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March 18-21, 2005 Hosted by the NFF Center for Youth Development Through Sport @ Springfield College Does sport build character? How can a youth sport coach become a true mentor? How can my son and daughter get the most out of their sport experience? Can sport be created in a manner that promotes positive youth development? These are just four of the questions that will be addressed during this Summit. Come network and share ideas with the leading sport psychology and youth development experts in the world. Whether you are a parent, student, sport psychologist, educator, coach, researcher, community leader, or youth development specialist, you will find plenty of valuable information, while enjoying interactive presentations, our March Madness Celebration at the Basketball Hall of Fame, and informal discussions with the best practitioners in the field.
CONFERENCE FORMAT The Summit will kick-off with a “March Madness Social” on Friday, March 18th from 6-10 p.m. at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The working part of the Summit will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 19th and will continue until noon on Monday, the 21st. The event is designed for all participants to share their ideas, concerns, and suggestions on how to structure sport in ways that foster positive youth development. Following the opening remarks in which a generic framework for youth development through sport will be introduced, participants will have an opportunity to work in small groups to identify issues and suggest topics that they would like to have addressed during the Summit. The information generated from these small groups will be tabulated and the major topic areas will be addressed using a round table discussion format. The Summit will also contain panel discussions of major challenges facing practitioners, including fundraising, evaluation, and staff recruitment and training. Conference Site and Hotel Information: Springfield Marriott Corner of Boland Way & Columbus 1500 Main St. Springfield, MA 01115 A limited number of rooms are available at a discounted rate of $85 plus tax per night. To reserve a room, call (413) 781-7111 or (800) 228-9290 and ask for the "NFF Center group" rate. Rooms must be reserved by Friday, February 18 to receive the discounted rate. Travel to the hotel: Attendees should use the Hartford/Springfield Bradley International Airport. The Valley Transporter shuttle service is available for travel from the airport to the Springfield area. Rates are $42 for one person, one way. Group discounts are available. Reservations must be made in advance. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.valleytransporter.com or call (413) 253-1350 or (800) 872-8752. The Springfield Marriott is also conveniently located less than 1 mile away from the Springfield Amtrak Station (800-USA-RAIL) and the Peter Pan Bus Station (413-781-3320). Questions:Contact Conference Coordinators Kelly O'Brien and Jamie Shapiro P: 413.731.3408 F: 413.731.3413 nffcenter@spfldcol.edu The National Football Foundation (NFF) Center for Youth Development through Sport at Springfield College opened its doors in January 2002. The Center, currently affiliated with the Play It Smart program, provides support to youth development programs through curriculum development, research, training, and outreach functions. Updated: 11/08/2006 |
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