From "The 11 Danger Signs of Parental Over-Involvement"
You obsess over the statistics of your young athlete.
You become angry if your child has a bad game, or makes what you believe are foolish mistakes.
From "Six Team Goals for Your Youth Leaguer"
Put team goals ahead of your personal goals.
Try to be the hardest worker on the team
Most importantly, care about your teammates, including those with whom you have little in common.
From "Thirteen Problems With a Multi-Team Commitment"
Parents who allow excessive sports activity send the message that sports are more important than academics and proper rest.
Your physically stressed and mentally exhausted player is at increased risk of burnout.
From "The Five Principles of Honorable Competition"
Respect the game. This includes showing respect for opponents, referees, coaches, and fans.
Do not try to get away with cheating or taking shortcuts just because you think no one will notice.
From "Ten Reasons Your Athlete Must Adhere to High Standards of Behavior"
The behavior of athletes is more closely observed than that of other students - both in school and by the general public.
Excerpts from "The Encyclopedia of Sports Parenting" by Dan Doyle
