More than 65% of children say they participate in sports to be with friends
Source: Athletic Footwear Association, 1990
One top reason why children say they participate in sports: to have fun and to improve their skills
Source: Athletic Footwear Association, 1990
Top reasons children quit playing organized sports include: - Not having fun
- The coach played favorites
- Too much emphasis is placed on competition
- Frustration with not getting to play
Source: Institute for the Study of Youth Sports, Michigan State University, 2004
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