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Published on: July 27, 2022
Sports and Child Development
Christina Felfe1,2, Michael Lechner1,2,3,4,5,6, Andreas Steinmayr5,7
1Swiss Institute for Empirical Economic Research, University of St. Gallen, St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Abstract:
The role of curricular activities for the formation of education, health and behavioural outcomes has been widely studied. Yet, the role of extra-curricular activities has received little attention. This study analyzes the effect of participation in sports clubs-one of the most popular extra-curricular activities among children. We use alternative datasets and flexible semi-parametric estimation methods with a specific way to use the panel dimension of the data to address selection into sports. We find positive and robust effects on children's school performance and peer relations. Crowding out of passive leisure activities can partially explain the effects.
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