ST. PAUL, Minn. – Players Health, an advocate for safety and accessibility in youth sports, has announced the inaugural Players Health Youth Sports Health & Safety Summit. Set to take place from Aug. 5-7, 2024, at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minn., this event marks the keystone of the Players Health Summit Series, aimed at educating and inspiring stakeholders across the sports industry on crucial topics related to health and safety.
The Players Health Summit Series, launched earlier this year, is a collection of events designed to empower individuals involved in sports, from coaches and parents to administrators and healthcare professionals, with the knowledge and tools to enhance the well-being of young athletes, a news release states.
The keynote speaker for the Youth Sports Health & Safety Summit is Rachael Denhollander, an advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, a lawyer, and a former gymnast. She will share her insights on fostering safe environments in sports. Additional speakers include Izell Reese, the CEO of RCX Sports; Skip Gilbert, the CEO of US Youth Soccer; and Dr. Bert Mandelbaum, the team physician for the US National Soccer teams.
“This is truly a one-of-a-kind event that is 100 percent dedicated to revolutionizing health and safety in youth sports,” said Tyrre Banks, Players Health founder and CEO. “This event showcases our commitment to our mission of providing the safest and most accessible environments for athletes to play the sports they love.”
Attendees can expect discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Topics will range from injury prevention and mental health support to compassionate and effective responses to abuse incidents in sports programs.
Before the main event, the Players Health Foundation will host a charity golf scramble on Monday, Aug. 5, at Crystal Lake Golf Club in Lakeville, Minn. For further details, including registration information and the summit agenda, visit the event website. For updates and announcements, follow Players Health on social media.
