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Originally posted by pony_trekker
My kid who is a solid 12YO player on a mediocre travel hockey team has had a recent rash of anger management issues in practice despite a history of self control.
He has a history of attention issues, but for the most part has played cleanly since he started three years ago. Never winds up in the box, never takes retaliatory penalties.
Last week at practice he took a two handed slash at another player for cutting him in line. He was taken off the ice by the coach, as I didn't see it. There was no injury as he hit shoulder pads, but I warned him that if he did it again, I would take him off the team. The kid he slashed is a little goofy but NOT an aggressive or mean-spirited kid. In my opinion there is no room in youth hockey for behavior like this.
Last night there was a little bit of "going at it" with another player who is a very aggressive instigator. This time, my kid's two-handed slash hit the other kid square on the forearm. My reaction was to ask the coach to stop practice (he didn't see it) and I pulled my kid off the ice and we left practice.
My intent is to follow up on my threat and have him continue to skate on his own if he wants but not to have him play on this team any more. It would be a blow to him and the team but I think it's necessary. I haven't talked to the coach yet.
Folks, I truly respect the opinions on this board. Please tell me what you would do.
Thanks.
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I know you and I have different philosophies about coaching and team sports; so I preface it with that...but...
My first instinct is not to pull him off the team altogether. That is a little harsh I feel.
Maybe have him not participate in a few games [how many left for the season] and explain to him why this is all happening. you are a pretty practical and rational guy. you will make it clear to him this type of behavior is not acceptable to you or the team.
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