<p>&nbsp;Yep! You
can give ‘em ‘tit for tat’ and question their ancestry while you make a case to
have them banned from games.</p>

<p><span lang="EN-AU" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU;"><b>Nope! That
does not make for a better team nor will it do your beloved sport any good
turns. <o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p></p><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEmZi6DDF-G33_CIETi82OIiqIgaTuQ_yLn1sG3SLG5FIg95kH5HserxJ_O4Ei1YXfFUFYteqbDSVNILtsaYKH1W3cVSmCuo0l7lFZwCF0r_dByDLArovbDYSRuWO82485CNIgeg2xUvhT86hkpQMmt3qKnr3Ud_qKP2kAWmMql-SQlXy7oeKoET2K/s459/coach%2029.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="459" height="597" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEmZi6DDF-G33_CIETi82OIiqIgaTuQ_yLn1sG3SLG5FIg95kH5HserxJ_O4Ei1YXfFUFYteqbDSVNILtsaYKH1W3cVSmCuo0l7lFZwCF0r_dByDLArovbDYSRuWO82485CNIgeg2xUvhT86hkpQMmt3qKnr3Ud_qKP2kAWmMql-SQlXy7oeKoET2K/w597-h597/coach%2029.jpeg" width="597" /></a></div><p></p><p><i>DISCLAIMER&nbsp;</i></p><p><i><span lang="EN-AU">Opinions put forward in this series are presented in good faith and without prejudice. The opinions we offer are based on observations and are not intended to hurt or denigrate any individual/s.&nbsp;&nbsp;Any resemblance to any person is purely coincidental.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p><p><span lang="EN-AU"></span></p><p><br /></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">How to Handle Outbursts from Irate
Parents and Friends of Players in Your Junior Team</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Deescalation
is Key</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">When
faced with irate parents or spectators, prioritize deescalation. Coaches should
remain calm, acknowledge frustration, and set a standard against offensive
language. Parents can also discourage bad behavior by speaking up.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Communicate
Expectations Early</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Before
the season starts, outline acceptable behavior during pre-season meetings. Make
it clear that disrespectful conduct won’t be tolerated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Cheer,
Don’t Sideline Coach Aggressively</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Encourage
players positively and avoid conflicting instructions. <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Parents Should Let Coaches Handle Coaching<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">However,
sometimes in the heat of the moment, protective urges and inflated opinions of
an offspring’s abilities can lead to histrionics and the situation can get out
of hand. So the need to stay calm is paramount. (You can jump up and down and
punch a cushion when you get home!) <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Recruit Family Members as Assistant Coaches and Helpers <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">This
tactic most often creates a ‘club’ atmosphere and the kids love it when their
parents are an integral part of the super hero group!<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Humanize
Referees</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Introduce
referees before games to foster respect and understanding.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Set
Up Patrolling and Warnings</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Monitor
spectator behavior and warn offenders immediately. Be prepared to take action
if necessary.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Schedule
Private Meetings</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Address
concerns privately with irate parents to avoid escalating situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">Exit
the Field if Necessary</span></b><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">If
you witness bad behavior, leave the field and inform officials.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><i><b>Remember, maintaining a positive
atmosphere benefits everyone involved. Let’s create a supportive environment
for junior sports teams!&nbsp;</b></i><o:p></o:p></span></p>

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