The Small Sports

Be a Good Sport with The Small Sports! A fun new brand for children promoting teamwork and good spor He constantly felt something was missing.

Established in 2011, The Small Sports™ is the creation of author Matthew Damman and illustrator Patty Eisenbraun. It all began as Matthew watched endless cartoons and read dozens of books to his then 13-month old son and three year old daughter. He saw talking trains, monsters, princesses and pirates, but where were the sports characters? Having grown up playing sports he knew the positive values

children could learn from sports, even at a young age. Working at the time for a Wall Street bank, Matthew decided to set out down an unfamiliar path to come up with a solution to his question. After two years of development at the kitchen table, twists, turns and a great partnership between longtime friends, Matt’s initial thought came to life... as The Small Sports. The Small Sports is a new brand for children, ages three to eight years old, and centers on the concepts of teamwork and good sportsmanship, conveyed through a wholesome cast of lovable characters. These five characters, along with their trusty puppy, Buddy, have unique and endearing personalities that many children can relate to. The Small Sports characters also have big imaginations that lead them on many exciting adventures. This happens mostly when they’re outside playing- where even an old, overgrown field can look like the Super Bowl through their eyes. The Small Sports constantly dream big and these dreams are brought to life in the new classically illustrated storybook, The Small Sports Take The Field! This first book of the series is available on www.thesmallsports.com, Amazon.com and various local retailers in Michigan. The second book of the Small Sports series is expected to be available Spring 2014. In an age of edgy-looking, over-sexed toys and an “everyone gets a trophy” society, the hope is to get parents to reach back to their own experiences as children and remember the lessons and values they learned from playing sports. The Small Sports provide an age-appropriate alternative to some of the books and toys available to young children today; and children will enjoy learning some real-life lessons through The Small Sports' eyes. Matt is hopeful that the message is enriching and entertaining for both parents and children. Earning rave reviews from moms, dads, kids, the media and even former NFL players; it looks like The Small Sports are on to something big. The Small Sports are Good Sports- and you can be one too! Are you ready to play?

02/17/2023

Exciting news everyone! Our children's book, "The Small Sports Go for the Goal," was reviewed by none other than Julie Foudy!

As a former USWNT soccer player and current analyst, Julie Foudy knows a thing or two about sports and what it takes to succeed. I am honored and humbled that she took the time to read and review my book.

"The Small Sports Go for the Goal" is part of a fun and educational series of children's books that introduces young readers to the joys and benefits of sports. In this book, the characters work together to learn the fundamentals of soccer and the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.

I believe that sports can teach valuable life lessons and help children develop important skills like empathy, perseverance, and leadership. It's my hope that "The Small Sports Go for the Goal" will inspire children to get active, have fun, and learn important lessons along the way.

Thank you to Julie Foudy for the thoughtful review, and to all of my supporters who have helped make this book possible. If you haven't checked it out yet, I hope you'll consider adding "The Small Sports Go for the Goal" to your reading list!

12/16/2020

It’s been a few years since our books came out - but we still get touching pictures and notes from our Small Sports fans. We love these!

Do you have gave little one who plays sports? (Or will when Covid allows?)

We’re still all about teamwork and being a “good sport” - for kids... and parents!

Matthew Damman Shauna Moor Damman

Through a national commitment to youth sports, we can break the obesity cycle

10/16/2018

Great article - we need to keep kids outside and active!

Through a national commitment to youth sports, we can break the obesity cycle Inactivity has become a tax on America, approximately $117 billion in annual health care costs.

06/07/2017

It's softball season and that also means smiles and ice cream too! Be a good sport!

10/30/2016

Be A Good Sport!

10/22/2016

Pre game!

06/19/2016

So cheesy... Happy Fathers Day to all the dads out there. Even the lactose intolerant ones.

Here's to all the Dads and their 'Dad jokes'... Happy Father's Day!

05/09/2016

Great fun segment, take a look! Kickstarter to pre-order some for summer. !

Live in the D Homegrown: Walkie Chalk Today's Homegrown introduces you to a local family who created a mess-free way to use sidewalk chalk.

04/23/2016

We agree..

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jennifer-breheny-wallace/why-kids-shouldnt-specialize-in-one-sport_b_7972286.html

Why Kids Shouldn't Specialize In One Sport In a move that surprised many sports parents, last week the USTA, NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA, U.S. Olympic Committee and three dozen other leading sports organi...

Help boost the WALKIE CHALK | the first writing wand for sidewalk chalk! Kickstarter Campaign

04/15/2016

This is pretty neat, check it out!
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Help boost the WALKIE CHALK | the first writing wand for sidewalk chalk! Kickstarter Campaign Earn 10% cash back for helping us spread the word.

03/23/2016

Fun Spring Activities Checklist The weather is warming up and everything’s turning green. Shed your winter coat and get started on this list of fun ways to enjoy the spring season.

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