Since I have joined the MVP Generation Go Ambassador Program, I have shared many topics with you. From my style of meal planning, my favorite kid-friendly recipe to time management skills, back-to-school tips and more.
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This week’s topic is about Youth Sports.
By now, most kids have started school. My kids went back this past Wednesday and let me tell you it hasn’t been easy. During the Summer, we kicked back, slept-in many mornings and just had fun. Now it’s time to get down to business and back to a much needed routine.
With that being said, there are also many kids who are back to playing sports. I remember my 12 year old playing soccer one year (this was a few years ago) and as she was trying to kick the ball to one of her team mates, she tripped and fell on her wrist. She was screaming with agony. I was so scared. Her coach mentioned that it was a possibility she sprained her wrist. By the time we got home, she said she felt better. I gave her an ice pack and some Tylenol and she went to bed. Her wrist was a bit swollen but I didn’t think it was that bad. The next morning, she said she couldn’t handle the pain so I called her pediatrician and we went within that hour. After the doctor checked her, we were sent over to radiology to have an x-ray done. After the x-ray, the technician said she had a fracture.
Oh no!
Do you know how bad I felt? I was so heartbroken for her. I felt really bad but thankfully the nurse reassured me that some parents wait days and days later to bring their child to the hospital. I’m not sure if that were true but she calmed me down.
After her cast was removed, she was no longer interested in soccer, let alone any sport. She was my only child who adored sports but what can I do? She’s a great violinist so I’m happy about that. 😉
Since I know very little about sports, Greg Dashaw, who is the Head Athletic Trainer at Siena College, gave all the ambassadors some tips to share with our readers.
Tips on Youth Sports
“Equipment–- it is extremely important for everyone involved in sports to have proper fitting gear. Your performance and development on the field of play can be affected by your equipment. Two examples would be:
1. Proper fitting footwear: Brand new sneakers, turf shoes, or cleats that are not broken in can cause blisters. This can cause you to miss practice and game participation. Old shoes that are too big or too small can cause you to change your gait; this could lead to other injuries.
2. A helmet that is too big is poor protection and can lead to injury if it slides down and blocks your vision. Ones that are too tight can cause headaches. It is important to have someone that is knowledgeable about the equipment that you need for your sport help you pick out the right size and get the right fit.”
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Make sure they know to stay hydrated and have easy access to water.
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Make sure that the children do warm up exercises before engaging in sports, make sure that they are properly outfitted with any safety gear that is needed and make sure that they know all the safety rules and regulations for their particular sport.
I wish there were a way to make sure they wouldn’t hurt themselves. I do make sure that my son wears his safety gear and is a good sport so at least another child won’t want to hurt him.
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I make sure that my daughter has all of the equipment she needs to play softball. We make sure she has her cleats, mouth piece, face guard and helmet in her bag. We also make sure she warms up before playing. We don’t want her pulling any muscles. lol thank you!!
I make sure the equipment fits correctly & is suitable for the sport being played.
I get to know the coach to ensure they are looking after my child and not how just to win~
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I make sure my girls get enough sleep before practice and especially before a match!
make sure they have water and the proper equipment like shin guards and mouth guards
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Get a FULL physical at the doctors and tell your doctor about for what sports your child will be trying out. Each sports has different stress areas on a body.
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Make sure that everyone has the proper safety gear.
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make sure they know to….
– keep hydrated
-if your are hurting to step out/take a break
-don’t goof around, someone may get hurt
-stay focused and alert
The best support is to be there for ALL there games and to even attend the practices.
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tell them to keep hydrated
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We make sure they wear the proper padding and protective gear.
I make sure she knows how to swim since that’s her sport.
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The tips you mention are excellent and should be followed by parents, players, and coaches. I don’t have kids but my brother, sister, and I were very athletic and involved in sports. We were lucky to never get hurt. We also learned and played fair.
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Keep them hydrated!
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Make sure all there equipment fits properly
If I had children in school, (my son is all grown-up). I give my grandchildren encouragement .
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My son wears a up even though it is not mandatory for youth soccer. Trust me- it should be.
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Always have water or gatorade available.
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