youth sports coaching
Youth Sports Coaching: Stop Full‑Size Gear, 3 Myths
A 2022 study found that 68% of minor injuries in youth soccer involve collisions with full-size balls, so using kid-sized equipment is the safer choice. Full-size gear raises impact risk and limits skill development, while appropriately sized gear protects joints and encourages confidence. Youth Sports Coaching: Debunking the Full-Size Gear