I have a simple mind so like to keep things simple.
For the player:
It matters not where you start, but where you finish.
It matters not where you play, but are you contributing.
It matters not what team your on, but are you having fun.
For the parent:
No matter what you think of the coach support the program.
Contribute to the program to the best of your ability and make it a better place when you leave than when you started.
Sit down, shut up, cheer and enjoy - it goes way to fast.