MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of Athletes for a Better World (ABW) is to use sports to develop character, teamwork, and citizenship through commitment to an athletic Code for Living that applies to life, and to create a movement that will play a significant role in the transformation of individuals, sports, and society. GOALS: The programs of ABW are designed to encourage acceptance and use of the Code for Living and reaffirm the decisions of athletes to: *Work hard at their sport *Demonstrate fair play *Come together as one team *Win or lose with grace and dignity *Give something back to the community OBJECTIVE: Through participation in the programs of ABW, athletes, coaches, and parents will become better people in all aspects of life and will demonstrate the value of Winning More than the Game.