My daughter and I walked into the crowded gymnasium greeted by the sight and sound of elementary-age girls running, laughing, ...

And, of course, child development occurs at different rates. Children shouldn’t be hurried into youth sports. ... In reality, many children begin playing sports at younger ages than recommended.

States with policies allowing trans girls to play sports have seen increased rates of sports participation by cis girls.

Around 45% of all student-athletes are playing more than one sport, according to annual survey from the Michigan High School Athletic Association. ... You’re going to meet different kids.

Children are playing different sports, and some extraordinary ones are participating in multiple disciplines. × AMH is an independent media house free from political ties or outside influence.

In fact, 70% of kids stop playing sports before they’re even teenagers, largely due to burnout and injury, according to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

This is the first of a three-part series on former high school athletes raising high school athletes in today’s world.

Playing hockey has its hurdles, ... Area kids skate different path, win state. Apr 8, 2025. Brian Yauger ... There’s really not a lot of sports to have a grind like the sport of hockey does, ...