Hear from renowned Professor and director of impact at Greenhouse Sports, Camilla Knight, as she explains why parents and carers matter so much in a child's experience of sport and physical activity.
She gives advice, hints and tips on what parents can do to offer their child support - all based on over 20 years of study and research into parental involvement in youth sport.
This video was recorded as part of Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport 2025.
Further information
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