National Youth Sports Week 2023
September 29, 2023
National Youth Sports Week (NYSW) is a week-long celebration that promotes the importance of youth sports, athletes, and organizations that serve them. At Chelsea Piers we are proud to support and serve athletes of all ages, skill sets and backgrounds. From preschoolers to competitive high school and collegiate athletes, we have a program for everyone.
Join us for National Youth Sports Week on October 2 – 7, 2023. You can highlight the power of youth sports with us by participating in daily themed activities. Like, share, post on your social pages using #NYSW, and spread the word to your communities. Don’t forget to tag us @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.
Monday, Oct 2
Opening Day
Showcase your National Youth Sports Week proclamation on social media. Participate in the ‘Throwback Team Tag’ challenge, where we embrace nostalgia! Post a throwback photo from your college, high school, or youth sports days and share a story.
Share your sports pics with the hashtag #NYSW and tag @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.
Tuesday, Oct 3
Training Day
Training Day is an immersive experience set to spark a revolution in coaching, ignite parental insights, and invigorate the spirit of every participant. Coaches are always learning new ways to improve their coaching excellence and to create environments for athletes to thrive. Share your insights, learning, and breakthroughs on social media using the hashtag Use #NYSW and tag @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.
Wednesday, Oct 4
Jersey Day
Jersey Day embodies team spirit, uniting athletes, coaches, and parents nationwide. Together, our jerseys represent diverse teams, cities, and dreams. Wear your Chelsea Piers Team Jerseys or your favorite sports team jersey’s today at school or during practice! Take a pic and post on social, don’t forget to tag us for a chance to be featured on our page. Use #JerseyDay and tag @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.
Thursday, Oct 5
Safety Day
Chelsea Piers is proud to provide physically, emotionally and socially safe sports programming for all ages every day. All our coaches are trained through SafeSport.
Join SportsEngine, the Home of Youth Sports™, as they present a panel of youth sports experts diving into emotional abuse and bullying. This panel features experts from TrueSport, the National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI), the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO), Positive Coaching Alliance, the U.S. Center for SafeSport, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation. From the officials to the coaches to the parents, you’ll gain insights, resources, and pro tips on how to strengthen the future of youth sports.
Friday, Oct 6
National Coaches Day
National Coaches Day is an opportunity for gratitude. It’s an opportunity to celebrate coaches who mold athletes, minds, and characters. Post photos with your Chelsea Piers coach with the #NationalCoachesDay and tag @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.
Saturday, Oct 7
Play Day
Play Day is a spirited celebration of participation in sports that invites people of all ages to come together for a day of fun and unity, Today celebrates the spirit of play…through youth sports! Read more about the benefits of Youth Sports on our Playbook blog and use the hashtag #PlayDay #NationalYouthSportsDay to share your triumph, teamwork, and jubilation moments and don’t forget to tag us @chelseapiersnyc, @chelseapiersbrooklyn, and @chelseapiersct.