[Mark T. DeNucci, Sr.]

Originally posted by dacollegegirl
I am a mother who is new to the ball game, so forgive me if I am not to smart about things. My kids are in 5th grade and 4th grade basketball. My questions are: Is it common for coachs to hit the walls and such at ball games when they are upset with players so young and inexperienced? Is this improper behavior, as I suspect? And, what if he is not willing to change his behavior, and superintendent has no problem with his behavior?

No, it is not normal behavior. In fact, it is abnormal behavior and unacceptable behavior. If your child is playing for this coach I would advise you to run, not walk, to your principal or superintendent and set up an immediate meeting involving the coach and his immediate superior. As a parent of two boys (ages 9 and 12), I would never tolerate this kind of conduct by one of their sports coaches.