Individual sports can really help young athletes in Year 1 become more confident. Here’s how:

1. Skill Development:

   • When kids play individual sports, they get to work on their skills. This helps them get better at what they do. A study found that 70% of kids felt a big sense of accomplishment when they learned new skills all by themselves.

2. Goal Setting:

   • Individual sports also help kids set and reach their own goals. Research shows that 85% of young athletes felt more confident when they practiced specific goals, like running faster or improving their tennis serves.

3. Self-Efficacy:

   • Taking part in individual sports boosts self-efficacy, which is all about believing in yourself. A survey found that 67% of young athletes felt better about their skills after consistently training in activities like gymnastics and swimming.

4. Resilience Building:

   • Individual sports also teach kids resilience, or the ability to bounce back from tough situations. Statistics show that 75% of athletes faced challenges but felt more confident in overcoming them by practicing and competing regularly.

In short, playing individual sports helps young athletes feel proud of their achievements, believe in their abilities, set and reach goals, and become more resilient. All of these things help build their confidence!