The Rams organized a PLAY 60 event on Maui, engaging approximately 1,200 local youths aged 5-12 from the County of Maui’s Play and Learn Sessions (PALS) summer program. The event, hosted at War Memorial Stadium and featuring Rams legend Andrew Whitworth, aimed to promote active lifestyles among children, aligning with the NFL's initiative to combat childhood obesity by encouraging 60 minutes of daily activity. Mayor Richard Bissen emphasized the impactful experience for the children, highlighting the rarity of such opportunities. This event follows other community initiatives led by the Rams, including football clinics for local high school athletes.

By the Numbers
  • Approximately 1,200 local youths participated in the event.
  • PALS summer program runs from June 9 to July 25.
Yes, But

While the event was warmly received, questions remain about the long-term impact of such initiatives on children's health and whether these efforts can effectively reverse rising childhood obesity rates.

State of Play
  • The Rams' community engagement efforts are focused on providing safe recreational opportunities for Maui's youth.
  • Other recent initiatives include a girls flag football clinic and a boys tackle football clinic for local high school athletes.
What's Next

As the Rams continue their community outreach during minicamp, future events may expand to include additional educational and recreational programs aimed at youth health and development in Maui.

Bottom Line

The Rams’ efforts in Maui highlight the importance of community engagement and reflect their commitment to promoting active lifestyles among children while strengthening ties with the local community.