Modern Soccer Parent 101:  Where to sit on Game Day?

Everyone wants a good view of the game, but there is actually some rhyme and reason to where parents and teams should set up on game day.  Simply stated, sit mirroring your team on the opposite side of the field.  The picture below is an example of what it should look like.

There are  a number of reasons why setting up in the proper manner is  the right thing to do.  Coaching benefits to the team, Logistics – ease of set up and tear down, Conflict avoidance.  It is a simple concept, but tough in practice.

Coaching Benefits 

The most important reason to set up like the picture above is that it helps the team develop. The players need to be able to hear the coach and need space from the spectators in order to get the most out of the game.  The younger the player, the more easily distracted they are and the space provided by parents being on the opposite sideline is immeasurable.

Logistics 

There is a benefit to always knowing where to go and where you should be set up.   This allows everyone to drop their gear and find that good spot to watch the game.  This will also help avoid the issue of one team trying to take all of the viewing spots at midfield.  Getting in and out quickly is important as man of the parents have other gameday duties.

Conflict Avoidance

As sad as this sounds, some parents can’t control their emotions during and immediately after games. Unfortunately,  mixing parents on the sidelines can be combustible and keeping them separated is the best way to minimize the chance of conflict.  Another great technique is the use of the tootsie pop – anyone that is talking too much, just give them a sucker and….  

Please remember, as soon as your game ends, please move off the sideline and allow the parents and spectators for the next game to fill in.

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