This week’s Shout Out is going to Naperville, Illinois, where Weplay blogger Kirk Mango resides. Kirk’s been an active Weplay member for about seven months, but his impact and participation on the site has been multifaceted.

First off, he’s a former US National gymnast who has since dedicated his time and efforts to improve healthy competitive youth participation. We couldn’t ask for a better blogger on Weplay.

Just check out his headline Parenthood article on Weplay, “The Benefits of Competitive Athletic Sports Participation in Today’s Sports Climate”. He outlines a well-balanced approach for athletic success, with personal anecdotes we all can benefit from.

After you check out Kirk’s article (and yes, he’ll be contributing more great pieces in the coming weeks), stop by his profile page. Whether he's writing about his daughters’ recent achievements on the volleyball court or his latest radio spot, Kirk continually celebrates sports and community.

To top things off, he’s even written a book “Becoming a True Champion: A Handbook for Young Athletes Aiming for Greatness”. Feel free to send him a message or friend request. He’s happy to share his tips and advice for any parents, players and coaches who have questions about competitive competition. Kirk’s also an all-around great friend to have on Weplay. He’s positive, helpful and present.

Thanks for your ongoing commitment to the Weplay community Kirk. We certainly appreciate your participation. So enjoy your Shout Out. You deserve it!