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[quote=Anonymous]Start with basics.  For a kid who is 12/13 and “behind” in athletic ability I would do two things:

1.  Join a gym and get him some private lessons on using the equipment and proper form.  Work with a trainer.  Start now and go through winter for sure.  Maybe longer, but that will build strength and confidence.  Big things needed for any sport.

2.  Swim.  Find a local swim club/team or maybe just the Y.  Swimming is both a life skill, and great for getting in shape.  Again both a good for strength and confidence.

Now - as he gets in shape start looking at team options based on interest and his own abilities.  Look at the varsity sports offered in the high school he will attend.  Some may will be out of reach depending on the area.  Example; you are not going to make a high school varsity soccer team in this area starting at 13.  On the other hand - if he is big then basketball and football are still options.  Tall and skinny?  Look at cross-country.  Small and likely to stay that way?  Wrestling is a good option.

Keep options open.  But remember - middle school sports are NOT well organized and NOT played by many of the kids who will show up for high school tryouts.  They are, however, good for a test run at something.

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