Sideline Swap Background Image

New to Sports

Finding the right sport for your kid is one thing, now it's time to get up to speed on the rules, terms, techniques, and equipment.

Shop deals up to 70% off on the SportsEngine Gear Marketplace, or list in seconds.

Read SidelineSwap stories
Kids playing soccer

A Jack-Of-All-Trades is a Master of None, but Oftentimes Better Than a Master of One 

October 18, 2022

Discover the benefits kids can have with early sports specialization. 

Recommended reading

View all new to sports articles 
Beginner Guides

Learning a New Sport?

View our guides for beginners and learn the basics of some of the world's most popular sports.

Terms to Know

Interested in learning more about a particular Olympic sport before you watch the Games in Tokyo? Build your basic knowledge with some terms to know.

View more 

More new to sports articles

Sport Guide: Volleyball Explained Screenshot

Sport Guide: Examining Volleyball 

June 10, 2021

Teams consist of six athletes playing the best of five sets. A player called the 'Libero' may substitute into the back court for any player. 
Hands of BADMINTON player holding racket serving white new shuttlecock with blur Badminton court background, popular indoor sport concept

Badminton Basics 

May 20, 2017

Learn the basics of the sport of badminton 

Sport Guide: Boxing Explained Screenshot

Sport Guide: Boxing Explained 

June 10, 2021

Olympic boxing has been the pathway to success for many famous male boxers over the years. A women's competition was added in 2012. 
New to sports baseball hero

Ways to Play Baseball 

February 09, 2021
shutterstock_322982123

Gymnastics for All 

September 05, 2017
New to Sports Soccer guide hero image (4x1)

Learn More About Soccer 

July 13, 2021

Learn more about soccer 

New to Sports/Terms to Know: Handball hero image

Handball: Terms to Know 

March 26, 2021

Learn the language of handball 

swimming explained screenshot

Sport Guide: Swimming Explained 

June 10, 2021

Fractions of seconds can determine a winner in this Olympic favourite, with individual and relay races covering all four strokes. 
shutterstock_273340103

Track and Field for Beginners 

May 08, 2018
Premier League 101 videos
Premier League Logo

Making an Impact: Youth Soccer  

September 08, 2022

Hear from legendary soccer players Robbie Mustoe and Tim Howard on how youth soccer impacted their lives for the better. 
Sport Guide: Race Walk & Marathon Explained Screenshot

Sport Guide: Race Walk & Marathon Examined 

June 10, 2021

The marathon made its debut at the first Olympics and has been the ultimate running endurance event ever since. 
shutterstock_119876203

Getting Used to Your First Football Helmet 

August 16, 2017
Flag Football Kids

Flag Football: A Sport on the Rise 

October 04, 2016
New to Sport/Terms to Know: Golf hero image

Golf: Terms to Know 

July 06, 2021

A brief overview of golf terms 

Small biker dressed in a protective suit and helmet.

Operation Full Send: The World of Supercross 

March 23, 2022

We're breaking down how riders step into the world of supercross, prevent injury, and train for success.  

3 Reasons Why Your Softball Grip Matters 

July 20, 2017
View all new to sports articles 

Programs near you

, Change Location
View more