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  • The American Development Model
  • Coach Resources
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  • Administrator Resources

The American Development Model (ADM)#

The ADM is a concerted effort between the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and it's National Governing Bodies of sport (NGBs). Research shows active lifestyles offer enduring benefits for health, performance, and success, in and out of sport. The ADM fosters healthier Americans at every level of sport and age - from youth sports, to competitive club levels, to national and Olympic and Paralympic teams.

  • The American Development Model (ADM)

    See our ADM Manual here!, opens in a new tab
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    National Governing Bodies (NGBs)

    Find your sport's NGB here!, opens in a new tab

For Coaches#

Access free online courses and resources designed to help youth and community coaches create more positive, engaging, and rewarding sport experiences. Courses include Connection Based Coaching (CBC), How to Coach Kids (HTCK), and Coaching Girls; all part of the Million Coaches Challenge.

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    Connection Based Coaching

    Take the free course!, opens in a new tab
Sabrina Ionescu #6 of Team United States waves to the crowd after her team's victory against Team France during the Women's Gold Medal game between Team France and Team United States on day sixteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 11, 2024 in Paris, France.

For Parents and Caregivers#

Have you ever wondered if a club, a coach, or a sport program is creating a safe and positive youth sport environment for your kid? Check out these resources, designed specifically for parents and caregivers, to learn more.

Group of 30+ men and women smiling for a group photo on the turf of the gym at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center.

For Administrators#

As an administrator, your role is crucial in making a positive youth sport experience happen. By using the strategies in this Quality Parenting Framework, and the accompanying Admin Toolkit, you can help create a supportive environment where parents and caregivers are engaged positively, coaches are confident, and kids feel encouraged. Everyone works together to make sports a great experience. Your leadership can make a big difference in fostering a community that values growth, fun, and development over just winning.

  • Quality Parenting Framework

    Read the full guide here!, opens in a new tab