THE OFFICIAL SITE OF
Davis High School Athletics

Tips for Parents

Bruce Brown is a motivational speaker who works with athletes, coaches and parents. Below is a list of tips for parents from Bruce Brown. For more information on Bruce Brown visit his web site at Proactive Coaching.

• Attend as many games as possible

• Be a model, not a critic - model appropriate behavior, poise and confidence

• Attend pre-season meetings

• Do everything possible to make the athletic experience positive for your child and others

• View the game with team goals in mind

• Attempt to relieve competitive pressure, not increase it

• Encourage multiple sport participation

• Release them to the coach and the team

• Look upon opponents as friend in the same experience

• Accept the judgement of the officials and coaches -- remain in control

• Accept the results of each game - do not make excuses

• Demonstrate winning and losing with dignity

• Dignify mistakes made by athletes who are giving their best effort and concentration

• Be an encourager - encourage athletes to keep perspective in both victory and defeat

• Be a good listener

• Accept goals, roles and achievements of your child