Quite a few parents are choosing to have their child specialize in one sport. There are numerous reasons why parents seem locked into early youth sport specialization. Perhaps a contributing factor is the phenomenal success of certain eminent athletes that started specializing early. However, many in the youth sports field feel that early specialization is detrimental to young athletes. Parenting.com agrees, here are some of the reasons why they value engaging in multi-sports:
Here are some reasons why they support participation in multi-sports :
Children learn a variety of skills when playing multi-sports, many of these skills transfer from one sport to another. Different sports also build and require different levels of focus and endurance. A broad exposure to sports, coaches and teams will enhance your athlete's sport aptitude.
For more information: Why Playing Multiple Sports—Not Just One—Is Best for Kids
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