How can parents help out during the season?
• Support the coach. A good rule of thumb is to treat the coach how you would want to be treated. If you disagree with the way they’re handling a situation, deal directly with the coach. Set up a brief private meeting or speak with them on the phone. Please do not approach a coach before or after a game to discuss a potentially difficult issue. Do not criticize a coach in front of your child. If you’re interested in helping, offer to help the coach during practice times – keep kids organized, be a passer, etc… • Respect the officials. During games, don’t worry about the referees- just focus on cheering and encouraging the players! It’s more fun for everyone. Help the Halo coaches teach the players to be concerned only with what they can control – their own response. • Encourage the players and their families. Immediately after the game, compliment your child and their teammate on what they did well and how the team improved. If you want to offer helpful criticism, talk with your child
