Thankless job

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For as much as I’m sure trainers love the game it is a thankless job. All day tournaments with one game after the next from 8am to 6pm some days. Training 4 days a week and putting up with lots of parents complaints, suggestions and issues. On top of that some players and families bolt without ever appreciating that was done for them and the player. These trainers deserve some thanks and a pat on a back once in a while. They truly have a thankless job.

Amongst the negative bs that gets posted on here, let’s not forget how much they do for the kids.

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I agree, but you have bad element here. People with a lack of understanding about life in general, let alone youth soccer. A general sense of entitlement. Always want to blame someone else for their ineptitude or bad decisions.

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For as much as I’m sure trainers love the game it is a thankless job. All day tournaments with one game after the next from 8am to 6pm some days. Training 4 days a week and putting up with lots of parents complaints, suggestions and issues. On top of that some players and families bolt without ever appreciating that was done for them and the player. These trainers deserve some thanks and a pat on a back once in a while. They truly have a thankless job.

Amongst the negative bs that gets posted on here, let’s not forget how much they do for the kids.

We had a couple girls on our academy leave for PDA including the keeper and they did not see peep on way out. No thanks no we’ll miss you nothing.

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For as much as I’m sure trainers love the game it is a thankless job. All day tournaments with one game after the next from 8am to 6pm some days. Training 4 days a week and putting up with lots of parents complaints, suggestions and issues. On top of that some players and families bolt without ever appreciating that was done for them and the player. These trainers deserve some thanks and a pat on a back once in a while. They truly have a thankless job.

Amongst the negative bs that gets posted on here, let’s not forget how much they do for the kids.

Again?

Most of the jobs are thankless job, dude. The hours you're talking about here aren't any more than most of middle-class employees. I don't know if any of them would expect a thank-you from their managers/bosses/business owners.

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Do this trainers work for free?

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I completely disagree with this post.

For as much as I’m sure trainers love the game it is a thankless job. All day tournaments with one game after the next from 8am to 6pm some days. Training 4 days a week and putting up with lots of parents complaints, suggestions and issues. On top of that some players and families bolt without ever appreciating that was done for them and the player. These trainers deserve some thanks and a pat on a back once in a while. They truly have a thankless job.

Amongst the negative bs that gets posted on here, let’s not forget how much they do for the kids.

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Do this trainers work for free?

No but that does not mean that they should not be thanked and appreciated. Instead constantly criticized by parents that haven’t a clue about the sport.

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For as much as I’m sure trainers love the game it is a thankless job. All day tournaments with one game after the next from 8am to 6pm some days. Training 4 days a week and putting up with lots of parents complaints, suggestions and issues. On top of that some players and families bolt without ever appreciating that was done for them and the player. These trainers deserve some thanks and a pat on a back once in a while. They truly have a thankless job.

Amongst the negative bs that gets posted on here, let’s not forget how much they do for the kids.

For any soccer trainer that feels that way, it might be time to switch career paths.

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No but that does not mean that they should not be thanked and appreciated. Instead constantly criticized by parents that haven’t a clue about the sport.

Are they allowed (trainers) to be criticized by parents that do know the sport.

If so, count me in

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No but that does not mean that they should not be thanked and appreciated. Instead constantly criticized by parents that haven’t a clue about the sport.

I agree but if you feel your job isn’t worth it bc the parents aren’t grateful enough than maybe you should find a new job. It’s so easy to say “the parents” as if you’re referring to them as a whole. Realistically, there are a few bad parents and most parents are thankful for the time and energy trainers/coaches put in. Moreover, if those complaining parents don’t have a clue about the sport as you say then good trainers just ignore that shi*t.

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No but that does not mean that they should not be thanked and appreciated. Instead constantly criticized by parents that haven’t a clue about the sport.

Some need a hug? Welcome to adulthood and reality. You're not going to constant praise in any job.

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We had a couple girls on our academy leave for PDA including the keeper and they did not see peep on way out. No thanks no we’ll miss you nothing.

You've called these players out before, further proof you're just an ahole. Time for you to realize the reality of club soccer - players will leave. Sometimes it's for the wrong reasons - parents or players think they're better than they are. But more often than not it's for the right reasons - the player wants more of a challenge, higher level play, more exposure, better fit, better coaching, or even just to play with friends. Conversely some know they're not at the right place and need to step down a level. If clubs accept players that are the right fit for the team and coach them well, then fewer will leave. It's called customer service. Try it on some time.

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You've called these players out before, further proof you're just an ahole. Time for you to realize the reality of club soccer - players will leave. Sometimes it's for the wrong reasons - parents or players think they're better than they are. But more often than not it's for the right reasons - the player wants more of a challenge, higher level play, more exposure, better fit, better coaching, or even just to play with friends. Conversely some know they're not at the right place and need to step down a level. If clubs accept players that are the right fit for the team and coach them well, then fewer will leave. It's called customer service. Try it on some time.

The majority of players/parents “understand “ when a stand out player makes the switch to a more competitive league/club/team. There was a parent who confided in me that they were getting pressured by parents to stay and some of their daughters were doing the same even though they knew the player should leave. They eventually made the switch and it has worked out very well for this player in college. Without moving it is highly doubtful this player would have had the opportunities come her way once they moved. Unfortunately there are parents who look at their own self interests then doing what is right. Parents feel left behind and jealous when other players move on from a situation. Clubs/coaches know it as well and some also think about their own self interest too.

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The majority of players/parents “understand “ when a stand out player makes the switch to a more competitive league/club/team. There was a parent who confided in me that they were getting pressured by parents to stay and some of their daughters were doing the same even though they knew the player should leave. They eventually made the switch and it has worked out very well for this player in college. Without moving it is highly doubtful this player would have had the opportunities come her way once they moved. Unfortunately there are parents who look at their own self interests then doing what is right. Parents feel left behind and jealous when other players move on from a situation. Clubs/coaches know it as well and some also think about their own self interest too.

Best post on this thread!

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The majority of players/parents “understand “ when a stand out player makes the switch to a more competitive league/club/team. There was a parent who confided in me that they were getting pressured by parents to stay and some of their daughters were doing the same even though they knew the player should leave. They eventually made the switch and it has worked out very well for this player in college. Without moving it is highly doubtful this player would have had the opportunities come her way once they moved. Unfortunately there are parents who look at their own self interests then doing what is right. Parents feel left behind and jealous when other players move on from a situation. Clubs/coaches know it as well and some also think about their own self interest too.

#1 rule is always look out for the best interests of your child. If they need or want to move, then move them. It's no different than being unhappy in a job, or wanting a new work challenge your current employer can't give you. Just make sure it's for the right reasons. Not all parents move their kids for the right reasons, then regret it, but it's part of the learning process