Feb 15, 2012
12:03 PM
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By Lindsay Hock via Yahoo! Sports

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Yahoo: Helping your Daughter Pick Her First Sport

Parents cheer their daughters from the sideline at a high school soccer match.

We believe that every girl should have access to sports so that they may lead the healthiest, happiest lives possible. But what happens when it’s time for your daughter to choose her first sport? Many factors play into the decision and a new article from Yahoo! Sports breaks down mitigating factors like age and interest that are important to making the right choice.

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