I know that as the players get older we like to think that some of these rules don't always apply but

I know that as the players get older we like to think that some of these rules don't always apply but this is a nice article and I hope everyone will pass it on to others. The more discussion there is about unacceptable behavior, the better we can make the game for the kids. For those of you that don't know, MYSA now has a Code of Ethics that was adopted at the 2004 AGM. I will forward each of you a copy of it in the near future and I encourage you to share this with your parents, players, and coaches. Have a great day!! Kay Breland MYSA Division I "I can't tell you how many times I have heard kids say, 'Shut up dad!' " says Danville's John Wondolowski, whose under-11 soccer team won the State Cup last spring. When dad won't pipe down, the next step is off the field. Many kids drop sports -- an estimated 70 percent quit before they reach the age of 12 -- but some also find another outlet. Skateboarders, mountain bikers, and surfers are just part of an emerging X-Games generation. There are fewer rules, less structure, and -- best of all -- dad doesn't know the first thing about it. "That's the protection," says Positive Coaching Alliance's Thompson. "No adults. It is not hyper competitive. Fifteen or 20 years ago adults didn't know anything about soccer. Now you've got guys who think they know all about it. My son is into surfing, skating, and snowboarding. His point was: Do I want to stand in line, wait to bat, and have the coach yell ...