Parent Corner

Tips on reducing anxiety about sports performance

Best Question to ask after any game, win or lose:

• ‘Did you have fun?
• Next question: ‘Hungry?’

Some children will want to analyse the game immediately, but many will be ready to move on – or need time to come down from their emotions. Pay attention to how your child responds to your interactions after a game and let that be your guide. If you want to gently address something, the best time is before the next practice.

Exception: The only time you should talk competition after a game…is if your child exhibited poor sportsmanship.

– Lisa Filby
Director of Sport