Top 10 Qualities Of A SoccerGenius Parent
1. Gives positive praise before and after each session, practice and game
2. Honest, open and clear interaction with their child and coaches or staff.
3. Patience and understanding. Realizes soccer development is a long-term process, unique to each child
4. Promotes fair play principles and equal playing time practices
5. Helps their child learn the value of skill and knowledge development - for personal and team success
6. Encourages their child and other children to "be their best in the moment" - accepting that their "best" changes week to week
7. Teaches the values of honesty, integrity and complete effort in practice and play
8. Models appropriate behaviour with their child, other players and parents, officials and staff
9. Develops an interest in the game, pursuing the best available opportunities for their child's development
10. Ensures their child attends each session, arrives on time and brings necessary gear, food and water
And above all...
Helps to keep things fun!