American pop culture loves to promote the great achievements of successful young athletes. We celebrate the accomplishments of Little League World Series stars and teenage Olympic champions. We have watched youth sports prodigies such as Tiger Woods and Serena Williams grow from child superstars to top professionals, and think, “Great, my kid can do that, too!”

But can they? And what is the best path to pursue elite sport performance, while ensuring sport remains a positive experience for kids? Continue reading →