Sports foster a sense of community

Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Sports encourage people to excel physically and develop fitness. Athletes tend to develop confidence and learn to work as part of a team. They make friendships that can last for years or even a lifetime. Everyone acknowledges that there are inherent benefits, for the players, to becoming involved in sports. Beyond the positive contributions made to the athletes themselves, though, are the benefits to the community. Sports foster a sense of community by crea