Delivering On The Promise Of Youth Sports

PCA is a national nonprofit organization working to unlock the life changing power of sports for all kids regardless of social or economic circumstance.
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While sports has the potential to change young people’s lives, if not done right it will never realize its full potential and benefits for youth.

The win-at-all-costs approach in today’s youth sports culture can be damaging as many kids don’t have a coach who is trained to support them to become their best selves while youth in under-resourced communities participate at half the rate of others.
Our Efforts

PCA and its partners are leading the charge to create a youth sports experience that can change lives, making it Positive, Equitable, and Accessible.

We collaborate with all types of sports organizations to create a positive environment for youth sports.

Training

We train and support coaches, athletes and parents to ensure kids have the game-changing skills to be the best versions of themselves on and off the field.
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Resources

PCA provides ongoing thought leadership, consultation, and free access to thousands of online resources to help create a positive sports experience for all kids.
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Recruitment

Kids need trained and empathetic coaches more than ever. We invite you to join us to become that person that makes a positive impact for youth through sports.
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Latest Updates

PCA – Tampa Bay Announces 25 Triple-Impact Competitor® Scholarship Recipients for the

PCA - Tampa Bay Announces 25 Triple-Impact Competitor® Scholarship Recipients for the Class of 2024 Congratulations to PCA’s…

2024 Winner, PCA Coach of the Year presented by TeamSnap, Marques Lowe!

2024 PCA Coach of the Year, Marques Lowe! We are thrilled to recognize Marques Lowe from the Vipers…

Wolf & Luke Show: “Rich Tomey, Regional Director of Positive Coaching Alliance”

PCA – Tampa Bay Announces 25 Triple-Impact Competitor® Scholarship Recipients for the

PCA - Tampa Bay Announces 25 Triple-Impact Competitor® Scholarship Recipients for the Class of 2024 Congratulations to PCA’s…

2024 Winner, PCA Coach of the Year presented by TeamSnap, Marques Lowe!

2024 PCA Coach of the Year, Marques Lowe! We are thrilled to recognize Marques Lowe from the Vipers…

Wolf & Luke Show: “Rich Tomey, Regional Director of Positive Coaching Alliance”

Our Why

PCA believes that every young person should have access to a positive and equitable youth sports experience that inspires them to become their best selves both on and off the field.
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Key Principles

Research shows that to be effective, a positive youth sports experience includes:

CONNECTION
Relationships with caring trusted adults and peers

GROWTH
Support to stretch and develop new skills; and recognize their own ability to improve

FUN
Enjoyment through rich learning experiences

BELONGING
An environment where kids feel safe, seen, heard, and supported.

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Impact Over The Last
20 Years And Growing

Since 1998, PCA has reached thousands of organizations around the country, and affected millions of youth athletes.

20 Million+ Youth Reached by Our Programs and Resources since 1998

20,000+ Live group workshops for leaders, coaches, parents, and athletes

3,500+ Partnerships with schools and youth sports organizations