partner qualifications

[Hartwig2]

I believe a good partner

1. Has good morals on and off the court
2. Has good judgement even when I may not
3. Is big enough to admit when a mistake has been made
4. Will stand up and tell me when I make one
5. Responsible
6. Knows the rules and can apply them in a game
7. Has outstanding communication with everyone (me, coaches, players, fans, ads, ect...)
8. Trustworthy
9. Professional attitude
9. Physically fit
10. Approachable
11. most importantly, has FUN! If you have a good partner that gets enjoyment out of the game, you will also have fun. This type of athmosphere makes the game more enjoyable for everyone involved.


A bad partner

1. Is not punctual
2. Has the attitude that he/she is the "main attraction"
3. Will not admit/believe that he/she is capable of making a mistake
4. Tells everyone what they want to hear (2-faced)
5. Always looks out for themselves, instead of others
6. Doesn't know the rules and has no desire to
7. Isn't professional, this can go to many levels. Breeches contracts, lies, doesn't conduct themselves the way they should on and off the court, does things that "morally" aren't correct
8. Is no fun to be around

Sorry for the long post, my thoughts and thoughts from some other people I have talked to about this issue, I took part in the other thread but changed my handle due to technical difficulties. good luck in your search, and remember, a partner isn't for life.