Participation in organized sports declines because children

A) choose to focus on academic performance.
B) are sometimes pushed too hard by parents and/or coaches.
C) choose to participate in less formal sports, such as riding bikes and playing catch.
D) There is no decline in participation in organized sports.

Organized Sports

Structured physical activities, typically led by adults or coaches, where children and adolescents learn skills, compete, and participate in a team or individual sports.

Academic Performance

The level of achievement or proficiency demonstrated by an individual in educational pursuits, often measured through grades, tests, or other forms of assessment.

Parents

Guardians or caretakers who are responsible for the upbringing, support, and guidance of their children.