My Friend’s 10-year-old daughter is fearless, explosive, and athletic. An outgoing kid, she likes being active and having fun.
Is my friend’s daughter more likely to be a tumbler or a footballer?
I learned about the dilemma at the school gate yesterday. Does my friend’s daughter increase her tumbling sessions from 3 to 4 a week and give up football? Or continue to kick a ball around and stick with 3 tumbling sessions a week?
The problem with active, curious, and healthy kids is that coaches see potential. My friend’s daughter looks a lot like a successful tumbler. Rule of thumb over relevant facts.
But, that is not helpful. The question. Is it worth it? Is.
Here are some relevant facts:
There are more footballers (team) than tumblers (individual).
Only 15% of gymnasts remain active by the age of 16.
The number of kids taking part in gymnastics is declining. The talent pool is shrinking.
When we ask age group sports coaches to predict the future they get it wrong.
So instead. It is time to reframe the question. And give age group (9 to 13-year-old) coaches a question they can all answer correctly.
Am I increasing or decreasing my chances of creating an active, healthy, and curious kid if I………..