The Essential Guideline for Adult Behavior in Youth Sports: Maintain Decorum

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As a health professional observing the dynamics of youth sports, it is crucial to emphasize one fundamental principle for adults—whether they are spectators or coaches: Maintain decorum.

Currently, we find ourselves in the midst of youth baseball season, and it has become evident that many adults may not fully grasp this guideline, or they may require further clarification on its implications. To assist in navigating appropriate behavior during games, I have devised the following assessment:

1. During a game, if a child from the opposing team strikes out and you erupt with cheers of “YES!”—unless you’re the inventor of the pitching machine or a stockholder in its company—you may need to reassess your behavior.
2. If your team’s shortstop makes an error and you shout “WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?” at young Ben, you are exhibiting unacceptable conduct. This applies regardless of Ben’s age.
3. Should your child find amusement in an opposing player’s misfortune, such as a goalie getting hurt, it’s a clear indication that they are mimicking your behavior. Remember, there are enough negative influences in the world; let’s not contribute more.
4. If you attempt to distract an 8-year-old from the opposing team while they bat, perhaps by shouting “Look! The ice cream truck!” you should reconsider your actions.
5. On your drive home from your 10-year-old’s game, if you find yourself saying any of the following:
   • “What were you thinking on that last play?”
   • “Michael really should consider another sport; he’s dragging down the team.”
   • “That referee needs glasses; you were clearly safe!”

   Congratulations, you may not be setting a great example.

6. If your daughter’s best friend from the opposing team hits a home run and you neglect to offer congratulations as she crosses home plate, it’s time for self-reflection.
7. If you find yourself pacing anxiously along the sidelines, resembling someone awaiting critical medical results, it may be worth calming down.
8. If your child’s coach instructs them to “throw it to second” and you counter with “throw it home!”—that’s a behavior to avoid.
9. If a young second baseman tumbles in pursuit of a ball, and you argue with the umpire about obstruction, it reflects poorly on you.
10. Have you ever exclaimed “things are about to get intense” during a youth football game or shouted “Get some glasses!” at the referee? If so, it’s time to reevaluate your sportsmanship.
11. If you’ve ever been ejected from a game or banned from coaching, this should serve as a wake-up call.

In conclusion, if you struggle to manage your conduct, consider staying home. Remember, it’s just a game and these are children involved. Life is too precious for such negativity.

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Summary:

This article emphasizes the importance of maintaining proper behavior among adults in youth sports. It outlines specific actions and phrases that reflect poorly on sportsmanship and encourages self-reflection. As adults, it’s vital to model positive behavior to foster a supportive environment for children in sports.