Ch 7. Youth and High School Sports Flashcards by Kaitlyn Kirt | Brainscape

Q

What percentage of kids in America quit playing organized sport by age 13?

A

70%

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Q

Why did the percentage of kids in sports drop?

A

increased level of competition
traveling teams cost money
pressure to specialize (quite a sport)
more injuries
time commitment and other interests
pressure for scholarships
friends are quitting too

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Q

What is sportsmanship?

A

fair and generous behavior or treatment of others, especially in a sports contest

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