24 Hour Rule

Description

The 24 hour rule is a rule implemented to help keep peace between the coach and parents. The rule is simple: Parents cannot approach the coach about issues until after 24 hours of the competition.

Reasons for the Rule

1. To allow the parent’s to calm down after the issue has developed.
2. Allow the coach to calm down after the competition.
3. Give parents and coaches time to think about the problem.
4. To prevent any unnecessary acts or scenes in front of players and other parents.
5. Calmer heads will prevail.
6. To stop any embarrassing moments in front of the players or child.
7. The hope that time to think about the issues will help to solve the problem in a positive manner and the right resolution.

Sometimes in the heat of the moment parents and coaches say things that they really don’t mean. This can hurt the player or team because things were not handled correctly. The parent & Coach relationship is important, but the overall decisions should be based on what is best for the team and players. The rule is in place to help protect the players and team.