Team sport is a sport in which multiple players compete against one another, working as part of a team. These sports are defined by the fundamental nature of the game or sport, that necessitates the participation of multiple individuals working as a team, and that is inherently impossible or highly impractical to execute as a single-player endeavour. Team sports also foster a sense of community amongst teammates, coaches, and families. This type of support system can assist children in forming memories and lessons early on that will carry them throughout their lives.
Kids will learn to communicate effectively with their teammates, fostering a stronger bond. They will also develop listening skills as they work together to implement strategies on the field. This may be in the form of coaching drills, practice chats, or even a simple gesture like a finger point that indicates a player will catch a pop fly. Kids will also learn to problem solve on the fly, and work with various perspectives as they create solutions that make their team successful.
Being part of a team sport teaches kids the value of commitment and hard work, and teaches them to set and achieve goals. It also teaches them how to deal with losses, by putting those losses in perspective and learning from them to improve.