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"Respect the Game" is not telling you to behave in a
"sporting" manner, whatever that might be. It's not about telling you what
to do at all.
"Respect the Game": is just a reminder of what you already
know: high school athletics is important and valuable.
As such, it's worthy of respect. And when people involved in
high school sports treat each other badly, disrupt games, or generally behave in a manner
unworthy of the game itself, they are devaluing what you, and all of us, care so much
about.
When you remember this, you don't need anyone else to tell you how to
behave. You'll know.
With courtesy, dignity, and pride.
Quick
Tips for Parenting at Competitions
DO:
- Praise for participation and effort
- Look for positives
- Stay calm when mistakes are made
- Have realistic expectations
- Treat your child with respect
- Maintain a fun attitude
- Emphasize teamwork
- Be a good role model of sportsmanship
- Provide regular encouragement
- Keep a sense of humor
DO NOT:
- Base your self esteem and ego on the basis
of your child's wins and losses
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Lose perspective of the importance of your child's participation over results
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Ignore inappropriate behavior in practice or competition
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Live out your dreams through your child
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Do anything that will cause your son or daughter to think less of themselves
or you
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Verbally or physically attack your child
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Force your child to play or make it the most important thing he/ she does
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