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Should Kids Play Contact Sports?

Lillian Stone
March 23, 2026
1 min read
Originally from TimeForKids.com
Should Kids Play Contact Sports?

According to the latest data from the National Survey of Children’s Health, about 55% of U.S. kids play organized sports. These include low-contact sports, such as tennis and swimming, which don’t require physical contact between players. They also include high-contact sports, such as football and lacrosse. Some believe kids should avoid high-contact sports. Others say the benefits outweigh the risks. We asked TFK readers for their thoughts. Where do you stand?

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