Top Youth Sports Concerns And Positive Parenting Solutions
The difference between "pushing" kids in sports and "encouraging" them can be vague
. Tension is often created between parents and kids when parents get to the pushing stage and this leads to a lack of fun and desire in their kids. I have noticed many similar parental concerns which challenge parents to address the push versus encourage dilemma. Having concrete solutions to this dilemma can help parents avoid the pushing area and lead to less sleepless nights for all concerned. Parents who practice the following positive parenting tips below can avoid some of the tensions and frustrations that accompany youth sports.
Top Youth Sports Concerns and Positive Parenting Solutions
1."He never wants to practice". Parents get very frustrated when they see their young athlete prefer to play video games more than wanting to play or practice the actual sport.
Positive Parent Solution - Practicing alone can be very boring. Practicing with kids and finding friends for them to play with is good. When practicing with them parents should display patience at all times. Sometimes, it is best to just play with kids without giving instruction too. When kids begin to feel comfortable playing and practicing with their parents without constant analysis, they won't mind practicing more. It is also vital thatparents search out ways to make practice fun. Local high school and college coaches can be valuable sources of fun filled ideas.
2."They never seem to be having any fun." Kids love to please their parents and when they feel like they are letting them down, playing sports will not be fun.
Positive Parent Solution - Parents should have a heart-to-heart talk with player to make sure they are interested in that particular sport. It will also help to not "grill" kids immediately after games about their performance. Waiting till a later time to talk about game details can give players time to get over disappointments. Parents, who wait awhile before judging play and giving tips, can help kids feel like they are not letting their parents down and are creating a less tension filled time.
3. She wont listen to me A very common concern from parents that causes parents much frustration.
Positive Parent Solution - Parents should try to use a matter-of-fact, non-emotional voice when giving advice and save their excited, emotional voice for when she does something good. Kids will begin to trust their parents advice with this method and begin to listen more. Using words like "Try this next time" and "We will work at it" are better than "Do this" and "You need to practice more."
4."It's all in his head." Another common parent concern which means they feel like the player cannot perform well because they are "psyching themselves out."
Positive Parenting Solution - A lack of success leads to a lack of confidence, so whether it is in the child's head or not, confidence can only be gained with success. Success only comes with improved fundamentals and practice. Learning the correct fundamentals from a knowledgeable coach can make a huge difference. Practicing the correct fundamentals often leads to success with confidence to follow, so it will not be "in his head" any longer.
5 They can do it in practice but never ina game. Game competition is obviously different than practice.
Positive Parenting Solution - Players that are challenged appropriately and who are put in situations where they have a chance to succeed are best prepared for game competition. Players who have the feeling of "having been there before" will have the best chance of success. Following the advice listed in point number four can help this situation, too.
6. "His coach doesnt know anything. Extremely common parent and athlete concern but coaching is never as easy as it seems.
Positive Parenting Solution - Parents should not expect volunteer coaches to be experts. For parents who want the best for their young athletes they should find knowledgeable, well-respected coaches for their kids. They may have to pay for professional coaching but it is often well worth it in the long run for the serious athlete.
7. She wants to make high school team. Competition can be great in well populated areas and this is a legitimate concern for average players.
Positive Parenting Solution - Of course, there are never any guarantees but helping kids to learn the skills and strategies of sport at a young age followed by years of practice and play give kids the best chance of achieving the high school playing goal.
by: Jack Perconte
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