The Benefits of Youth SportsBy Jim Fallis

Studies have revealed thatchildren today spend moretime inside and usingtechnology than previousgenerations, whichincreases their risk ofchildhood obesity. Thismakes youth sports moreimportant than ever.

Take a look at some of thebenefits of enrolling yourchild in a youth sportsprogram!

There's no doubt that sports help kids to stayphysically active, which will help them tostay healthy, reduce risks of disease, and

stay fit later in life!

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

PERSONALDEVELOPMENT

When students play sports, they learn self-confidence andleadership skills by challenging themselves to succeed. They

also develop their problem solving and critical thinkingabilities!

Team sports in particular can teach young athletes how to make friends and work with others. They can alsoteach valuable lessons about respect, sportsmanship, kindness, and fair play.

SOCIAL INTERACTION

Sports can teach childrenthat in order to succeed,you need to work hard. It

also teaches them thatlosing isn't the end of theworld. These lessons can

serve them wellthroughout their lives!

DISCIPLINE

Many studies have found links betweenacademic and athletic success, in partbecause sports help kids develop focus andwork ethic that they bring to the classroom.

EDUCATIONAL GROWTH

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