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Should youth leagues stop keeping official scores for younger children?

Removing standings may emphasize learning and participation. Keeping score can make games meaningful and teach resilience, teamwork and sportsmanship.

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THE QUICK BREAKDOWN

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Removing standings may emphasize learning and participation. Keeping score can make games meaningful and teach resilience, teamwork and sportsmanship.

A

The case for “Focus on development

Supporters prioritize the benefits represented by this choice and believe its advantages outweigh the risks or limitations.

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The case for “Competition teaches lessons

Supporters of this position place greater weight on the alternative risks, trade-offs and possible unintended consequences.

Keep in mind

A strong answer depends on evidence, circumstances and which trade-off matters most—not simply which side is more popular.

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