Good parenting is praised, but good parenting is not always the best. When we are good at parenting, we tend to settle into the status quo, and in doing so, we miss out on what is best.
I’ve read many articles, and have written quite a few myself, that speak to parents about the value of youth sports for children. But I’m convinced that there’s just as much value in the experience for moms and dads as there is for kids.
Parents of youth football players already know that not every player is created the same. Some children are born to play skill positions like quarterback, running back and wide receiver.
Dr. Thayne Munce of Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is a member of the USA Football Medical Advisory Panel. Dr. Munce has served Sanford Health for more than a decade and is part of the Leadership Board of the National Youth Sports Health and Safety Institute.