When I went to school in the 60s and 70s, the value of sports for the child was only seen through the lens of parents and educators. Students were considered either good academically or sporty. Not both. Today, research has shown the value of competitive sports also includes the social and mental health wellbeing of the child. Research shows that attainment of high levels of success academically and in sports is not mutually exclusive. With the right support both can be achie
