Weekend Warriors: Travel teams change the face of youth sports
Volume
28
/ Issue 45
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Michael James
Many young people have benefited athletically and socially from the recent rise of elite travel teams in sports such as baseball, soccer and softball. But some local experts and parents are concerned the huge commitments of time and money these teams require will ultimately prove harmful to athletes and community sports programs.
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