Richard Hogan: Coaches — the heroes in society who guide our children

The young generation need play — and we must salute the people who provide it for them

The Cairn Community Games is celebrating its 59th year connecting children through play in this country

Play. It’s a simple four-letter word. But one we should never stop promoting among our children.

Everything in a child’s brain is designed to play and connect with friends. It is how they learn about themselves and how they build resilience. Play teaches them how to interact socially, what’s acceptable and what is not, how to compromise, how to win and lose, how to have banter, and how to be competitive.