Making youth sports more available to low-income families

WOSU | April 11th, 2023

Listen to the conversation here. 

Poor children face a range of disadvantages, from food insecurity to scant housing options.

Organized sports have long been a bridge for those children, but the costs associated with everything from equipment to travel teams have drawn another line in the sand, reducing participation by low-income students.

We’ll learn about the role of school budget cuts and efforts to make the world of youth sports more accessible.

Guests:

• Jon Solomon, Editorial Director for the Sports & Society Program at the Aspen Institute
• Stephanie Hightower, President/CEO of Columbus Urban League
• Dr. Vincent Clarno, Director of Student Activities with Columbus City Schools
• Gizmo Hall, pro pickleball player

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