Parents play an important role in creating positive sports experiences for their children. Through interviews with athletes, researchersĀ have learnt what behaviours children look for from their parents at competitions. Preferred behaviours included having parents show respect to others in sport, focus on their child’s effort rather than outcomes, and provide positive yet realistic post-competition feedback.
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