Fight Against Steroid Use

The Taylor Hooton Foundation is a perfect example of the fight against steroid use in lower level athletics. Taylor Hooton was a promising high school baseball player who committed suicide as a result of his steroid use. His parents, friends and family created the foundation in 2004. Their mission is to inform North Americas' youth and their families/coaches about the risks of steroids and performance enhancing drugs. They hope to eliminate the use of these drugs in all American and Canadian schools and universities. They have information on their website about the risks of steroids/PHD's. They also have Taylor's story as well as several other real life stories of young steroid users. They have partnered with several major organizations such as Major League Baseball, the NFL, the National Athletic Trainers' Association, and many more in an effort to raise awareness. The Taylor Hooton Foundation accepts online donations to aid their cause to educate the public. They have both online and face to face education programs available. They also have fundraisers at Yankee stadium and a fundraising golf tournament.

I feel this is a very effective effort to combat steroid use by young athletes. By showing the tragedy of their son's steroid related death as well as other real life examples, the foundation shows their strong connection with the cause. They have information for young athletes and their families to look at in order to learn the truth about steroids. In addition, they have partnered with very credible organizations and professional sports leagues and this helps with their fundraising events,
and the fact that they accept donations allows others to help them and get involved with their cause.