In response to the comments and concerns shared by our readers we are launching a campaign against bully coaching and bullying in sports. To the overwhelming number of athletes and parents in dire need of assistance, you are not alone. As professionals and members of the sports community it is our responsibility to protect the youth sports experience and the universal privileges of participating in youth sports. This movement is long overdue. When the system fails our youth due to bush league politics everyone loses. Members of the youth sports community and education system who jeopardize the well-being of […]
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20
Feb
2015
A Campaign Against Bully Coaching
Tags: bully coaches, bullying in sports, sports psychology, sportsbullying.com
Written by Mike Edger, Posted in Articles for Parents | 14 Comments
Written by Mike Edger, Posted in Articles for Parents | 14 Comments
03
Nov
2014
Bullying or Honesty – A Coach’s Perspective
Tags: bully coaches, bully coaching, bullying in sports, sport psychology
Written by Michael Evien, Posted in Articles for Parents, Guest Author, Youth Sports Articles | 2 Comments
Written by Michael Evien, Posted in Articles for Parents, Guest Author, Youth Sports Articles | 2 Comments
The following article is a High School Basketball Coach’s perspective on Bully Coaching, in response to the example presented in “How Bully Coaching Affects Athletes.” Dear Dr. Edger, I do not think the story of the high school quarterback is considered bullying. I understand your argument and what the quarterback might be going through. However, if a coach has time to yell or criticize a player, he cares about the player’s performance, and has high expectations. I think most people would rather have a coach that has high expectations for their players than mediocre expectations. I believe it is the coach’s job […]
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