The Sporty Lifestyle: Building a foundation of athleticism at 10U  
 
It's the offseason, and chances are your 10U player hasn't been on the ice much (if at all). That's good! But you also might be wondering: Are there off-ice ways to build on everything learned on the ice – particularly since this age is right in the wheelhouse of the Golden Age of Skill Development? The answer is a resounding, "Yes."
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  Q: My 10-year-old has been following your advice and playing other sports during the summer. Should I be worried that the child will be behind as we move into a new hockey season?

A: Kids that have been playing hockey year-round will be somewhat in the groove right away. If your child has taken a break, then it will take a few weeks to shake the rust. This is normal. What we find is that the child is especially excited to be back to hockey and usually catches up quickly.
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Great Program
There are many youth sports participation choices and children should sample a variety of them to help develop their overall athleticism, but what constitutes a great youth sports program?
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