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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It’s unclear why swim parents think their sport is different from others cited by OP.

Swim parents just might be the worst and there is certainly a lot of competition for that title in this area.[/quote]

That’s harsh. I am a swim parent and I did not grow up swimming. One of my kid’s DQed last night in fact. She was upset but we talked to her about what happened and how to change it. She got over being upset and will know next time. I think the difference between soccer and swim team is that the top 8 and unders at an A meet are just as valuable to the team points-wise as a 15-18. So like someone has said, if a B meet kid with an illegal stroke gets into an A meet and takes the place of a slower but legal breast stroker, for example, it can affect the teams score. Whereas a 6 year old playing offsides just affects that one little six year old team.

I also think we can’t protect our kids from all the upsets of the world and doing so is a huge disservice to them. Once they’re out on their own and they don’t have any resilience because mom, dad, teachers, coaches have all paved the way for their feelings...they’re going to lose it. Swim team (and many other sports and activities) can offer a chance for these kids to face fears and overcome them, face adversity and learn how to react and adapt. At swim team they’re part of a huge community of all different ages. It’s a very cool opportunity and I’m glad my kids are in it. [/quote]

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