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NCYS Welcomes New Officers to Lead Youth Sports into the Future

Suwanee, GA, January 22, 2025 – The National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) proudly announces its new officers. Their leadership will enhance the organization’s mission …

Early Sports Specialization Risks: Balancing Safety & Performance

By Alexandria Chrumka, MD, and Joseph Guettler, MD Early sports specialization risks threaten young athletes’ health as single-sport training surges. Sports medicine MDs reveal strategies …

The Hidden Costs of Youth Sports: Financial Strain and Emotional Toll

By Alexandria Chrumka, MD, and Joseph Guettler, MD Early sports specialization (ESS) significantly strains the athlete and the entire family. Dr. Mark Hyman’s book, The …

The Hidden Costs of Youth Sports: Financial Strain and Emotional Toll

By Alexandria Chrumka, MD, and Joseph Guettler, MD Early sports specialization (ESS) significantly strains the athlete and the entire family. Dr. Mark Hyman’s book, The …

Is Early Sports Specialization Sabotaging Your Child’s Future?

By Alexandria Chrumka, MD, and Joseph Guettler, MD Early sports specialization (ESS) may seem like an attractive pathway to success in competitive sports, but it …