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[quote=Anonymous]We had a milder version of this issue with my in-laws for many years. They are nice people, but get overly excited watching their grandkids play and also had a tendency to talk to cheer too much for our kids, and/or say critical things about others at way too loud of a volume.

We started by telling them that sportsmanship rules for spectators had changed since the ‘80s and showed them the parent conduct expectation list the kid’s coaches or clubs made us sign. Then, every time they said something inappropriate, my husband would give them a look and shake his head sharply.  They’d do well for a while, then start to backslide. One day my MIL yelled “Pass it to Jimmy [our son]!” really, really loudly when she was frustrated that another kid took a shot when he was open.  It was absolutely mortifying. DH marched them off the sideline and told them they were embarrassing everyone with their behavior and would not be allowed to attend more games unless they shaped up. They got the point, and have made an effort all the years since.

They are clearly more reasonable than your parents sound like, OP, but you need to insist that they show good sportsmanship. If that causes chaos in your relationship with them, then it’s probably long past time to set some boundaries. I know it’s hard, but you will feel better if you nip this in the bud. [/quote]

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