Jefferson-Scranton Homecoming Coronation
Jefferson Homecoming Coronation 2009
Some of the Items Parents Forget About Ahtletics
One of the Most Important Items Parents Forget About Athletes
Youth Parenting/Coaching Questions
10 Questions from parents:
1. How early should my child start competitive sports?
2. How soon should they specialize in one sport?
3. At what age is it OK to lift weights?
4. How much should I “push” my child to excel?
5. What’s the best way to support my child during games?
6. How do I help my child manage anger relating to competition?
7. How do I help my child cope with the disappointment from losing?
8. How do I reinforce good nutrition with my child?
9. How do I manage expectations relating to my child’s athletic performance?
10. What is the appropriate way to interact with my child’s coach?
11. What is the appropriate way to interact with other parents?
12. What is the appropriate way to interact with officials?
Four of My Eight Qualities of Great Teams
-Leadership
Leadership can be learned but it has to be earned.
Bottom Line-We need people to do the right thing when the chips are down and to take others with them.
Too concerned with upsetting someone or making someone mad.
-Guiding Principles
What does this team stand for?
Enthusiasm
Discipline
Work Habits
Team first attitude
Accountability
Trustworthy
-Pride
Comes with the enjoyment of working towards a shared goal.
If the success of the team does not mean anything to the players then they have not worked hard enough or they do not believe in the mission.
-Communicate
Correction should not be viewed as personal criticism.
Positive communication is also a key and allows for more energy and enthusiasm.
Players have to be open, honest, and accountable.
These are youth athletes. The parents do not have to do the communicating for them.
