http://ResponsibleSports.comSome officials are learning the game, just like your child. Avoid criticizing them when you think they’ve made a mistake. Officials have a tough job, and we couldn’t have games without them.11/15/2009Children learn a lot and develop by just playing a game, even without coaching or direction. Take your child to the park and have fun by playing without giving any tips or corrections.11/8/2009If you feel you need to approach your child's coach to talk about playing time, think it through ahead of time. Asking what your child can do to earn more playing time is one good approach.9/28/2009When you and your child witness a moment in sports that does not honor the game, speak up right away, so your child knows you don't condone it.9/21/2009Encourage your child to compare her performance to her own past performance. What can she do now that she could not do two weeks ago?9/14/2009Support your child to have direct conversations with his or her coach, rather than inserting yourself in the middle.9/7/2009You don’t have to watch every second of every game intently, but make sure you watch well enough to have at least five truthful and specific things to say to your child afterwards.8/31/2009