Armed Forces Sports
Armed Forces Sports (AFS) program is the culmination of each branch of Services' sports and fitness program.
Goals
- Promote goodwill among the Armed Services through sports.
- Enhance the physical fitness of military personnel.
- Provide opportunities for military athletes to compete at national and international levels.
- Foster a positive image of the Armed Forces through sports participation.
Sponsor
- Federal Agency: DoD
- Sponsoring Office: Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs[1]
Creation
Armed Forces Sports was established through the efforts of the Department of Defense to coordinate and promote sports activities among the different branches of the U.S. military. There isn't a specific piece of legislation cited for its creation; rather, it operates under the general authority and mission of the DoD to support the health and morale of service members.[2]
Funding
Funding for Armed Forces Sports is part of the broader Department of Defense budget, specifically within allocations for morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) programs. Exact funding figures for AFS are not publicly itemized separately but are included in the annual MWR budget. Funding has been ongoing since the program's inception and continues as part of the DoD's commitment to service member well-being.[3]
Leadership
The program is directed by the Armed Forces Sports Council (AFSC), which includes representatives from each military branch.
Website
https://armedforcessports.defense.gov
Social Media Accounts
- No official social media accounts are listed for Armed Forces Sports.
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for Armed Forces Sports, but related information might be found under [wikipedia:Military sport in the United States](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Military_sport_in_the_United_States).