Is it simply traditional team bonding or is it hazing?  What some see as normal team bonding activities that have been a long tradition in sports, others would define as unacceptable hazing that has a negative effect on an athlete’s psyche and enjoyment of the game. 

Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Play Positive® initiative asks you, which of these activities have you witnessed in youth sports?

To learn more about bullying and hazing in youth sports read Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Play Positive®, “Bullying and Hazing In Youth Sports”.

Looking for positive ways to build team unity and camaraderie among teammates?  See “Alternative Approaches To Team Building” from Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Play Positive® initiative.

At Liberty Mutual Insurance we believe that integrity matters. That’s why we created Play Positve®, powered by Positive Coaching Alliance, an initiative that promotes good sportsmanship to help ensure our kids have the fun and positive youth sports experience they deserve. We are committed to providing tools and resources for parents and coaches so we can come together to provide valuable life lessons that support winning on and off the ice.

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