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[quote=Anonymous]Size doesn’t “start to even out” (as much as it is ever going to) until boys are around 16. And still, there will be some who have a lot of growing to do, still.

Size at age 10 means very little. Size at age 13 means even less.

This will be going on for years and years, in other words- so get used to it. And for all of those years- yes, larger and stronger (and earlier to puberty) boys will have the upper hand in some sports.

Your son can only control what he can. He may not be able to do much to get bigger or stronger just yet, but he can work on things like speed, agility, attitude, skills. In a few years he can begin to work on things like diet, strength etc.

And don’t ever let him hear you talking about his size, making excuses (but those boys are older/bigger etc- no fair). It will be harmful to his attitude and work ethic.

And at age 10- the main purpose of sports should still be to have fun.

Signed, parent of late blooming sons who has dealt with this for years.

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