Mission Statement

The objectives of our program are to unite the youth of our parishes and to help promote their spiritual, physical and social welfare by bringing Catholic truths, principals and ideas into their everyday life. The programs are intended to be character builders, reflecting the ideals of good sportsmanship and Christianity.

Pastors, ADs, Principals, DREs and Youth Ministers

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Play Like a Champion

Jack Mack Champions for Children Award Goes to Marty Raines and the Diocese of Columbus

The Play Like a Champion Today Educational Series presented the Diocese of Columbus and Marty Raines of the Diocesan Recreation Association the 2019 Jack Mack Champions for Children Award. The award was established in honor of Jack Mack, who provided endless hours of dedicated service as a volunteer and helped develop Play Like a Champion’s mission and vision.

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A letter was sent out to Youth Ministers, ADs, DREs, and Pastors encouraging a dialogue among these individuals about how they can work together in the parish to encourage sports as ministry, and to engage those in sports with other parish youth ministry opportunities. A copy of the letter and resources are included below.

• Letter to ADs, Youth Ministers, DREs, and Pastors
• AD and YM Talking Points 
• 15 Ways for YM to Support Sports 
• Coaching as Ministry