"If you're involved in sports, you haven't got time for that," he said.
Discussing ways to keep students on track, Gore turned to the Littleton, Colo. shooting on April 20.
"Take a minute. Think about the shootings in Colorado. Could this happen in my school?" she asked, suggesting that the children turn to adults for advice, and that they get involved in pastimes like athletics.
In an interview with The Crimson after the speech, Gore emphasized the importance of showing children healthy alternatives while they are still young.
"I think that part of preventing risky behavior...is to offer alternatives to kids," Gore said. "We do need to start with young kids."
She also praised the college students involved in the sports festival for being mentors to their younger counterparts.
"I think it's absolutely terrific--we need to see more of that volunteer spirit," Gore said.
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