Parents

Tonight was our daughter's High School Sports Banquet. She played on the Junior Varsity Volleyball team this year, which means that the coaches asked all the JV athletes to stand up and be recognized...no, they did not even announce her name. We sat through three hours of listening to the praises of the varsity athletes in at least 6 other sports...but we do that because we support our daughter's decision to be involved in a positive activity in her school community. The real thing that bothered me was the lack of parental presence. It amazed me that there were so many athletes there tonight that had NO ONE there to support them! Oh my goodness...what are these parents telling there children when they don't show up for their activities??????? Yes...it bothered me a little that I didn't get to see my baby girl walk across the stage, and that I didn't get to hear the coaches gush over her ability; but, on the other hand...if the coaches had done that for the freshman level, and the JV, then the Varsity...we would still be there! And...my girl will have her time to be gushed over - and you can bet your boo-hiney - my husband, my dad, and I will be sitting there in the audience, cheering her on...and anyone else that needs to be cheered on!!!!! Come on parents - get involved.