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How much is too much when it comes to youth sport?

How much is too much when it comes to youth sport?

Creating a positive parent culture

Creating a positive parent culture

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Running good trials and selections

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Balanced Female Health

Balanced development: Kane Williamson and Sophie Devine share their stories

Sophie Devine and Kane Williamson share their experiences on growing up playing multiple sports and how it’s shaped them into the people and athletes that they are today.

Sophie Devine and Kane Williamson are both celebrated as superstars of New Zealand cricket, currently captaining their respective national teams, the White Ferns and the Black Caps.

How did they get to where they are now?

In the video below, Kane and Sophie discuss their youth sport experiences and what factors contributed to the successes they have had to date.

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