Youth Sports Stories

Dave Winfield: Youth Athletes Benefit Playing Multiple Sports

MLB Hall of Famer was drafted in three sports, and he advises kids and parents to say no to sports specialization.
Why Isn't Baseball An Option For Girls?

Athletic opportunities for girls in the United States have exploded in the past 40 years.
Business Of Youth Sports Is Booming -- And Forcing Some Kids To Quit

In the arms race for better coaching, some parents are willing to pay big bucks for elite instruction, but what about kids from households that don't have such a budget?
Have Parents Ruined Sports For Kids?

Studies show that youth sports participation rates are declining, and more kids are dropping out at an early age due to injury, burnout, cost and access.
Hope Solo: U.S. Soccer Has Become A Rich White Kid Sport

Longtime USWNT goalkeeper lost bid to be national federation president but is still speaking out on issues.
Frank Martin's Message To Parents In Youth Sports: Please Stop Yelling

South Carolina hoops coach is known for his intensity -- but not when he's attending his kids' games.
P.E. Is A Social Justice Issue: Kerri Walsh Jennings, Julie Foudy Explain

Olympic champions support the campaign to make sports and physical activity available to more kids.
Young rugby player absolutely crushes the hopes and dreams of would-be tacklers

Young rugby player absolutely crushes would-be tacklers
Barcelona Youth Soccer Players Show Amazing Empathy For Disappointed Opponent

Somebody taught these youngsters something about sportsmanship.
Why Is Youth Sports Participation On Decline?

Dropping numbers have experts wondering where the kids are going.