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Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Indianapolis Colts honored with 2025 ESPY Sports Humanitarian Team award for mental health work
Indianapolis Colts win 2025 Sports Humanitarian Team award for mental health work (Image via Getty) A meaningful event happened at the 2025 ESPY Awards this week. The Indianapolis Colts were not recognized for a game, a play, or a season record, they were honored for something deeper. On July 16, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the Colts received the Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year Award for their ongoing commitment to mental health awareness and community support. Kalen Jackson shares how the Colts made mental health a priority Indianapolis Colts co-owner Kalen Jackson spoke with NFL reporter Judy Battista shortly after the ESPYS ceremony. Jackson opened up about why the team decided to start a strong mental health initiative in the first place. She explained that, years ago, the team saw how players, staff, and fans were quietly struggling. That's when they knew they had to act. Under her leadership, the Colts created programs focused on mental wellness. These included support groups, community events, open discussions, and even in-house counselors for players and staff. The team also helped launch 'Kicking the Stigma,' a public campaign to raise awareness and fight the shame around mental health issues. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beyond Text Generation: An AI Tool That Helps You Write Better Grammarly Install Now Undo Jackson said in her interview, 'This isn't just about football. It's about people. It's about making sure every person connected to our team, and our city, knows they're not alone.' The Colts' work goes beyond football and into the community The Colts' mental health work didn't stop inside the locker room. They reached into local schools, partnered with national mental health organizations, and used their platform to speak openly about tough topics. Their players spoke in public service videos. Coaches held community Q&A sessions. Fans even got involved through Colts-run mental health walks and donation drives. Also Read: ESPY Awards 2025 Winners List: Full List Of Winners And Top Honors Revealed This is why the 2025 Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year Award felt so earned. The ESPYS aren't just about what happens on the field, they shine a light on how sports teams can be a force for good. According to ESPN, the Colts were chosen for their 'long-term, sustained impact' and for using football as a way to create real change. At the end of the day, the Colts proved that winning can look like listening, helping, and healing and that kind of victory means everything. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Colts co-owner, Chief Brand Officer Kalen Jackson joins 'GMFB' to discuss her father Jim Irsay's legacy
Indianapolis Colts co-owner and Chief Brand Officer Kalen Jackson wakes up with "GMFB" to discuss "Kicking the Stigma" mental health initiative and her father Jim Irsay's passing and his legacy.
Indianapolis Star
16-07-2025
- Health
- Indianapolis Star
Indianapolis Colts win ESPY Award for Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year for Kicking the Stigma
The Indianapolis Colts have been named winners of an ESPY Award for the Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year. The Colts started Kicking the Stigma in 2020, bringing awareness to mental health issues. The team and the Irsay family have committed more than $31 million to addressing these issues, according to a team release. "Instead of the story being told about us, we wanted to tell our own story in hopes of helping others who are struggling," said Kalen Jackson, Colts owner and chief brand officer. 1-on-1 talks, quizzes, headsets: How Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Kalen Jackson have prepared to run Colts She and sisters Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Casey Foyt have assumed team ownership since the death May 21 of their father, Jim Irsay.
USA Today
26-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Full Indianapolis Colts 2025 training camp schedule and start times
The Indianapolis Colts have released their full 2025 training camp schedule, which includes 13 open practices for fans to attend. The Indianapolis Colts have released their full 2025 training camp schedule, which includes 13 open practices for fans to attend. Once again, training camp will be held at Grand Park in Westfield, Indiana. The rookies will report on July 21st, the veterans on July 22nd, and the first practice will take place on July 23rd. Indianapolis Colts full 2025 training camp schedule Along with hosting the Packers for a joint practice, the Colts will also hold a joint practice with the Ravens in Baltimore on August 5th prior to their preseason matchup. For more information on how to get your tickets and the theme days for this year's practices, head over to the Colts' team site. "We are thrilled to return to Grand Park for 2025 Colts Training Camp and to continue our wonderful partnership with the City of Westfield," said Colts Owner & Chief Brand Officer Kalen Jackson, via "Together over the years, we've been able to provide a fun, exciting and accessible experience for Colts fans of all ages, and this year will be no different."
Washington Post
16-06-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Kalen Jackson is carrying on her father's legacy through her mental health advocacy
Breaking down barriers surrounding mental health was a personal mission for Jim Irsay , the beloved owner of the Indianapolis Colts who died last month at age 65. It's personal for Kalen Jackson , too. Irsay's youngest daughter, who joins sisters Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Casey Foyt in running the team , has talked openly about dealing with anxiety. Irsay-Gordon is the CEO with Foyt as executive vice president and Jackson chief brand officer.
