Park and recreation professionals say that the coronavirus response and recovery provide them with a chance to emerge as key leaders in ensuring a more fair, just and inclusive model of youth sports. COVID-19 and the Changing Face of YOUTH SPORTS Park and recreation agencies embrace a more fair, just and inclusive model for youth sports leagues By Jon Solomon I n an odd way, David Andreatta found himself enjoying life as a youth sports parent in Rochester, New York, during the early months of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. PA R K S A N D R E C R E AT I O N .O R G | O C TO B E R 2 02 0 | Parks & Recreation 57