As far as addressing the kids that do show up.Ahhh...
Can see the many views.....
Of how to raise children!
I find it interesting how many are on the side of the youngster who hasnt attended.
And yet not reflect on the others kids that have!
Another interesting point.
Seems there are league standards in place for equal playing time.
Yet no league standards on attendance.
Hmmmmm? Wonder what that might promote?
Locally there are many rec leagues families can choose.
Many families become aware of 'who's running which one'.
Some bring in clinics.
Some dont.
People become aware of where and why otjer families are picking which league.
Gossip/knowledge spreads.
These leagues compete against eachother.
Yes 8u is 8u.
When it is terrible in 8u.
And/or people see how coaches handle things...
They know going into 10u wether they want to stick around or not.
The growth of 10u travel ball is astonishing!!
Is there a more viable reason for it 10u travel to grow at that level ?
The teams in travel standards are set by the coach...
*please note i am note on either side of what the right decision is for the op kid scenario!
Bringing up discussion points that can be addressed and the fact remains...
There is a cause and affect no matter the decision to this situation.
*Everyone making this a great post!!
I would simply explain to my daughter (like I do in other situations) that unfortunately we do not get to pick our parents and some kids are in worse situations than her so sometimes exceptions need to be made in order for those kids to be given a fair shot. She's a smart girl and can empathize with those kids.
Now if it were just plain favoritism that is a completely different conversation.