The current system’s shortcomings have consequences:

• Kids are more often growing up with poor movement capability, limited skill development, & lack of proper fitness.
• Children are not having fun as they play in adult-based programs.
• Program participants are developing bad habits from over-competition focused on winning.
• Developmental athletes often over-compete & under-train.
• Female athlete potential is often not reached due to inappropriate programs.
• Over-specialization is leading to participant burnout, injury and limited development.
• Potential talent is excluded from sport.

To date, implementation in Canada & other nations indicates that following the LTD framework helps address these shortcomings & enhances sport systems.