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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why not practice with him yourself? That's probably what a dad would do. He's 5, you can take him![/quote] I think this is good advice. Even if the boy never ends up playing team sports, it is really important to develop basic skills and body awareness. Also, depending on where you live, you may find "sports skills" classes and camps through parks and rec. I hate to say it, but this is something I see in single mom families more often than not. Our neighbors are like this. Kid is getting a bit chunky even at age 7. Mom says "I've never thought of DS as athletic" but does squat with him in terms of getting him outside, kicking a ball around, etc. It is true that not everyone is born with equal athletic gifts, but you are shortchanging your kid if you don't make an honest effort. I don't think you necessarily need a man in the picture, I personally know a couple who never get off their couches. But someone needs to play with your kid. [/quote]
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