Children & young people should be encouraged to

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• Do their best, put in their best effort

• Improve and develop their skills

• Make friends

• Play by the rules

• Appreciate/accept everyone in the group, regardless of ability, race, religion, gender, etc

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Parents/guardians play an important role in promoting children’s happiness and success in life. Parental expectations and behaviour have a significant bearing on children's attitude and behaviour while participating in activities.

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Parents/guardians need to be aware of why children want to be apart of activities. Children want to learn new skills, make new friends, be part of a group, to win and be successful, experience challenges and excitement.

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Whilst winning in sports activities is important, it must be remembered that winning at all costs does not meet the needs of participant. The improvement of participant and their level of enjoyment is.