Most children will not need extra ankle support during sports, as normal growth and development, in combination with performing these types of activities in the first place, will help to build up strength and stability in your child’s ankle. If, however, your child has hypermobility in the ankle joints then extra ankle support can be a winner to help to reduce joint pain or fatigue, and to increase stability. Also, if they have previously experienced ankles injuries such as sprains while playing sports, then added support can help to reduce the chances of further similar injuries.