VOLLEY BALL DRAMA

Well, I wound up going VERY early to the tournament and not to watch. I guess once the the girls got to the gym, Katie and Destiny were told they would not be playing because they didn't have jerseys. They were originally told that they would swap out jerseys with one of the other girls, and get to play at least once.... NOPE.

So I get the tearful phone call...

Katie told me that every girl had at least played once except her and Destiny. I know Katie should have probably just sucked it up and cheered on her team. She has to understand she has to work hard and practice to get better. I think if she understood from the get go she wouldn't be playing it would not have been an issue.

If the coach comes back and says something about missing practice she knew Katie would I told and ask if it would be a problem. PLUS there were two weeks she should have got in but the gym floor was being redone. The coach didn't bother to find another place to practice. I think that might have really helped the team...

So being mam bear...

I went in to have a short talk with a coach to see what the deal was... I don't know if my talk with the assistant coach Beth helped, but it made me feel better. I think, she thinks I'm a wacko and my daughter is a cry baby. But she lied to my face. She said her daughter hadn't played and she'd been in twice... Maybe it wasn't the thing to do. But at least Katie knows someone cares. Maybe volley ball isn't for us. I sent Latoya a very nice Email explaining my point of view. I totally understand how hard it is to a coach, and I give her credit for doing it. I know it doesn't pay much. We shall see what happens....

here's the note to the coach:

Dear Coach Beard,

I understand that last year two team members did not turn in their uniforms, and this shorted the team for the tournament. I do understand these things happen. I do understand that Katie isn't the best volley ball player. Matter of fact between her being at camp and the gym floor fiasco she really didn't get in much practice this summer. She really need it to learn more of the game, and I promise to work with her. I also understand the new jerseys will be in soon and this will never be an issue again.

BUT

Leaving out just two of the girls, and not changing out jerseys for a tournament that doesn't count toward anything just seems unfair. Of course I'm getting this from my very upset daughter. Who unfortunately has some self esteem issues as it is. I know team-sports coaches play their best players for a chance to win. But in this case where the team was getting pretty much stomped on what did you have to lose playing everyone?

I know you are doing the very best job you can, and thank you for coaching the girls. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask.

Have a Great Day!

Kate Childers