About Chapter 6
Some of the most difficult problems in youth sports involve the relationships between parents and coaches. Anytime another significant adult enters your child’s world, it may require an adjustment on your part. First of all, as mentioned in the “Parents’ Roles and Responsibilities” section of Chapter 1, you must be willing to put up with another potential hero. You must be willing to give up some control and influence in an important area of your youngster’s life. Taking a backseat to another adult even temporarily isn’t always easy. But things can get even more complicated and challenging if you find yourself at odds with coaching decisions that affect your young athlete. The purpose of this chapter is to help you to get “on the same page” with the coach, working cooperatively to create positive and harmonious sport environments.
