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Colts quarterback gathers support for child health program (The Associated Press)

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck threw and caught a pass Tuesday during a visit to the Indiana Statehouse during which he promoted a health and fitness initiative for children.

Luck and Riley Hospital for Children's top doctor spoke to the Indiana House and Senate as lawmakers adopted a resolution recognizing the success of the hospital's ''Change the Play'' initiative.

The program aims to help children learn about making better health and fitness choices. It has involved more than 20,000 youths in about 100 Indiana schools since it began three years ago, according to Riley officials.