Role Models on and off the fields

Youth sports are an important part of childhood. We were struck by the words of Felisa Billet, of grandparents.com who we think summed up youth sports beautifully, by stating;

“Kids learn the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, respect for authority and rules, and how to win with class and lose with dignity.”

However, we have to ask…. Are we as parents showing up well on the sidelines?

Our kids love playing youth sports and we love watching them play. The excitement on their faces when they score a goal, or hit a home run is contagious. When they need a high five or a pep talk, we are ready.

Sometimes, there are negative comments from some parents aimed at their children, to coaches, to umpires, and to other children.

Billet offers the 4Cs strategy to parents and children in an effort to help “…on the playing field and beyond…” We encourage you to read through and consider implementing this within your own families, as well as sharing with others:

4Cs

Confidence (the ability to believe in oneself at all times)
Control (the ability to resist distractions)
Concentration (the ability to maintain focus)
Commitment (the ability to continue working towards one’s goals despite challenges)

We wish you and your children much success on and off the playing field. More importantly, we hope and your children have fun and create life skills and wonderful memories and friendships.