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𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘 & 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬: What if a child does not care for the competition that comes with organized sports? What if they get hurt? Consider this list of pros and cons. #HighPlainsJournal #HPJ #sports #kids

How to encourage a love of sports in your child

How to make your school sport day more inclusive "The concept of winning and losing can be a tough lesson to learn, for children who find social interactions challenging and struggle with frustration tolerance. Team games and competitive races can be a trigger for feeling inadequate." #inclusion #inclusive #pe #sport #education #school #specialneeds #specialneedskids #universaldesignforlearning #udl #sportday #spiritday

Another insightful #KnowledgeNugget from Sport Information Resource Centre - Le Centre de documentation pour le sport (SIRC) : “One of the most useful ways for youth and adolescents to socialize and stay healthy is sport. Despite the positive benefits of sport, sport participation among youth has steadily declined in the past decade. A recent study found that motivation as well as sport experience had the strongest relationships with drop-out. It is suggested that to prevent drop-out organizations should focus on developing a safe environment that promotes motivation and enjoyment” https://lnkd.in/dNbFQfhj We at Surpass Sport Systems believe that an inclusive experience for kids is not at odds with being competitive, but rather makes for a more sustainable sporting environment for all, even elite or potential elite. Our software and apps simply the complexities of managing teams in an player-centred manner, because kids play on more than one team! Share our view? Contact me on https://sur.ie/adrian to discuss how we can help you reach your youth sport goals.

Encouraging kids and making them feel happy about sports and training is a difficult task for coaches and parents. Here are three tips that can help you make it for your kids. #sports #sportscoaching

Another great article Cath, highlighting the need to make sport more fun and carefree if we are going to keep children involved in sport (at all levels) in the long term! These are great examples of athletes that have triumphed while maintaining the crucial balance of happiness, growth and progress.

As a fan of the sport, it's always rewarding to find an organization that's making strides in the basketball community. Whai Basketball, a trailblazer in the field, is one such organization, and I'm elated to share insights from my research. Taking the inclusive approach, Whai Basketball impacts communities by providing structural support for development programs. Their work is commendable, with tangible results and vibrant testimonials to show 🏀 • Fostering teamwork: Whai Basketball is not just about shooting hoops. It's a community built on shared values, teamwork, and camaraderie. It fosters the strength of character and personality development, creating an environment where everyone is a winner. • Promoting wellness: The Health and Wellness activities at Whai Basketball go beyond regular exercises. They're designed as a holistic approach to wellness, considering mental and physical health in a comprehensive strategy. • Building resilience: Whai Basketball is creating a generation of resilient youths. Their 'Resilient Mind Program' helps players learn to cope with life's challenges and channel their energy positively. • Connectivity: Whai’s ecosystem connects players, communities, and coaches, making it easier to share both skills and experiences. Their online platform, www.whai.basketball, readily presents a hub of resources and facility updates. Engaging with the community through public participation and contributions is another aspect inherent to Whai’s style. Captured on www.whai.community, the stories of transformation and empowerment speak volumes about their drive. Our world needs initiatives like Whai Basketball that not just raise athletes, but mold individuals who can make a positive impact in their communities. If you've experienced the magic of Whai Basketball, I'd love to hear your journey. Your piece might just inspire someone to pick up a basketball or carry on despite the challenges. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments or connect with me for a deeper conversation! Let's leverage this platform for the greater good! #WhaiBasketball #CommunityEngagement #SportsForLife

Love to see this! Research indicates that Youth Sports is on the rise for Pre-Teens and Teens! This is a great sign for local sports instructors, trainers, and clubs. I'm a believer that participating in team sports from a young age gave me many advantages and built tons of useful skills that I use today. So, I'm so happy to see this! #FutureLeaders #Teamwork #perseverance #GoalSetting #Athletics https://lnkd.in/etxhHbib.

Squash, the Olympic sport, is growing in the USA. This is how Alfredo Ramirez racquetball champion, journalist, sociologist, artist, ...sees it, through the broader lens of racquet sports. We are experiencing new growth with commercial squash and non-traditional squash venues created through philanthropic social investments in the Squash and Education Alliance. And these two areas for growth are helping each other. https://lnkd.in/eM6jhuwd "FOR SQUASH, THIS IS LIFE IN THE UNITED STATES. Nothing screams growth to me more than finding out about these stand-alone squash venues, that exist outside of the exclusive membership set or fitness chains. During these weeks I've come to learn about squash venues that were built outside of these types of program models or formal college affiliations, but just as successful entrepreneurial enterprises. What I'm seeing now, that I wasn't aware of before, are thriving venues like Squash On Fire or Open Squash or Nicol Squash.... they're building out plush venues that sustain themselves through public commerce. Options to participate in sports today seem to be increasing and have become more socially integrated with lifestyles. Self-standing venues become more of a necessity for niche sports to cater to this trend. That squash is trending this way is a kicker for me. While these trends may seem slow-moving for squash, or not to be a trend at all, there are more places now for more people to play. WHO is playing squash? Traditional thoughts of college squash aside, I read a claim that squash is the fastest-growing college sport, where either varsity or club sports are considered additions. It may be an arguable statement to say that I know population numbers are in a steep decline. Colleges will become desperate for quality students. Which sport, in happenstance, is pumping out students in this way? How many programs are building actual buildings now? Just simply makes you think. Objectively speaking, and maybe even with a bit of hyperbole mixed in, but it seems to me like they’re planting buildings like gardens. What are these generations going to look to keep playing? These aren’t country club kids, they’re smart, street savvy, and comparatively independent. They’ve built much of their social capital into this game, and where do you think they’ll end up playing in say, 10 or 20 years? Sure, drop-off occurs with certain sets of participants, but the programs are only getting better and learning from one another, working to ensure that programmatically increases the chances for lasting engagement. Look, squash is growing here in the US. These programs are quietly grinding out the long-game part of that growth. These gardens are growing their own sustainability.

In youth sports, it's time to prioritize development over winning. Let's focus on instilling teamwork, confidence, and the value of exercise in our young #athletes, rather than just the scoreboard. Embracing these values benefits not just the individual but the whole community. Read the artcile to explore more... #YouthSports