They say it takes a village to raise a child, but it takes a whole community to raise an athlete! Who doesn’t dream of their kid becoming a superstar athlete? Scoring the winning goal, hitting a home run that clears the stadium... the possibilities are endless (and brag-worthy!). But hold on a sec, before you start picturing them in tiny cleats at age 3, let's bust a myth: raising a champion isn't all about early specialization!

The stats might make you sweat (see the infographic below - some serious eye-openers!), but here's the deal: most pro athletes discovered their passion later and played a bunch of different sports before focusing on one or two.

Here's our advice

⚽🥎 Let them Play Ball (or Soccer, or Tennis... you get the idea)! Encourage them to try different sports before they hit 14. It builds a foundation of skills and, more importantly, makes them LOVE playing sports.

👏🏽 Find a Coach Who's More Hype Man Than Technique Trainer! Seek out coaches who ignite a passion for the game, not just perfect form. We want them yelling "Go team!" not nitpicking footwork.

❤️‍🔥 Passion First, Pressure Later! Let your kid discover their natural talent, then give them the tools to refine it. Remember, a happy athlete is a motivated athlete!

Wondering when to make the switch from "weekend warrior" to "elite athlete"?

Join our FREE parent chat on Tuesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm EST with Chris Crocker, former NFL player! Chris will share his insights and answer your burning questions. Spots are limited (only 20 left!), so register now! ➡️

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