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Saturday, August 09, 2008
Team sports for kids are very frequently those that seem to fall along the lines of their interest, even if they are not very good at the sport. Although from a competitive point of a view a child would be assumed to enjoy basketball if she has a certain height, if her heart is not in the game, not even the bodily advantages she has will make it one of the best team sports.
For kids, enjoyment always trumps skill and ability, and for this reason it is wise for parents to expose their children to a variety of sports prior to deciding to settle on one as they grow older.
The best team sports for kids are also those that seek to help them grow not only in skill but also in social ability. Being part of a team is so much more than simply kicking a ball or being a member of a league.
It is the ability to let someone else have a great shot, to be gracious when making that great shot and remembering that it is done for the team, and of course, to also take the loss serious since it is a team loss and not just an individual loss.
Furthermore, the best team sports for kids are those which do not fill their schedule to brimming with activities that phase out free playtime. While many soccer and basketball leagues are great fun, the necessity to spend long hours waiting for a turn at play and then continue to wait long hours –often in the heat of the day—while waiting around for a second game, usually zaps the energy of even the most devoted players and parents.Labels: activities, children, fitness, fun, games, gymnasium
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