quote:Originally posted by RJM:quote:It is also my opinion that no matter your religious belief or lack there of, if you are that concerned over this then maybe you are not as strong in your belief and have not conveyed that to junior as to feel threatened by something this simple. Someone strong in their belief - but not the same as the coach's would take the same time to step away and hold their own few moments of reflection.
There's a difference in what a teen student-athlete believes religiously, his right to believe it and the strength of his convictions, and feeling pressure to participate in another person's religious beliefs. Especially when the other person is an adult with power over his ability to play a game.
Another BINGO!
Tim,
Yes it does matter. If it takes place on or at the field it matters.
I repsect everyone's opinion, but I am going with those here I know that have coached in HS and their opinions. No problem with the coach letting it be known he is a man of strong faith, believes in god and family and talks to the kids aobut having faith in the game and themselves, and about drinking and drugs and bad language on the field and where it might be more comfortable to discuss religious views. Thanks guys.