May is Shoosh for Kids Month.

Less is more. That’s particularly true when it comes to sideline and spectator behaviour. Shoosh for Kids is a timely reminder that we don’t need to make continual commentary (good or bad), on every move or play in which our children are involved.

Abuse is never ok. But sometimes ‘helpful’ suggestions continually shouted from the side line can be just as unsettling for our children. The white noise gets in the way of the children making decisions for themselves. Making decisions is how they learn. Sometimes their decisions will result in missed or squandered opportunities during a game. But that’s ok. Even as coaches and managers our team officials, in their enthusiasm, ‘over coach’. Trust the process. Your demonstrations and guidance at training are valuable. Let the children try these strategies and skills during a match without the constant off field advice getting in the way of their own thought processes.

Lets remember: Less is more. LESS white noise for the kids leads to MORE self confidence and better decision making.

Please: Shoosh for kids.