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[quote=Anonymous]How old is your daughter? Since she emailed the coach, then she's mature enough to follow up. You sit with her and draft an email response. But first, make sure she understand the meaning of the coaches exact words:

"If you want to win the race to Dubai, you need a road paved in gold."

This is a loaded statement with multiple meanings. It is inappropriate and meant to confuse your DD. She should absolutely ask for clarification (documentation, bcc you)

"The pauper is vulnerable to pride and pride is the destroyer of man's glory."

Who says this to a child?! This implies a number of things. He's belittling your DD as the "pauper". Her pride is blinding her of the reality that she doesn't have value despite possibly having more talent. She won't receive "glory" for her skill, and  dedication.

She should absolutely ask for clarification (documentation, bcc you). Help her with this, so it's in age appropriate words.

Coach A§§wipe,

I respect your position and responsibility, as it relates to coaching Team xxx. I reread your email, and need clarification on your remarks. I'm not quite sure I understand what you're trying to say. Can you please explain how this relates to my playing skills and position on our team? I understand that a pauper means a poor person. Is this what you mean? Are you implying that I'm a pauper or a poor player?

I really don't understand what you mean about needing a road paved in gold to win the race. Is our team underfunded? Is that why I can't play, even if it's not a starting position? Should I ask my parents to contribute to that gold road?

I love my teammates, playing the sport, and working hard to improve my skills. I look forward to your reply. Thank you.

Respectfully,

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