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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]There is some truth to Bethesda Girls’ coaches being abusive. KL is certainly the leading candidate with SP close behind. KL should be investigated TBH. SP is bad but not as bad as KL. DG isn’t really involved as much anymore but was never on the same level as KL and has calmed down. All of the other top coaches aren’t any more abusive than those at other clubs.

It is only a matter of when not if KL and SP are reported. KL is worse than many college coaches and almost as bad as former Spirit Coach Richie Burke and I don’t think I am exaggerating. SP can be tough and cross the line sometimes but he is not as bad as many college coaches.

Just to be clear, abusive IMO is insulting, not criticizing. “You should just quit playing f-n soccer!” vs “Stop playing lazy!” or punting a players ball across a field and telling her to leave vs. go sit and think about if you really want to practice today. I personally have no problems with yelling criticisms not insults. I think many parents who complain don’t understand the difference between the two. Criticism is not abuse. This is KL biggest flaw and sometimes SP. ET can sometimes insult with passive aggressive comments but for young players, can hurt them mentally.

Another thing about KL, he is especially hard on the weaker players. Over the years, KL has been video taped, recorded, and reported to JC without any discipline.

For anyone thinking about joining Bethesda, for playing against top level competition, it is excellent. If you are in an age group and KL is the coach and your DD is not a top player, go somewhere else. SP isn’t as bad as some people say here but could be too much for a role player, however I would let my DD still play for him but not KL. All of the other coaches are fine.

Best thing that could ever happen to Bethesda girls is replacing KL. Truth. [/quote]

You must be very close to the club—there is no SP.  [/quote]

SC, right?[/quote]

I think that is obvious.[/quote]

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