For a small population country, the Kiwis are extremely good at sports. They are world champions in softball and netball, great in rugby (remember the All Black?) and have produced many champions in triathlon and long distance running. They are also not too bad in cricket, basketball and equestrain.
I think this is partly due to the great outdoor of the Kiwis. They spent their weekends playing sports at all levels from the beginners to the professionals levels. Everyone have a chance to play a sport if they have an interest in. In other words, if you wish to play soccer, you enrol in a soccer club and they will put you in the lowest grade. From there, through proper training and coaching, you rise through the ranks and play for the better teams within the clubs.
In schools, Kiwis children do their long distance running after lunch. They are also encourage to play in the playgrounds in every opportunity and this help in their motor skills.
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