Youth sports play a crucial role in developing future women leaders. A study by the Women’s Sports Foundation found that nearly 70% of women who played sports in their youth later held leadership roles outside of family life. The survey of nearly 3,000 women across generations revealed that sports equip girls with lasting leadership skills, with teamwork (73%), learning from mistakes (52.6%), and handling pressure (50.9%) being the top lessons learned. Encouraging athletic participation could be a strategic move for your child’s future.