Some people believe that spending a few dollars to see a kid smile is worth it and youth athletes should get a participation trophy until they go to middle school to play more competitive sports. Before youth athletes go to middle school, sports are just about learning fundamentals, team participation, and having fun. Receiving a participation award at the end of a season can spark interest in a particular sport. When kids get exited about playing a sport it can lead to years of enjoyment. In conclusion, there are pros and cons of getting participation trophies, but as I see it, kids should not get them at all. They are a waste of scarce funds and they discourage youth athletes from developing a strong work ethic. Living in a world where millennials have received participation awards for little or no effort will continue to weaken this nation. We have to work harder to instill discipline and drive to be your best in all aspects of your life not just
Some people believe that spending a few dollars to see a kid smile is worth it and youth athletes should get a participation trophy until they go to middle school to play more competitive sports. Before youth athletes go to middle school, sports are just about learning fundamentals, team participation, and having fun. Receiving a participation award at the end of a season can spark interest in a particular sport. When kids get exited about playing a sport it can lead to years of enjoyment. In conclusion, there are pros and cons of getting participation trophies, but as I see it, kids should not get them at all. They are a waste of scarce funds and they discourage youth athletes from developing a strong work ethic. Living in a world where millennials have received participation awards for little or no effort will continue to weaken this nation. We have to work harder to instill discipline and drive to be your best in all aspects of your life not just