Written by a former Olympic consultant, this authoritative book examines youth sports in America today, from the organizations and companies that dominate organized youth sports to high-profile controversies ranging from burnout and out-of-control parents to the health risks of youth football.
• Examines negative influences of youth sports on families, from financial sacrifice to parental misbehavior
• Discusses the benefits of playing on an organized team
• Provides a historical overview of youth sports in the United States
• Contains a list of resources for further study
• Includes contact information on important sports-related organizations
