Aicinena's heartfelt and sincere study looks at youth sport participation from theoretical, conceptual, and personal (including his own children's) persepctives....Indeed, as a parent, this reviewer found herself reflecting on her experiences with her own child. Aicinena does not sugarcoat the world of youth sport but rather provides both the positive and negatice sides of the subject. This objectivity makes the volume a sound classroom resource as well as a fine addition to a circulating collection. It will greatly add to anyone's understanding of the world of youth sport. Summing Up: ESSENTIAL. Collections supporting the sociology of sport on all levels.

K.H. Weiller, University of North Texas, Choice Reviews

'Through the Eyes' has helped me to better understand youth sport. I have taken each experience recounted within the book and related it to a similar experience that I had. In this way, I feel I have a better understanding of why certain things happened the way they did while I was playing sports.

K. Helmke, Youth Sport Coach, San Antonio, Texas

The issues brought to light in 'Through the Eyes' reveal the nature of American sport and the problems associated with it. Many people are narrow-minded and only able to see the impact that sport has on their own children and themselves. This book willenlighten readers as to what others experience.

C. Kelly, High School Lacrosse Coach, Crofton, Maryland

Maybe by seeing what happened to the individuals in 'Through the Eyes,' those involved in youth sport will see the errors that were made and be able to be more effective parents and coaches as a result...what I learned will help me to better deal withparents and coaches who hold views that differ from mine.

W. Cottle, High School Soccer Coach, San Angelo, Texas

'Through the Eyes' is a very thought provoking book that is full of useful information concerning how to serve effectively as the parent or coach of a young athlete. The questions posed in the book provide food for thought that any parent or coach involved in youth sport would benefit from.

L. Terry, Fitness Instructor, Misawa, Japan

'Through the Eyes' was intriguing, informative and kept my interest from start to finish. It was basic enough that any coach, athlete, or parent would benefit from reading it and detailed enough that those in the field of kinesiology would appreciate it as a resource.

D. Kazimer, Athletic Trainer