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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My husband coachs a similar age group and I have a son who has had other coaches in similar leagues. You really should not be interfering during a game. It’s pretty tough to make sure everyone gets equal playing time especially if the kids have different positions. There are kids who play the whole game because they are the only ones willing to be goalie but also want a chance to do other positions. There are other kids who refuse to go in for anything but Striker because they think they are Messi. The coach is trying to explain sportsmanship but also keep the game moving.

Also, my husband usually sketch’s out playing time ahead of the game but then parents will tell him at the start oh we have to leave at half time so he usually adjusts to let the kid play earlier since at this age it’s not the kids fault usually.

The only time I have seen a kid really get dramatically less playing time is when he got benched for refusing to listen to court rules from either the coach or the referee. Hopefully you would notice if that was the case! Anyway, it’s fine to ask but wait till the end of the game and ideally do it via email.[/quote]

+1 to all this.

Most coaches my kids have had (DH included) plan out playing time ahead of the game, but have to pivot last minute with kids not showing. A few times after a game my DH has realized he didn’t play a certain kid enough. He always feels bad about it and makes a note to play that kid a bit more the next game. Sometimes he’ll text the parents proactively to make sure they know it was an oversight.

If this is not typical of the coach, I’d give him the benefit of the doubt. Agree with others you should ask your kid about it first. Then send an email later or bring it up to the coach quietly at the next practice.

Some other things to consider:
1. Our rec basketball refs will stop a game and tell parents to sit down if they see them approach the bench/attempt to speak to a coach during the game. It is against league rules, and I’ve seen them enforce it. 
2. Coaches might bench a kid for not following rules. Again, this is why you should talk to your kid first. 
3. Some leagues allow coaches to sit kids who don’t show up to practice repeatedly. Obviously it’s preferable to coaches to communicate this to the parent before it’s done, but does your kid go to practice?[/quote]

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