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BAM’s contract woes with their top women’s doubles pair highlights Malaysia’s ‘superclub’ dilemma

The Malaysian sports juggernaut is currently stuck in a cycle of disappointment. Can ignoring its club system be the reason?
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For parents: The youth sport talent illusion is real
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The USA Swimming motivational times
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What's next for USA Swimming and sport in the United States overall?
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Sport dropout: Why do young athletes leave sport programs?
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Revisiting physical literacy: The Holy Grail of health, wellness, and sport development
For the first time in history, this generation is expected to die five years younger than their parents
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Are we destroying our sports? The dark reality behind performance-enhancing drugs and the Enhanced Games
Welcome to the Dark Side!
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Why young athletes quit and how to keep them engaged
Can retention be easier than we thought? Prioritizing skill development in a fun and engaging environment will foster young athletes’ interest and a…
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The power of expectation
“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” Steve Prefontaine
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What is a woman? Courts and sports figure it out
Common sense is gradually returning to the public sphere
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The fear of missing out is hurting youth sport
No one gets a day off, ever
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Age is just a number, right? Well, not in youth sport!
Differences in age and maturity at the youngest youth sport levels have significant consequences. Here’s an overview.
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Is a late birthdate a disadvantage in youth sports? New research says maybe not.
A recent study involving European footballers revealed that youngsters with less favorable birthdates can eventually excel, if they stick with it.
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Malaysia and the United States: Two countries with struggling sport models
Just as other social institutions are complex systems that rely on various components and contexts to function effectively, sports are no exception
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Youth sport programs are integral parts of national sport development. The Sportkid Newsletter dissects issues in youth sports to help keep as many youngsters engaged long enough to make a difference.
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