Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Volume 7, Issue 2, Supplement , Pages S1-S10, 2009

Children and Adolescents in the Sport Culture: The Overwhelming Majority to the Select Few

  • Robert M. Malina

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding Author Robert M. Malina, 10735 FM 2668, Bay City, TX 77414, USA

Professor Emeritus, Department of Kinesiology and Health Education, University of Texas at Austin, Texas, USA

Research Professor, Department of Health and Physical Education, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas, USA

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PII: S1728-869X(09)60017-4

doi:10.1016/S1728-869X(09)60017-4

Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Volume 7, Issue 2, Supplement , Pages S1-S10, 2009