Coaches, Parents, and everyone concerned!
Many speak of Unity as if it is an alien being! During my tenure as a Youth Coach in Virginia it has been my experience that Unity begins and ends with the Coaching Staff and Parents. For unity to become second nature for children we must display our own. Meaning we must give and receive respect not only from one another (Coaches and Parents) but remember children mirror their actions after us. If you want true unity never single out any individual in the presence of their peers. Remember to praise in public-correct in private especially where our Youth are concerned. Always always always never let your emotions rule over you and always be consistent meaning do not show favortism. Soon you will see your children responding in the same way. Remember this little piece of advice my Dad Bill Elias ACC Coach of the year 1962 said "A Coach must always display Professionlism and Sportmanship no matter the level for which they are Coaching". Take Care and good luck!
Sincerely,
Coach Don Huntsinger
Fort Chiswell, Virginia