Michael's Soccer coach said to the boys at practice the other night that he was really happy with how well they were doing (they're pathetic) and how hard they were working (they are) and that he knew this would be a successful season even if they didn't win a game......My kinda' coach!

I've been involved in sports that are very competitive and the best we have ever done is when we are doing our best, trying to give 100%, and having fun. Win or lose, those were always the best times.

I think you can learn to be a better team player if you have been involved in solo activities or sports too. You can see the effort it takes to do well alone and then multply it by X number of people.......You'll learn right away that you're harder on yourself. Tell the Mom and Coach to get a grip and have their kid take up golf.....or Handball.....or Squash......or Tennis. Tell them to do the same......and get out of coaching altogether.

I feel for you Frank....and your daughter too. Lots of real jerks out there aren't there?

Spaw