The Huddle: A Sport Leadership Institute

Formerly named The Institute for Sport and Social Justice, we help athletes and teams build championship cultures.

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The Institute for Sport and Social Justice is now The Huddle: A Sport Leadership Institute. A new chapter, built on 40 years of impact. Join us: https://t.co/mzgTbujg9A

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You’re invited! Join us in Boston Nov. 18 as we honor Chuck Cooper, the first Black player drafted into the NBA, at our 2026 Hall of Fame Induction & Reception. 🏀

🎟️ Tickets: https://t.co/SxWiZY3XmS

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Our CEO, Dr. Jeffrey O'Brien, joined @WMNF to discuss athlete activism, voting rights, and sport's role in social change. Check it out here! https://t.co/3VTgC6sZ1K

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Our CEO, Dr. O’Brien, also moderated a thoughtful discussion with Beyond Sport’s founding supporters (MLB, MLS, NBA, NFL, NHL, and the WNBA), offering an inside look at how professional leagues are shaping sport’s next chapter.

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This Past Year! Our VP of Programs and CEO led an interactive workshop at @BeyondSport United, where participants created action plans rooted in their team's values & commitments, a reminder that values guide you, even when the ground is shifting under your feet.

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We’re proud to see our board member, @TKGould, advocating for student-athletes during a recent U.S. Senate hearing on the future of college athletics. Commissioner Gould continues to be a strong voice for student-athletes and higher education.

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"We need to make sure that we always remember who we are here to serve." 🗣️

Our commish, Teresa Gould, spoke on a US Senate hearing this morning about "Supporting Student-Athletes, Restoring Fair Competition, and Saving the Games Fans Love."

#BackThePac

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The San Antonio Spurs! We've had the opportunity to work with the Spurs through training sessions in San Antonio & have long admired their commitment to building a championship culture. That's the kind of leadership we can always get behind. #GoSpursGo

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This year, our #PowerOfSport Gala becomes Homecoming: Celebrating 40 Years of the Power of Sport. Join us on 10/14 in Boston for a reception, Hall of Fame induction of Dr. @RichardLapchick, and a celebration of our past & future. Tickets/sponsorships: https://t.co/vbCXRXTT5X.

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Our team had the privilege of huddling with executive leaders at @OrlandoCitySC, diving into Emotional Intelligence and how leaders can apply it every day to strengthen their teams, navigate challenges, and lead with both clarity & compassion. Thanks for leaning in with us!

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@tayonion @umsl Congratulations, Dr. Onion!

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Our Huddle Up team returned to the Forty Acres this summer! UT Austin continues to invest in its student-athletes with ongoing training focused on sexual respect. When we train the muscles for tough conversations, we build leaders ready to step up when it matters most.

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Our Huddle Up facilitators recently led training on the power of language and preventing harassment with @GoPSUsports. Creating a culture of respect and dignity starts with education, and we’re honored to be part of that journey.

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We’re back in Phoenix with the @Dbacks! Our ongoing partnership is about developing people & reinforcing the values of the organization. Our Respect in the Workplace training focuses on empowering team players to do their part to build a safe & respectful team and culture.

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Day 2 in DC: 🧭 all about finding the new things, including new friends! 🤝

Special thanks to @InstituteSSJ for the conversation this morning (and help this week) and to Jay and Suzanne for your time and hospitality tonight!

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Huddle Up is on the ground in DC with an incredible group of leaders from @KUAthletics!

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Day 2 in DC: 🧭 all about finding the new things, including new friends! 🤝

Special thanks to @InstituteSSJ for the conversation this morning (and help this week) and to Jay and Suzanne for your time and hospitality tonight!

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As the WNBA season heats up, we’re celebrating 2024 Gala honoree @LaChinaRobinson, a game-changer in sports media.
From ESPN to her nonprofit Rising Media Stars, she’s mentoring the next generation and pushing for true representation in sports broadcasting.

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#ThrowbackThursday to the early 2000s, when our team led 100s of leadership trainings to prevent domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment, and bullying across all branches of the U.S. military—and even the Australian Army.

We're not new to this, we're true to this!

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Our favorite time of the year: @NCAA’s Student Athlete Leadership Forum planning with some of Huddle Up’s best leaders. Excited for what’s the come this year. #LearnLead #SALF #PowerofSport

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Wishing all college athletes a Happy National Student-Athlete Day!

#NatlSADay

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Tonight, Florida will compete for a national title, despite accusations of sexual misconduct against two of their coaches. In observance of #SAAPM, our CEO shares his thoughts on how allegations of sexual assault in sport reflect broader societal issues.
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