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"Team sports encourage healthy decisions such as not smoking or drinking and offer hidden health benefits such as a lower chance of getting osteoporosis or breast cancer later in life."

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"A New Zealand study conducted in 2006 suggested participating in physical exercise before and during the onset of puberty helps reach peak bone mass, enabling them to develop stronger muscles and bones that will be the foundation for future growth."

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"Team sports reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and certain types of cancer."

 

 

"Team sports improves strength, flexibility, and coordination, boosts energy levels, and makes the heart and lungs work more effectively."

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"Athletic training helps strengthen bodies, develops coordination, and promotes physical fitness. Through sports, youths learn physical fitness in a fun way that encourages healthy living."