Juneteenth is now recognized as an important day in US history and is a powerful reminder that the quest for freedom and equality in the US has been (and remains to be) a long, hard struggle. As we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people, let’s take the opportunity to reflect on how researchers can contribute to the continued fight for inclusivity, equality and justice for all.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic was an unprecedented global event that required swift and extraordinary actions to protect people from this new disease. These actions impacted the everyday lived experience of people around the globe. In the United States, an emphasis was placed on reducing human contact by canceling in-person events, transitioning to online school instruction, and requiring mask wearing when social contact was necessary. Therefore, our study sought to determine how sport participation impacted youth health for different populations of adolescents.
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