping your child be the best #athlete they can be! Click here for fun and easy running drills to do at home:
Helmets - check! Padding - check! Mouthguard - check! Every game, meet or competition your child attends, you make sure they are geared up to be as safe as can be. But what do you do if an injury does happen? Game Changers wants all parents to feel confident about handling any scenario their child could face on the field, in the pool or on the ice. Click the link in our bio to read about what to do if a sports injury occurs.
Join Game Changers for our affordable youth #athleticwear fundraiser Sat. Aug 21! From padding to shoes to helmets and #sportsgear, get your child looking stylish and safely #SuitedUp for success! Click for location info:
The family that plays together stays together! This #summer explore the #outdoors with the whole family and stay safe while doing so. See the best local places to visit and how to stay safe on your #adventures:
This month, Game Changers will be sharing a variety of activities to try with your families during Spring Break 2021. We'll be sharing new horizons to explore out of state, and adventures right within our local communities. Our first highlight focuses on water sports! Where to try wakeboarding, knee boarding, water skiing and more in addition to proper safety information is at the link in our bio.
It's time to jam at Game Changers' slam dunk basketball fundraiser on Saturday, April 17! There will be two back-to-back games, one for 6-9 year olds and one for 10-13 year olds. Uniforms, safety gear and water coolers will be provided for players on the court. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase, and all profits including the $8 registration fee will go to finance Game Changers' dedicated staff. Click the link in the bio for team sign-ups!
Head, shoulders, knees and toes - get ready to play! Stretching before any sports or athletic events help your child utilize their full range of motion and help prevent ripping or tearing injuries. Spend five minutes stretching with your child before every game! Check our bio link for the best and easiest stretches to learn.
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Brain injuries are one of the most common injuries children experience in sports and athletic activities. They are also one of the most serious - and preventable!
The CDC has an extensive resource page to help parents keep their children safe and know what to look for in an emergency. From signs and symptoms to the necessary safety equipment for a variety of athletic activities, click the link to learn more.
https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/basics/concussion_prevention.html
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Whether your kid is a "good sport" or a "sore loser," teaching children the importance of good sportsmanship is vitally important. John O'Sullivan is a former college and professional soccer player who now writes books discussing the importance of sportsmanship.
In his TED Talk from 2014, O'Sullivan explained how the best way to teach your children these important lessons is by practicing them yourself. Watch the full talk in the video below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXw0XGOVQvw&feature=emb_title
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Soccer, basketball, hockey, volleyball, football - the list of sports your child can join is nearly endless! But which one do you choose? How do you know what will suit them best?
Stanford Children's Health has created a guide for parents to find the perfect sport and know that their child is physically and mentally ready to play. Read the link below to get started!https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=helping-your-child-choose-a-sport-1-4802
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In Texas, we know how seriously hot the summertime can get, especially when outside. But rain, snow or sweltering heat: your kids will always want to play outside!
So how do you keep your children safe and properly hydrated during their summer adventures? KETR of Northeast Texas created this comprehensible infographic to help parents identify the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Check it out below and save it to your phone!
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Preventing sexual abuse within youth and teen sports is the most important task of any athletic league or organization. The CDC has created a violence prevention brochure to help parents and coaches protect their athletes.
Learn how to establish the proper policies and procedures for your league, how to have these tough conversations with your kids and find resources to fight sexual violence.
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/PreventingChildSexualAbuse-a.pdf