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While we all know that team sports are a great way to have fun, make friends, and stay in shape, new research shows that being involved in athletics can have far reaching benefits for women. A report from CNN details the ways that playing sports can help women succeed in their professional lives. Read on as we sift through the data to see what it is about team sports that is giving so many women the edge.

Here at Rocky Top Sports World, we offer some of the best athletic facilities in the Southeast to players and teams from around the country. In addition to our top notch courts and fields, we also strive to maintain a positive atmosphere that keeps athletes coming back again and again. If we had to sum up the culture and standards we aim to foster at our sports complex in Gatlinburg in one word, it would be “sportsmanship”. In this article, we will examine what sportsmanship means to us and what we expect from athletes, coaches, and parents who visit Rocky Top Sports World.       

Becoming more active is something that most people strive for as they begin a new year, and it is an especially important goal for kids. One of the best ways to get your child moving is by having them join a sports team. Along with having fun with friends, there are many great benefits for playing a team sport. Here are just some of the advantages of joining a Smoky Mountain sports team:

To mark the beginning of the new year, Sports Illustrated’s “This is Your Brain on Sports” podcast proposed a number of resolutions for everyone involved in the world of youth sports. In this episode, Sam Sommers, the show’s host, spoke with Megan Bartlett, the chief program officer at Up2Us Sports, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making sure young athletes across the country have access to great coaching. Sam and Megan gave a lot of great advice, so we thought we would share their insight in this blog.

Everyone knows that playing sports can be an important part of growing up, but new research shows just how beneficial youth athletics can be. The True Sport Report, sponsored by the USADA, found that playing youth sports fosters tremendous physical, emotional, psychological, and social benefits. Read on for a closer look at all of the advantages kids enjoy when they play sports:

The new year is quickly approaching and that means it is time to consider what your New Year’s Resolution is going to be. No matter what you set your mind to, you can achieve and conquer your goals for the upcoming year. One of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions is spending more time being active. There are many great ways that you can stay active throughout the year, and you will be so happy with the results of doing so, no matter where you go to exercise. Our Rocky Top Sports World leagues offer a unique way to achieve your goal of being more active. Here are a few reasons to make joining one of our Rocky Top Sports World leagues your New Year’s Resolution:

Birthdays, no matter what age you are, are a ton of fun to celebrate. With family and friends surrounding you, celebrating another year of your life, and of course, cake, there are so many great things to enjoy on your birthday. There are many great activities to do on a birthday in Gatlinburg for all ages. However, if you are an active person and enjoy being involved in sporting activities, than a party at our Gatlinburg sports complex may be exactly what you are looking for. There are many advantages of booking our Gatlinburg sports complex for your next birthday party. Here are just a few of the top perks:

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