8 Signs Of Being A Good Sports Parent

“As parents, you probably get a lot of feedback from your child after practices and games. How hot it was, how hard the drills were, how he doesn’t understand the new offense yet, or how she doesn’t like her coach.

I’ve had 21 years worth of youth sports commentary and I know that complaining and venting, as well as, “Hey Mom and Dad, guess what I did in practice today?” are to be expected from kids in sports.

But mixed in with the frustrations, complaints, and pronouncements, I’m listening for the really important stuff. These are the things I really want to hear my kids say as they play sports:

1. “I am having fun!”
I don’t care how old your child is–8 or 18–if he or she does not enjoy playing, even through the hard work, then it may be time to ask the question, “Would you rather find another activity?””

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