Organized sports are typically part of promoting mental, physical and social health for kids, but the pandemic is requiring parents and sports organizations to weigh the risks and benefits of play. The recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Ottawa and other hotspots across the province is raising questions about the risks of any activity that involves gathering. But, some experts say, with precautions in place, team sports might be a relatively safe way to get exercise and improve psychological health. - Raywat Deonandan, University of Ottawa associate professor"I'd be confident sending my child to an outdoor sport, that does not involve physical contact," Deonandan said. (Tahmina Aziz/CBC)The Ottawa Sport Council said many leagues and associations are offering shorter registration periods, instead of the typical September to March period, to allow for more flexibility.

Source: CBC News October 08, 2020 07:52 UTC