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Watch: A Look at NATA's Guidelines on Specialization

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Andy Berg
Oct 23, 2019

Did you know that it is Youth Sports Specialization Awareness Week? Check out the National Athletic Trainers' Association's recommendations for youth athletes and give your child a key advantage – their health. Kids who play a variety of sports tend to have fewer injuries, are more competitive, play sports longer and stay active longer in life. Health is a competitive advantage.

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