Stress in Youth Sports Push to win harms kids
Youth sports expose children to pressure from parents and coaches that can trigger stress and dropout. Experts note most kids play for fun, not for prizes, but organized play emphasizes winning, widening the gap between enjoyment and performance.
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Sports give kids best physical development says expert
Organized sports like soccer and basketball keep children in motion and develop strength speed and endurance. Experts note that manageable equipment and scaled fields improve learning while reducing stress from audience pressure and overemphasis on winning.
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Cubs Triumph as Speier Drives in Four in Win Over Pirates
Chris Speier, signed as an insurance policy by the Cubs, went 2-for-4 with a homer and four RBIs to spark a 7-3 victory over the Pirates. Jody Davis added two doubles and two RBIs as Chicago moved into first in the NL East. Speier, adjusting to second base, highlighted a strong spring performance that helped shape the lineup.
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Burns Leads Sox Past Twins on Birthday Night
Britt Burns worked 6 2 3 innings allowing three hits as Chicago beat Minnesota 3-1. Greg Walker and Ron Kittle homered, Bob James earned his 12th save, and Burns improved to 7-5 after a 13-batter stretch retired.
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Sports column voice hints at newsroom changes and plans
A veteran sports editor writes in a personal column about the shift to a morning paper, expanded sports coverage, and new wire services. He notes adding a fourth weekday sports page, more national coverage, and prep coverage expansion, with hopes for a Saturday edition and a fishing trip closing the piece.
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