Rough Games

we are the adults in the room!

Player safety & sportsmanship are our top priorities. In the event a coach finds himself in a game that is getting out of control for whatever reason (refs, players, fans, coaches, etc.) it is our job is to deescalate the situation.

1

Pull your players AND coaches who are contributing to the situation.

2

Determine a parent rep to monitor spectator behavior and communicate with a parent from the opposing team to do the same.

3

Call a timeout. If you have none left - ask the referee for a timeout to discuss players safety. ONLY the 1 HEAD COACH from each team and referees should talk - this is not a time to argue - our job is to deescalate the situation.

4

Speak to both teams players and remember these are kids and this is just a game.

5

Lastly, call the game if necessary.