Tag Archives: Positive youth development

Risks associated with high performance sport in young athletes

Posted on October 23, 2020 by hadeerelsayed

High performance sport participation has shown to be detrimental to young athlete’s development. High performance sport participation in youth is considered to be early specialization in sport. Development is a process of growing and developing competence. Development is affected by … Continue reading →

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The Positive Effect of Coaches on Youth Development in Sports

Posted on October 23, 2020 by eestabrounbca

by Emily E. Coaches are a very important part of youth development within sports.  They’re the first individuals that teach youth to play a sport, be involved as a team, and to work on individual skills for both on and … Continue reading →

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Get a Life(style sport): Fostering Positive Youth Development Outside of the Mainstream

Posted on October 19, 2020 by mattwhipple1

By Matt W. Over the past couple of decades, there has been a significant growth in activities that fall into the category of lifestyle sports. Lifestyle sports (often used interchangeably with; “extreme sports”, “action sports”, “alternative sports”, or “new sports”) … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Positive Feedback on the Development of Youth in Sport and Recreation

Posted on October 19, 2020 by bbrown1999

By Brooke B. Receiving positive feedback is an essential part of learning. As children, we rely heavily on the positive reinforcements of the people around us, particularly adults. Positive feedback and cues teach us what positive behaviour is expected from … Continue reading →

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The Relationship Between Video Games and Positive Youth Development

Posted on October 9, 2020 by jaredmacdonald3

By Jared M. Youth development can be defined as the process which prepares youth to meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood through a series of activities and experiences.(Youth Development & Leadership – National Standards for Secondary Education and Transition, … Continue reading →

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Far-Reaching Implications of College Athletic Cuts

Posted on September 29, 2020 by dnanceki99

By Dawson N. As 2020 has progressed, some of the more immediate impacts of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) have been felt throughout North America. The impacts have permeated nearly every facet of life: from increased public and personal hygiene to … Continue reading →

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NHL or Bust

Posted on December 4, 2018 by Charlene Shannon-McCallum

by Hannah K. As a (soon to be) sports and recreation professional, I get a lot of questions from parents regarding the development of their child athletes.  This being Canada, the birthplace and centre of the Universe for hockey, I … Continue reading →

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YOUTH ATTRITION FROM ORGANIZED SPORTS

Posted on December 2, 2018 by Charlene Shannon-McCallum

by Priayanka D. Youth sport is any event where the competitors are younger than adult age; whether they are children or adolescents. This includes school sports as well as sports played outside the educational system. Organized sports involve physical activity … Continue reading →

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Childhood Needs Outdoor Play

Posted on December 1, 2018 by selinafabbri

by Selina F. Some of my fondest memories as a child involve going outside to play with my sisters and cousins, and roaming about the backyard. I would make mud pies in the rain, chase around my younger sisters, and … Continue reading →

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“It felt like I lost everything” – Effects of Long-Term Injury on Youth Mental Health

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Hilary Steeves

by Hilary S. My Story When I was fourteen years old, my life revolved around a soccer ball. I was on a field eight times a week, played for a competitive club team, played on the provincial team for my … Continue reading →

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