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Today, we present a sampling of inspiring moments from youth sports that will melt your heart.

In case you hadn’t noticed, youth sports are full of greed, jealousy, emotional stress, financial stress, self-doubt, and a million other pitfalls. There is plenty of joy too but it often gets buried amid the choas.

Substack features an array of writers on a variety of topics- you can check out my recommedations. One of those recs which I consider a mandatory read whenever it hits my inbox is written by none other than Hall-of-Famer

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

. It’s always a fascinating read that delves into Kareem’s thought-proving views on a variety of current events. One of Kareem’s recent newsletters contained a video that crossed over into our world. As Kareem aptly stated:

I often worry that coaches and parents are adding so much pressure that kids forget to enjoy playing sports. This video gives me hope.

Happy ref. Happy kid. Happy vibes all around. We need more of this in the worst way. Of course there are plenty of heart-warming moments to go around. Today, we share an array of recent inspiring moments in youth sports that are guaranteed to make you smile.

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The Best Kind of TD Celebration

Nothing beats a kid with impeccable sportsmanship.

High School Basketball Players Cheer Up Young Baseball Players

A mom in the suburbs of Chicago captured a video of some basketball players from Wheaton North coming over to cheer up her son’s 8U baseball team that was distraught after a loss. As the mom said, those parents are "raising such kind, young men."

Every Team Needs a Kid Who Motivates Like This

Not sure if this football team has captains; if so, this kid has my vote.

@maxprepsReally impressive to see a kid with this much maturity 💪🏈 (Via miaelite_9udreamchasers/ig) #football #motivation #teammates #positivity #goodvibes #highschoolsports #youthsports #leadership #leader #footballlife #growing #friends #viral

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Every Kid Needs an Adult Who Motivates Like This

This hype woman is everything. Her encouragement will stick around long after this skateboarder sticks his flip.

@arkbykomiShe was so encouraging 🥹 (🎥 - Asen Gyenyame) #fyp #fypage #cute #heartwarming #skateboard #sport #fun #kind

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Another Exceptionally Motivating Kid

“The shortest player here” has the most incredible leadership skills.

@ballersYoung Rugby player gives his teammate one of the best motivational speeches you will ever hear 👏❤️ (Via Sedbergh School) #ballers #sports #rugby #motivation

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2-Year-Old Gets a Red Card

Gotta love a soccer ref with a great sense of humor.

Always Love Your Goalie

This video made the rounds for obvious reasons.

@whistleThe hug at the end 🥲 #youthsports #youthsoccer #sportsmanship (ballgetterz/IG)

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OK, Here Come The Waterworks

I hope this posted has brightened up your day as much as it brightened mine putting it together. Please share any moments from your youth sports worlds that will keep the positive vibes flowing. ❤️