Participation trophy

A participation trophy is a trophy given to children who participate in a sporting event but do not finish in first, second or third place, and so would not normally be eligible for a trophy. It is frequently associated with millennials.[1][2] Their use has caused controversy: critics argue that they promote narcissism and entitlement among children to whom they are given, and are based on incorrect assumptions regarding supposed psychological benefits of self-esteem. Defenders of participation trophies argue that they teach children that trying their best is good enough, even if they do not win.[3][4] Critics of participation trophies also note that some children also do not value them as much as they do normal trophies that are given to winners.[5]

Others believe participation trophies can encourage children to work hard. The Awards and Recognition Association has developed a tip sheet for coaches[6] that includes ideas on developing a meaningful sports recognition program.

References
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  2. "The Participation Trophy Generation is a Lie and I Can Prove it". Inc.com. 2017-01-16. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  3. Wallace, Kelly (2015-08-17). "Debate: Does sports participation deserve a trophy?". CNN. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  4. "The NPR Ed Mailbag: The Participation Trophy". NPR. 2014-08-14. Retrieved 2018-02-20.
  5. Johnson, Heather Beth (2010-03-23). Children and Youth Speak for Themselves. Emerald Group Publishing. p. 326. ISBN 9781849507356.
  6. "Establishing Your Sports Recognition Program". awardspersonalization.org. Retrieved 2018-06-01.
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