Youth Sport in America: An Evening with William Hoynes 

Manhattanville University’s Sport Knowledge Institute (SKI) is proud to present Youth Sport in America: An Evening with William Hoynes on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Manhattanville’s historic Reid Castle. The event will feature Dr. William Hoynes, Professor of Sociology at Vassar College and co-author of More Than Just a Game: How the Youth Sports Industry is Changing the Way We Parent and What to Do About It.

Following Dr. Hoynes’ book talk, he will be joined in conversation by Dr. Samantha White, Assistant Professor of Sport Studies at Manhattanville University, and Manhattanville alumna Lara Keenan ’22, ’24 MAT, Athletic Director at Mizzentop Day School, who holds a BA in Sport Studies and an MAT in Sport Pedagogy and Physical Education. Together, they will continue the conversation regarding how best to support young athletes and their families.

Books will be available for purchase and signing following the program.