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We aim to bridge the gap between academics and the social, emotional and healthy well-being of children through unstructured play and character development

The two aims of this study (recess and character development) are already showing some positive results in grades K & 1 through some pilot work being done in the private schools. We have known for a few years now that we should be engaging in more recess. More of the same (sitting in desks and doing more school work) will not change the results being seen in schools. This study will aid the administrators and teachers in their quest for stronger academics in children by bringing the fun back to learning, increasing the ability to focus/concentrate, and increase social responsibility (respect for self & others, honesty, etc).

10/28/2026

New episode out now! There are many injury risk factors that young athletes face, from overuse due to sport specialization to pushing the physical limits on what their growing and changing bodies can handle. Sports medicine physician, Dr. Kevin Chiang, sees all kinds of injuries in his clinic, but he understands that every injury and treatment plan comes with many nuances. Listen as he and Dr. Rhea dive deep into the complexities of changing athlete identities that occur with injury, the harm of hidden pressures in youth sports, and how the ultimate goal of youth sports and sports medicine should always be to promote lifelong physical activity and wellness. This is the 2nd episode with Dr. Chiang. Listen to both parts now on Spotify, Apple, or here: https://liinkproject.tcu.edu/podcast

10/26/2026

What an amazing turn out at the Outdoor Learning Leadership Summit, including leaders from school districts all across Texas! As the keynote speaker, Dr. Rhea presented "Imagine A Child as a Tree: Fertilize with Recess and Character Skills". We can't wait to see how these connections flourish!

Thank you and all attendees for an awesome day of outdoor learning and play!

10/21/2026

New episode out now! In any medical disciplines, the patient-physician relationship is a key factor in helping the patient feel at ease and lead them on the right path to recovery. This can be especially important in pediatric care as it creates the foundation of lifelong treatment and health habits for the patient. Today’s guest, sports medicine physician, Dr. Kevin Chiang, stresses the importance of this relationship in his practice, knowing just how scary it can be for his young patients to receive treatment for their injuries and return to sport. This episode lays the groundwork for part two next week, where we dive deep into Dr. Chiang’s perspectives on early sport specialization, injury, and athlete identity. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or at the link in our bio!

10/20/2026

Beautiful fall weather is upon us! How are you getting outside and playing today?

10/16/2026

Check it out! Dr. Rhea will be the keynote speaker at ESC 20's third annual Outdoor Learning Leadership Summit at Seguin ISD's Seguin ISD Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center. Learn more and register at the link in the comments!

10/15/2026

Let's shift our focus in youth sports from winning to FUN and motor skill development!

Listen to the full episode on Spotify or Apple (link in comments)

10/14/2026

New Right Moves episode out now, continuing our series on sport readiness and early sport specialization! Youth sports especially at young ages should be focused on fun and motor skills development, but instead many coaches and parents put the emphasis on competition and winning. What is this doing for our young athletes’ physical and mental health as they age in their sport? Dr. Rhea brings back former LiiNK PhD student and performance coach, Dr. Kate Webb, to share how and why coaches and parents should shift from a competition mindset in 4–12-year-olds to finding ways for kids to play outdoors and have fun more. This shift will create more well-rounded and resilient athletes with less injuries and fewer youth who will drop out of sports by age 13. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or the link in the comments.

10/09/2026

Don't forget! Dr. Rhea will be the keynote speaker at ESC 20's third annual Outdoor Learning Leadership Summit at Seguin ISD's Seguin ISD Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center. Learn more and register at the link in the comments!

10/07/2026

TCU fall break is Oct. 8th - Oct. 9th. Right Moves will return next Wednesday to continue our series on early sport specialization. Play on!

10/06/2026

TCU Gives Day is happening NOW! Help LiiNK continue to make an impact in schools and the community through TCU Gives Day, an annual 24-hour online fundraising campaign supporting TCU's people and programs. This event goes from 12pm CST on Oct. 6th through 12pm CST on Oct. 7th. Head to the link below to give, and be sure to select Liink Project as the designation (located under the Harris College drop-down).

https://frogfunding.tcu.edu/tcu-gives-day-2026/?a=13918373&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=24243327763&gclid=CjwKCAjwlY3WBhANEiwApsNrLVtpIYC34OKKN9LerUHqDVz5vDnErYYFfNmZHEWYpgpwuiqoq-YgbRoCGkUQAvD_BwE

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Fort Worth, TX

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+18172577685

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http://liinkproject.tcu.edu/

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