School-sponsored sports have helped many less fortunate kids succeed in life. School sports have even allowed many athletes to get an education and make it to college by playing sports. In an article by Marv Dumon “Using sports to motivate inner-city youth” in The Examiner. They explain the importance of a type of sport offered to help inner-city youth and keep them out of trouble and on the right path. In the article Dumon writes: “With high unemployment and a bad economy, it is important that today's youth are given as many opportunities as possible. Not only will it keep them off the streets and prison, but it will also motivate them to do something with their lives instead of feeling stuck with nowhere to go. One of the most popular types of motivation in the city is sports. It attracts both men and women and is used to focus their anger and competitive streak and channel them to achieve goals and build self-confidence. Sport in schools has offered many opportunities