Lessons from the Driveway
This is not any old basketball hoop on a random driveway. This is the hoop at my childhood home. The driveway where I spent hours practicing my shot and my ball handling skills and running wind sprints to stay in shape. In those hours of dribbling and shooting, I learned about myself and about life.
I started “shooting around” with my brothers when I was eleven or twelve…
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How parents can help prevent youth sports injuries
Do you know the top 10 sports injuries kids suffer? Learn what they are and download tips for your child’s favorite sport. Parents can help keep their kids playing safe.
Why does your child’s sports team need an athletic trainer?
Having an athletic trainer on the sidelines is as important as having a lifeguard at the swimming pool
The hidden costs of early sports specialization
Starting kids too early in sports can lead to many unintended — and undesirable — consequences
Youth sports injuries: Keeping health care providers busy for over 20 years
If you think it can’t happen to your kid, think again.
Are the young athletes in your life playing safe?
The number of youth sports injuries continues to soar. But what can be done? More than you might think.
Baseball season is underway—and so are the 2021 headlines on pitchers’ injuries
Over half the surgeries that used to be reserved for major league pitchers are now performed on teenage boys.
Half of all youth sports injuries are from overuse
We all know the saying “practice makes perfect.” But too much practice can lead to injury.
What are the chances your child will get hurt playing sports?
About 8 million kids a year suffer a sports injury that requires medical attention. What can parents and coaches do? Start learning more about the risks and prevention of injuries.