Modified sport makes it possible to equalize opportunities for all in a variety of situations. If children enjoy the game, they will continue unless they are made to feel like a failure. Sensible coaches and teachers aim to match expectations with individual capabilities. Children are not as physically or as emotionally mature as adults and in most cases it is inappropriate to expect them to play sports with adult equipment and adult rules. Playing sports with appropriately modified equipment and rules enables children to be involved without risk of injury or humiliation.
Modified sports enable children to more quickly develop the skills required to play adult sports.
Modified sport does not do away with competition. Rather it promotes activities designed to meet the competitive capabilities of the maturing child. Modified sport emphasizes fun and enjoyment for children in competitive situations. Research has found that modification of sport provides significant advantages to the majority of children involved. Children are not as physically or emotionally mature as adults.