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Originally Posted by lookout123
jealous? maybe, but probably just frustrated, embarrassed, and angry at the way things were handled. No one (except coaches with inferiority issues) want to see a team completely and totally played off the field like that. It isn't good for the winning or losing team. It leads young players who just got crushed to say "this game sucks" and walk away.
Even as an adult, I've played tournaments that are way above my skill level and it can be disheartening to say the least. Now insert a 6 or 7 year old's developing self image into the mix. Ouch.
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No, I wasn't talking about just that isolated incident....
Overall it seems like some of the parents and coaches need to take "Good Sportsmanship 101".
When I get creamed I start taking notes. May be unfair circumstances, but I think it's useful sometimes. Of course I am an opportunist, who will find a way to win in the middle of failing. Oh no..I didn't lose, because you just showed me how to do it better.
I win Thanks for the lesson have a nice day.
I wonder what you think about the philosophy- the only way to be a better player is to play against better players than you?
You are a great coach!! I just want people to be as fair to you and your son, as you are to them.