Parent decision-making regarding youth sport participation during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eric G PostMatthew J RiveraDarleesa DossLindsey E EbermanPublished in: Journal of community health (2022)
Understanding the factors influencing changes in youth sport participation during the pandemic can allow systems to implement strategies for safe participation in youth sport and physical activity among children. Encouraging participation in outdoor sports with appropriate safety precautions such as masking, social distancing, and hygiene may reduce fear of participation among parents.