Not only that, statistics show that it keeps already busy teenagers out of trouble. There are only a certain number of hours in the day, and if some of those hours are spent playing sports, the chances of “causing trouble” decrease significantly. There is no denying that some athletes (professional and non-professional) are involved in drugs, violence and poor decisions, however this is not the case for the majority of the athletic population. Additionally, most people who have exercised can tell you that they feel good and energetic after a good workout. It makes them want to continue training and for sport, obviously, you need to train. Teens who feel good about themselves and who exercise or play sports regularly are more likely to want to feel that way and to continue doing what makes them feel energized and happy. Being around teammates or other athletes also helps athletes stay out of trouble. If everyone around them plays/trains and doesn't make bad decisions, then it's very likely that others will follow the same protocol. Although there are two sides to every story, I firmly believe and can statistically prove that sports benefits teenagers, keeps them focused and away