03/08/2026
The key to young athletes success is showing up and parental support.
Academic & Life Impact: Continued participation in sports (showing up) is linked to higher grades, reduced school dropout rates, lower absenteeism, and higher self-esteem.
Lifelong Benefits: 89% of parents believe coaches impact a child's ability to work with others and be resilient. 67% of parents say they wouldn't be where they are today without the life skills learned from youth sports.
Skill Development: Athletes who stick with it develop greater self-discipline, goal-setting abilities, and improved mental health.
Health Outcomes: Regular participation helps prevent chronic diseases later in life.
•Parental support significantly boosts youth athletic success, with studies showing children of involved parents represent nearly 60% of award recipients and 47.8% of top finishers in competitions. Active parental involvement correlates with higher engagement, better skill development, and increased confidence, with 89% of parents believing sports build essential life skills like teamwork and respect.
Shout out to all of the parents and athletes that showed up to our preseason clinics today! We are so excited about this next generation of Oxford Hills LAXers! 💚💛🥍
