Athletics

Kalles Athletes Shine: 

Participation in team sports results in a higher GPA for both high school boy and girl athletes. Physically active children are 15% more likely to attend college. Student athletes earn up to 40% higher test scores.  Youth sports offer numerous mental and emotional health benefits, according to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition.

Children who participate in youth sports experience:

• Lower rates of anxiety and depression
• Reduced stress levels
• Higher self-esteem and confidence
• Decreased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors
• Improved cognitive performance
• Enhanced creativity
• Greater enjoyment of physical activity
• Improved psychological and emotional well-being for individuals with disabilities
• Increased life satisfaction