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'Playing to win is the wrong philosophy': Is the GAA too competitive for younger kids?

Should young people be encouraged to play for fun or play to win? Can you do both? Share your opinions below
'Playing to win is the wrong philosophy': Is the GAA too competitive for younger kids?

Is a ‘play to win’ attitude, damaging our national sports and, in turn, our children?

“The GAA is fantastic. Hard-working volunteers do everything to make it fun and inclusive,” says one effusive mother of four.

“My cousin is a mentor with his local GAA team, and they are known for playing only the star players in matches,” offers a parent of two.

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