Sportsmanship is not just about winning or losing. It’s also about character, respect, and treating others well. It’s an important skill to develop. But mastering it can be challenging for some kids with learning and thinking differences.

In this episode of Opportunity Gap, we dive into the heart of sportsmanship. Listen as our guest, Dr. Andy Kahn explains the importance of sportsmanship in youth sports. Learn ways to teach kids these essential values. And find out how instilling a strong sense of sportsmanship can transform not just the game, but kids’ lives both on and off the field.

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Timestamps

(1:02) What is sportsmanship?

(7:51) Challenges kids with learning and thinking differences face when practicing sportsmanship

(12:20) Ways to teach kids sportsmanship

To get a transcript and check out more episodes, visit the Opportunity Gap episode page at Understood.

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