Youth sports participation continues to decline since peaking in the 1990s. Only 38 percent of kids age 6 to 12 played team sports in the most recent survey, compared with 45 percent a decade prior. But groups like Southside Little League in the City of Rochester are working to bring more kids in. They see value in structure and experience for children – particularly for kids who come from disadvantaged backgrounds. We discuss their efforts. Our guests:
- Roger Janezic, president of Southside Little League
- Bruce Conrow, president of Eastside Little League
- Paul Conrow, board member for Eastside Little League, and principal advocate for the Rochester Baseball Coalition
