41 After-Game Snack Ideas for Youth Sports 

You signed your kid up to play youth sports this season! Way to go! They will undoubtedly learn new skills, make new friends, and look forward to the after-game snack with the team! My kids are always hoping for candy or for the team to go out for ice cream after a game! While this is always fun, I don’t want them to have a big sweet treat after every game! I think many sports parents are looking for healthier after-game snack ideas for youth sports. Here are 41 ideas to consider the next time you are on snack duty!

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The After-Game Snacks Ideas for Youth Sports

Fresh Fruits

• Apple Slices: Apple slices are convenient and easy to eat. They will stay fresh with the addition of a little lemon juice.
• Bananas: These are a great source of potassium and are easy to distribute and eat quickly.
• Grapes: They can be washed and divided into small portions for a quick, refreshing snack. Try them frozen on a hot day!
• Oranges/Clementines: Oranges or Cuties are a perfect, portable snack that provides vitamin C and hydration. 
• Watermelon Slices: Extremely hydrating and sweet

Dried/ Preserved Fruit Snacks 

• Dried Apples
• Dried Mango 
• Raisins/ Craisins 
• That’s It Fruit Bars 
• Bear Real Fruit Snacks 
• Applesauce or other fruit pouches

Protein-Packed Snacks

• Yogurt: Individual yogurt smoothies or tubes are convenient and provide a good source of protein. 
• Cheese Sticks -come in several varieties and should be kept in a cooler.
• Babybel Cheese Rounds- these travel well coolers.
• Protein Bites: The Kodiak Brand of Protein bites are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser. We also love this recipe from Eating Bird Foods. 
• Trail Mix: A mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit can provide a quick energy boost.
• Chomps Meat Sticks: It’s hard to get more protein in a such small snack!
• Dry Roasted Edamame: will satisfy the desire for a salty, crunchy snack 
• Mini Perfect Bars 
• Whisp Baked Cheese Bites 
• Individual Nut Butter Packets: These peanut butter or almond butter packets add a boost of protein and healthy fats.

Whole Grains

• Popcorn: Skinny Pop and Lesser Evil Pop Corn are our favorites.
• Pretzels
• Made Good Granola Bites
• Granola Bars
• Whole Grain Crackers
• Heavenly Hunks Minis are a new favorite at our house. They can also be found at some Costco locations.
• Annie’s Organic Cheddar Snack Mix

Snacks for Hot Days

• Deebee’s Ice Pops
• Cut, Frozen Grapes
• Cold Orange Slices
• Sweet Nothings Squeezable Smoothie

After Game Snacks Ideas for Teamates with allergies:

My heart truly goes out to children and families of children who have food allergies. A food allergy can take a fun, bonding experience (like having a snack with teammates after a game) and turn it into a potentially dangerous situation. Families, coaches, and the Team Parent coordinating snacks should work together to keep kids with allergies safe. In some cases, there are easy substitutions that can be made so everyone can enjoy the same snack. In other situations, the family of the child with the food allergy may elect to bring their own snack. In either situation communication is key!

Pro -Tips: have the packaging with the ingredients listed for kids with allergies and parents to review to ensure it is safe for their consumption. If there is a shared snack like muffins, allow the team member with an allergy to select their snack first to prevent any cross-contamination.

• Blakes Seed Bars
• Skinny Pop Popcorn
• Abe’s Brand Muffins
• Orgain Plant-based protein shakes
• Pure Organic Fruit Bars
• Snack Mates Jersey Meat Stick

Perfect Pairs:

There is something special and fun about a little goodie bag after a game. There are so many easy ways to make these healthy too! Some of our favorite combinations are:

• Made Good Granola Bites + Pure Organic Fruit Bar
• Skinny Pop Popcorns + an orange (This is a winning combo for teammates that have allergies)
• Mini Perfect Bar with a Banana

Where to Buy After Game Snacks:

You can certainly buy most of these after-game snack for youth sports from your local grocery store. If you are looking for individual, pre-portioned servings for large groups, it can sometimes be easier to shop at larger stores like Costco or Sam’s Club. There are many items that can be ordered from Amazon as well.

Tips for Providing After-Game Snacks for Youth Sports

• Pre-Packaged Portions: Preparing snacks in individual portions can make distribution easy and fast for hungry (or hangry!) athletes.
• Coolers: Use coolers with ice packs to keep perishable items fresh and safe for consumption.
• Allergy Considerations: Be mindful of team members’ allergies and avoid common allergens if needed.
• Hydration: Especially on hot days, keeping kids hydrated can be even more important than keeping them fed. Having a supply of water bottles or a water cooler is essential for warm-weather sports.

Which After Game Snack Ideas for Youth Sports will you pick?

There can be a lot of expectation around team snacks (and most things in youth sports now)! While candy or cupcakes can be fun occasional treat, I have found most parents prefer a healthier option. What is your pick?