Children doing team sports Why should families consider signing their children up for team sports? This question has troubled lots of parents due to the time commitment, cost of enrollment and equipment, and the potential risk of injury. Although it is a great way to build relationships, the real benefits are performing better in academics and becoming more athletic. So what's the secret to team sports that allow adolescents to improve academically and elevate their physical abilities? The research proves there are many hidden advantages and that kids should participate in team sports. Most kids engage in too much screen time and don't have enough hands-on activity. By getting gamers off the couch and athletes onto the field they will be exercising their mind and body instead of just their fingers. Team sports commit children to regular exercise which helps boost immunity and contributes to physical health. We want kids to develop healthy habits when they are young so they will carry over into their adulthood. If children participate in team …show more content…
Through organized sports, children gain an understanding of sportsmanship," states Rec Media. This will help kids because when they will be adults, they will then respect others. They will be kind to others when they win or lose to others. They won't throw fits at others they will take it like a man. Also, Rec Media states"Being able to acknowledge wins for others and deal with defeat. Having a coach as young teenagers can set them up to value mentors who can help them later on in life." This will help kids understand that it's not all about winning, that it's about improving as a team. When teens have role models that they look up to like coaches then they will act well to not disappoint them. If they have role models they will become healthy teens and then healthy