During the middle childhood years, children begin to participate in organized sports activities. For a child to enjoy and continue playing sports, the goals for the child's playing sports should include __________.

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The goals for a child's participation in organized athletics should include (1) maintaining physical fitness, (2) becoming comfortable with one's body, (3) learning physical skills, and 4) having fun! When children feel that success in sports is the sole goal, the pleasure of playing the game is diminished.

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