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Free Play and Pick-Up Games are 
Essential to Athletic Success

By Kristen Gostomski
| October 4, 2018 | Sports Performance, Parenting

Studies indicate, and parents can verify, that the creativity of free play—without interference from adults—helps kids learn leadership skills, conflict resolution, and problem solving. And for developing motor skills, core strength, agility, balance, and coordination, free play is essential.

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The Risks of Early Specialization in One Sport

By Kristen Gostomski
| October 4, 2018 | Sports Performance, Parenting

Specialization is defined as intense year-round training in one sport while excluding others. Studies as well as observations from coaches verify that playing multiple sports is best for developing both physical and mental literacy in sport as well as decreasing the likelihood for injuries and burnout.

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Science Supports Youth Playing Multiple Sports: What if my kid just loves one?

By Kristen Gostomski
| October 4, 2018 | Sports Performance, Parenting

In my last article The Risks of Early Specialization in One Sport we discussed the science behind why early specialization in one sport can hinder both the mental and physical development of young athletes. Lets’ review the science:

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Athlete Development Model for Ages 3-19

By Kristen Gostomski
| September 5, 2018 | Sports Performance, Parenting

Many experts believe and studies confirm that today’s culture of early sports specialization with an emphasis on year-round structured training is stunting the mental and physical development of youth. Until about age 12, general athleticism—nurtured with free play and multiple sports—should be prioritized over sport-specific skills. Even after the age of 12, free play—without interference from adults—remains important.

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