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[quote=Anonymous]I think it takes courage, but it is always best to confront people directly. I’d talk to the other mom in a non-judgmental way and say what you have noticed and that you are confused and sad about it. I’d say I wanted to keep my kid out of social stress and that all the kids should be supported. Just put it on the table and see what happens. I’d also say that your child is in this sport for the exercise and fun and discipline and that you aren’t worried about her outdoing others. You’re not wanting to rank kids, just have a positive experience.

If some kid was being unkind to my kid, I’d directly ask them about it in a calm and firm voice. I’d ask what’s going on? When you approach people in a questioning way they feel less attacked and defensive. For the other kid I’d emphasize that you’ve always thought she’s a great kid and is there something going on that you can help with? If it continues, I’d alert the coach. It would help for the coach to talk about competition among the kids in a general way to all the families. [/quote]

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