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Post by guest007 on Jul 30, 2006 1:12:38 GMT -5
In Northern Utah there is Mountain Crest in Hyrum that is noted for poor sportsmanship. They are infamous around the State for their behavior as athletes and fans both during duals and tournaments.
Who is it in your State?
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Post by munch on Jul 30, 2006 8:24:10 GMT -5
In NJ...its...P'burg.
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Post by Spider on Jul 30, 2006 8:38:25 GMT -5
I'm not going to name names, but I believe that when this problem occurs, it is always the responsibility of the coach. Athletes and parents will take their cue from his attitude. While he can't directly control the behavior of the fans, his reaction to close calls or unsportsmanlike behavior can either incite the crowd or calm it down. Coaches have a very big responsibility, and winning games is a very small part of it.
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Post by RYou on Jul 30, 2006 15:54:25 GMT -5
Ah, The Pit - once was a nasty venue, getting a little soft these days, maybe that's the frustration - too many old timers. Gotta disagree with you on that Spider. There are some Dads and other spectators that just seem much more than a ref. Heck I've Dads go after there own coach for not protesting a call. I watched a Dad go ballistic on the coach because his kid was undefeated and the coach bumped him a weight to meet andother undefeated. Dad was PO'd because his kid lost. Yea, during match too, right after his kid got whupped pretty good. |
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Post by Spider on Jul 30, 2006 16:03:22 GMT -5
I know, RYou, there are some people who are beyond control and maybe I shouldn't have said always, but as a rule, the coach sets the tone for the team and this carries over to the parents and fans, especially if he is in constant contact with them through the booster club and informal chats before and after matches. For those who are abusive, the coach should make it clear to them that their behavior is a disruptive influence and will not be tolerated. If they persist, the AD should take some action.
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Post by RYou on Jul 30, 2006 19:57:37 GMT -5
I know, RYou, there are some people who are beyond control and maybe I shouldn't have said always, but as a rule, the coach sets the tone for the team and this carries over to the parents and fans, especially if he is in constant contact with them through the booster club and informal chats before and after matches. For those who are abusive, the coach should make it clear to them that their behavior is a disruptive influence and will not be tolerated. If they persist, the AD should take some action. I know what you mean by the coach setting the tone. A coach that argues every little close call can stimulate a crowd. There is a bunch of old timers out there, not parents, the know more than everyone and consistently beat on the ref. I really admire a refthat is willing to call out someone in the crowd and make an issue in front of everyone. |
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Post by The Big Not Quite as Stiffy on Aug 6, 2006 5:48:36 GMT -5
I can't really think of any teams in Kansas that display bad attitudes. There are individuals, but never a team.
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