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What do kids actually need from sport — and are we getting it wrong?

In this episode of Coach’s Lab, I sit down with Colman Noctor, child and adolescent psychotherapist, to explore the role sport plays in the psychological, social and emotional development of young people.

We move beyond drills, fitness and results to look at the real impact coaching has on children, and how small changes in approach can shape their long-term experience in sport.

We discuss:

• What children need from sport at different ages
• The balance between fun, development and competition
• Why more kids are dropping out of sport
• The influence of parents, coaches and environment
• Coaching your own child and managing expectations
• What to say (and not say) after games

A thought-provoking episode for coaches, parents, teachers and anyone involved in youth sport, focused on creating environments where kids can enjoy, develop and stay involved for life.