The Dangers of Gamifying Athletic TrainingPrioritizing Numbers Over Substance in Youth Sports

In the world of youth sports, there has been a concerning trend towards the "gamification" of training, where the focus has shifted from developing well-rounded athletes to chasing arbitrary numbers and statistics. This shift, as discussed by coaches Eric Johnson and Aaron Thigpen, is having a detrimental effect on the competitive spirit and long-term development of young athletes.

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