One of the eight key factors underlying Long-Term Development in sport and physical activity for organizations is Appropriate Specialization. This factor recommends that, except in early specialization sports, athletes should not over-specialize until their early teens. Before then, they should participate in a wide range of sports and activities to build a high level of physical literacy and well-rounded sport skills. And yet, it seems the sport system—and those working with pre-teen participants—are creating increased opportunities for early specialization. Join […]
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