The early tipoffs have a lot to do with encouraging young fans to check out the sport.

The Backyard Sports kids dominated the sports world in the '90s and '00s, but where do they stand against their playground peers?

Statistics show participation in youth sports is on the decline — so ESPN wants to bring back the fun and joy of being a young athlete on a team.

Parents spend $3,000 annually on youth sports, with many believing their children can play collegiately (83%) and professionally (75%), survey finds.

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The Nets and the 19-year-old Powell stressed he’s being held out as a precaution, and the rookie added he’d be playing if these were regular-season games. “Absolutely.

LeBron James said he never allowed his family to attend his games while playing in 10 NBA Finals unless it was for this specific reason.

Letting trans kids play sports also improves their physical health. Trans kids have worse physical health than their peers—including higher rates of obesity and of risk factors for ...

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Illinois freshman forward Will Riley signals a made three-pointer just before halftime of Friday night’s Big Ten showdown ...

Youth sports investment is rising, with venture capital and private equity coming into the space. But, concerns about professionalization and costs persist.

Jay Caspian Kang talks to Jermaine O’Neal, Luka Dončić, Steve Nash, and others around the N.B.A. about how the professionalization of youth sports is changing the landscape of pro basketball.