Ready To Play_ Consider One of These Spring Sports for Kids in 2022
With the weather warming up, it's time to get back outside. The fields are ready for play, and kids have a lot of energy. Parents may want them to join a team or find an extracurricular activity to keep them busy and help them socialize this spring. It's the perfect time of year to explore the options. The following are six popular spring sports your kiddos may love!
Softball and Baseball
These sports get kids on the field and work on several essential skills. They are about team effort, strategy and physical development, so when you register them with a league, look for children to reap many benefits. The first is fun outside and simply getting to be around others.
You're likely, though, to get a bit more from this experience. Coaches work with kids on keeping their equipment together, talking about how to organize bats, softball gloves and helmets, so they don't lose them during or between games. In addition, they'll learn about critical positions, hand-eye coordination and speed.
Tennis
Some children aren't ready to be part of a larger team, but they want to enjoy the fresh air and move around. Tennis works well for youth that wants some independence and personal physical growth. Parents can sign up for group clinics or solo practice. In these sessions, the professionals review how to hold a racquet, various swings and stances.
Lacrosse
Kids who seek contact may love lacrosse. It's a high-intensity game that dates back to the 17th century and continues to pick up popularity throughout the United States. Once games start, there is little downtime and children or teens must keep on moving, burning off that excess energy.
Unique to this game, players have a stick and must catch and throw the ball, eventually getting it into a net. The practice offers many benefits, such as focusing on fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. In addition, the groups must collaborate to get down the field and think ahead.
Flag Football
Football season is off the television, but kids who love the sport might find interest in league flag football. Many organizations sponsor team competitions where kids play about an hour-long game each week. Teams have about ten kiddos each. They rotate positions and wear flags (no tackling is allowed). The defense pulls a flag to note someone is down. The play ends there. The teams can run plays and drills. They score touchdowns and learn to throw a pass.
Some establishments focus on fun and enjoyment; others may have more challenges. It's best to check with the company to see their mission.
Track
Think about starting track if you have a little one with tons of energy and endurance. Like tennis, this choice works well for youth who aren't entirely comfortable with larger collaborative teams. They still get to be with other children, but the work is all on them.
Many adults run for their exercise, so this selection may prove helpful in establishing long-term health goals. Coaches talk about form, speed and stamina, helping little ones learn to run correctly and safely.
Soccer
Soccer works well for both spring and fall as the temperatures are cool enough for field time and all of that running about. The leagues work with younger kids on ball control, team effort and confidence. Older kids may move into learning about key positions, sharing the ball with other team members and proper techniques.
During games, the players keep moving, working on their endurance and awareness. Like any of these sports, it's a good one for learning about the ups and downs in life. Sometimes you win. Sometimes you lose.
Get those kids moving, and make some memories. This spring, try something new and enjoy some time outside. Spring sports teach many valuable lessons, and they can be fun. Consider signing up for one of the above this season.
