Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Conflict
Well, I had one of those days that I wish I could erase. I had to speak with a player and then parent about an additude on the court and the player spending too much time trying to not fit in with the team. Everything went well with the player (16 year old), but not so good with the parent. It amazes me how people twist things around and only listen to what they want to. I really dislike conflict when I am trying to help a child. One of the struggles with our profession I guess. Any thoughts?
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Sometimes it is best just to tell the parent and then walk away. Parents don't listen because they think their children and perfect and does no wrong. As long as the child learned something then that is the most important thing.
ReplyDeleteHope your day is going well today.
ReplyDeleteBeen there, done that. I dealt with a similar situation with one of my cheerleading parents. The best advice that I have for you is to always have a witness. Things do get twisted around and in the heat of the moment things get said and it's just best to have someone with some authority (if possible) to back you up. Sorry you had to deal with that. Coaching is tough!!
ReplyDeleteThanks girls, it's nice to be reminded that we are not alone in our experiences!
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