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For high school athletes, running can be just as beneficial to mood and focus as it is for physical health
By Laalah Zafar February 15, 2026 Youthcast Media Group ® I am constantly overwhelmed with balancing my job, school, and personal life, but when it's finally time for my sneakers to hit the track, all of my worries disappear. Annandale High School student journalist Laalah Zafar started running on a whim, but now says it has helped her stay focused and deal with everyday stress (Courtesy of Zafar). I decided to join the Falls Church High School track team for fun with my fri
Feb 155 min read
Competitive youth sports culture leads to burnout and quitting for many in U.S.
By Rossy Soto, Grace Wang and Amaya Manzano June 10, 2025 Youthcast Media Group® Ever since she started taking lessons at four years old,...
Jun 10, 20256 min read
Student athletes find artificial turf a painful adjustment
Jason Perloff and Leo Marzigliano June 3, 2025 Youthcast Media Group® Many of the student-athletes who play on the new artificial turf...
Jun 3, 20252 min read
Texas youth face barriers to sports participation
By Bethel Kifle, Cindy Tiny, Angel Trevi ño and Lauren Wong May 28, 2025 Youthcast Media Group® This story was posted on The Barbed...
May 28, 20256 min read
Team bonding drives success on the field and connection between players
By Noah Lenn, William Holt and Michael Pewett May 28, 2025 Youthcast Media Group® “Airball!” Esaw Ghiorghis, captain of the varsity...
May 28, 20253 min read
Hitting 100 - now 106! - student stories published in media outlets is a big cause for celebration
April 21, 2025 By Brie Zeltner Youthcas t Media Group ® Like many journalists, I’m not a big fan of numbers– I’m a word person. But some...
Apr 17, 20252 min read
School should come first, but sports are important too
October 10, 2024 By Jason Perloff and Leo Marzigliano Youthcast Media Group® Student-athletes in their graduating gowns on the basketball...
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Future of Football and Concussion
By Louis Steptoe December 8, 2017 Youthcast Media Group ® Football collision Football is one of the most beloved Sports in the United...
Dec 8, 20174 min read
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