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What if the true result wasn't on the scoreboard?

Diário de Leiria13 September 2026 at 09:00

This is an opinion article that questions the excessive emphasis often placed on sports results, suggesting that the true value of sport may lie outside the scoreboard.

The piece addresses the importance of believing that sport can contribute to healthier lifestyles.

The author argues that for sport to fulfill this objective, it is necessary to ensure that it is accessible and inclusive for everyone.

The article also emphasizes that sport should remain a space where children enjoy being, suggesting that positive experience and well-being should prevail over competition and results.

Why this matters

This piece is of interest to parents, educators, and sports club managers in the region who deal with competitive pressure in youth sport. It reflects a growing debate about the negative effects of hyper-competitiveness in childhood and offers a perspective on how to reform the approach to youth sport to prioritize personal development and children's mental health.

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