North Texas coaches focus on fun as youth sports injuries raise concerns

Name: North Texas coaches focus on fun as youth sports injuries raise concerns
Uploaded: 2025-09-18T19:47:00-0500
Duration: 2 min 28 s
Description: As youth sports injuries send millions of kids to emergency rooms each year, some Fort Worth coaches are shifting the culture toward fun and safety. At Marine Creek Fields, YMCA soccer coach James Russell says keeping the atmosphere lighthearted helps reduce pressure and keeps kids engaged. Experts say balancing physical activity with rest and proper training is key to preventing long-term harm.

As youth sports injuries send millions of kids to emergency rooms each year, some Fort Worth coaches are shifting the culture toward fun and safety. At Marine Creek Fields, YMCA soccer coach James Russell says keeping the atmosphere lighthearted helps reduce pressure and keeps kids engaged. Experts say balancing physical activity with rest and proper training is key to preventing long-term harm.