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Creating optimally safe and enjoyable youth sporting experiences within the United Kingdom

Maita Furusa, Camilla Knight Orcid Logo, Tom Love Orcid Logo

Psychology of Sport and Exercise, Volume: 73, Start page: 102652

Swansea University Authors: Maita Furusa, Camilla Knight Orcid Logo, Tom Love Orcid Logo

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DOI (Published version): 10.1016/j.psychsport.2024.102652

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Considering recent research and reports, much attention has been given to understanding and addressing issues of abuse in sport. Similarly, attention has been given to enhancing children’s psychosocial experiences within sport. However, to-date, consideration of these two elements together, that is...

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ISSN: 1469-0292
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