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National Youth Sports Program at ODU

NYSP Creed

I am a good sport at all times and conduct myself with decency and honesty. I do my best to get along with others and have pride in myself. I put forth my best effort in all competition and always compete fairly.

"Walk tall, talk tall, stand tall"

Purpose of NYSP at Old Dominion University

The NYSP provides youth from low-income communities the opportunity to receive benefits from structured sports and education programs. Old Dominion has partnered with NYSP, NCAA, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the community to bring this exciting program to the youth of Hampton Roads. This is the fifth year of NYSP at Old Dominion University, and a great summer is ahead!!!

When is NYSP at ODU? Call 683-3779 for information

  • Camp Dates: June 20 - July 22, 2005 (Monday-Friday)

Who is NYSP for?

  • Boys and girls ages 10-16

What is NYSP?

"Since 1968, NYSP has provided area youths with academic, sport and skill instruction, and sports competition to improve their physical fitness and health habits and to become acquainted with career and educational opportunities at a college or university campus. "

NYSP participants also receive – at not cost- (1) a NYSP T-shirt, (2) a daily USDA-approved meal, (3) transportation to campus, (4) a medical examination, (5) accident-medical insurance coverage and (6) interaction with college students and staff.

Activities at Old Dominion include swimming, basketball, tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, flag football, and others!

Community leaders bring information to participants on:

  • Alcohol and other drug abuse prevention
  • Nutrition and personal health
  • Career opportunities and job responsibilities
  • Higher education and community concerns
  • Math/sciences instruction (at selected sites)

NYSP Overview

NYSP was founded on the belief that all children deserve an opportunity to succeed.

Today NYSP continues to serve over 69,000 annual participants.

With its continued commitment to the Hampton Roads community, Old Dominion University is offering a five-week summer youth sports and academic program. NYSP is designed to provide structured sports and enrichment activities for at risk children ages 10-16. In addition to various sporting and physical activities, participants will receive information on: drug and alcohol prevention, nutrition, career opportunities, computers, higher education, and community concerns.

NYSP Program Objectives

  • To utilize youth-centered instructional strategies in sports and educational activities.
  • To create a safe and nurturing environment in which every NYSP participant has the opportunity to enjoy learning life and sports skills.
  • To increase effectiveness of NYSP personnel through staff development programs and through the provision of on-the-job training in sports instruction and administration.
  • To increase public awareness of and involvement in NYSP at the local, state, and national levels.
  • To expand opportunities for participants from low-income families to benefit from interactive sports skills instruction, engage in sports competition and improve their overall physical fitness.
  • To help participants become better citizens and to provide them with information on career and educational opportunities.
  • To enable institutions of higher education and public and private agencies to participate more fully in community life and in the resolution of community problems.

NYSP Partners

The NYSP partners with the US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)