By Niovie Constantinou, APC Sports Consulting, Nicosia, Cyprus
The important role of parents helping young athletes excel both academically and in the sports’ field cannot be overstated.
A sporting parent can offer emotional support, practical time management tips and encouragement for their child to realize their potential in a healthy manner. It may sometimes be difficult for a young athlete to combine their education with sport, and, at times, it may feel like the two areas are competing priorities. However, with the right attitude, they can enhance each other; helping your child learn to balance school and sport is a lesson that will serve them well throughout adulthood.
Here are a few ways to help your child strike a balance between sport and academics:
Balancing education, social development and sport may be challenging for a child.
However, with the right approach, it is a great way to teach children all about:
- time management;
- discipline;
- hard work; and
- skills that will equip them for a successful future.
Of course, do not lose sight of the fact that, at the end of the day, your child should enjoy the process and gain lifelong experiences that they will cherish and benefit from for years to come!
For more information on sport parenting, log onto: ‘www.apc-sport.com’
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