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Variety is supposed to be the spice of life. But too many youth coaches and parents don’t seem to agree. Millions of young athletes continue to be guided toward year-round commitments in a single sport, augmenting traditional seasons with camps, clinics, indoor leagues and travel teams.
That’s a problem. On many levels.
Athletes who play multiple sports tend to develop better overall athleticism and skills that are transferable between sports. These multisport athletes are often more adaptable and versatile, traits that can be advantageous even at higher levels of competition. By contrast, athletes who specialize too early may plateau in their development and be less prepared to handle the demands of their sport as they progress. [Read more...]
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