DON’T BE THAT PARENT
Getting kicked out of the game does not mean you’re a
supportive parent. It means you’re undisciplined, lack mental
restriction and are setting a poor example.
What have you gained with these theatrics? There’s a fine line
between cheering, celebrating and being a true advocate for
your child versus losing your temper to the extent where
you’re laying hands on and threatening adults and children.
Remember, some of the umpires are teens.
It is NEVER a good look when an adult is being escorted from
the field because they cannot control their feelings and
emotions. Coaches are aware of who the unruly parents are
and really don’t want them nor their child to be involved
because one unruly parent who is a victim of their own
unbridled passion and reckless disregard for order can literally
destroy it for everyone.
And they usually do.
Ultimately, what this type of behavior is really about is
attention. The offending adult usually relishes in the type of
negative behavior they are creating by making a scene. These
same parents wear their outrageous behavior like a badge of
honor, and then, as if that’s not enough, share stories about
their bad behavior with others.
This level of toxicity could transfer onto their child, made
manifest through their bullying behavior. Bullies are often
times the children of overly oppressive, psychologically
damaged adults who seldom exercise empathy or compassion.
As a result some of these children may become bullies
themselves.
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