Athlete Resources

ATHLETES 1ST

Athletes 1st champions the care, development, safety, inclusivity, and diversity of All Star athletes. Athletes 1st is an all-encompassing focus on athletes with programs and resources in place to keep athletes as safe as possible and able to discover life skills that last beyond cheer and dance. Athletes 1st provides resources to help All Star coaches, clubs, and parents protect the safety and well-being of athletes.

Support & Resources for Survivors

Just as important as the development of educational resources in abuse prevention programs, we recognize the need for support and resources to survivors wherever possible.

If you are a victim of Sexual Assault and in need of support, please call 988, The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Additional resources are on their website.

Another resource is the RAINN 24/7 Hotline. CALL 800.656.HOPE (4673). The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline - Help from a trained support specialist who can provide you with confidential crisis support

For Nationally recognized Hotlines and Helplines: Athletes 1st - Helplines and Hotlines

Sport Safety

Nutrition

Five Ways Water Wins
Coaching Healthy Habits: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/5_Ways_Water_Wins_USASF.pdf
Healthy Fuel for Healthy Athletes
Coaching Healthy Habits: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/HealthyFuel_Handout_USASF.pdf
Three Plays for a Healthy Team
Coaching Healthy Habits: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/3Plays_USASF.pdf

Sports Injury

Concussion Education and Resources
USA Cheer: https://www.usacheer.org/safety/resources/concussion-education-and-resources
10 Injury Safety Tips for Parents
PCA: https://devzone.positivecoach.org/resource/article/10-injury-safety-tips-parents

Athlete Protection

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Protecting Athletes from Sexual Abuse
Positive Coaching Alliance: https://devzone.positivecoach.org/resource/video/trailer-videos-about-protecting-youth-athletes-sexual-abuse
Protecting Youth Athletes from Sexual Abuse: Parents and Coaches
Positive Coaching Alliance: https://devzone.positivecoach.org/resource/video/protecting-youth-athletes-sexual-abuse-parents-and-coaches
Protecting Youth Athletes from Sexual Abuse: Youth Sports Leaders
Positive Coaching Alliance: https://devzone.positivecoach.org/resource/video/protecting-youth-athletes-sexual-abuse-youth-sports-leaders

LGBTQ Youth & Sexual Abuse Prevention

LGBTQ Survivors of Sexual Violence
RAINN: https://www.rainn.org/articles/lgbtq-survivors-sexual-violence?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIobnxybaP6wIVdBh9Ch0GdgWSEAAYAiAAEgKRxvD_BwE
LGBTQ Youth and Sexual Abuse: Information for Mental Health Professionals
NCTSN: https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources//lgbtq_youth_sexual_abuse_professionals.pdf
Resources for Families of LGBTQ+ Youth
Child Welfare Information Gateway: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/systemwide/diverse-populations/lgbtq/lgbt-families/

Reporting Concerns of Abuse

USASF: Reporting Concerns of Abuse
https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/usasf_Reporting_Concerns-of-Abuse-Policy-Violations.pdf
FAQ's about Mandated Reporting
Darkness to Light: https://www.d2l.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Mandated_Reporting_07.07.15.pdf
Reporting Child Sex Abuse
Darkness to Light: https://www.d2l.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Reporting_Child_Sexual_Abuse-Small-File.pdf
State Statutes Search
Child Welfare Information Gateway: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/systemwide/laws-policies/state/

Online Safety

Internet Safety Resources
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz/topics
Social Media Best Practices
https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/USASF_APS_Social-Media-Standards.pdf
Tips for Distance Learning
USASF: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Resources/docs/USASF_Tips_Distance-Learning.pdf
Tips to protect children from online predators in photos
https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/USASF_A1_Tips-Parents.pdf

Inclusivity & Diversity

Providing Services and Supports for Youth who are LGBTQI2-S
https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/lgbtqi2-s-practice-brief.pdf
Resources for Families of LGBTQ Youth
Child Welfare Information Gateway: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/systemwide/diverse-populations/lgbtq/lgbt-families/
Resources Youth
Transgender Law Center: https://transgenderlawcenter.org/resources/youth
Ways Parents Can Influence the Health of Their LGB Youth
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/youth.htm#influence
LGBTQ Youth Resources
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/youth-resources.htm

Mental Health

Four Ways Culture Impacts Mental Health
National Council for Mental Wellbeing: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/2019/07/four-ways-culture-impacts-mental-health/
Mental Health First Aid - Identify. Understand. Respond.
National Council for Mental Wellbeing: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/
Understanding Athlete Burnout
USASF: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/USASF_Athlete_Burnout.pdf
Mental Health Quizzes
USASF: https://www.usasf.net/safe-space-in-all-star

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Alertness for Everyone (safeTALK) 1 (800) 273 TALK
Suicide Prevention Resource Center: https://www.sprc.org/resources-programs/suicide-alertness-everyone-safetalk

Athlete Growth & Personal Development

USASF Bolt [Bettering our Leaders of Tomorrow]: Leadership development and personal growth program for athletes. Learn more.

Parent Engagement

What to Expect from the All Star Experience: A Parent’s Guide
https://viewer.joomag.com/parents-guide-2022/0397535001624379579?short&
Road Map to Being a Supportive All Star Parent
https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Resources/docs/USASF_Supportive-Parent_Road-Map.pdf
A parents guide to selecting a Youth Serving Organization
Darkness to Light: https://usasfmain.s3.amazonaws.com/Athlete/docs/Step-Up-and-Speak-Out-7_13_15.pdf