A parent shares a rec-league tradition where a “player of the game” is awarded for respect, teamwork, and heart—not stats. Tension arises when the coach tells the parent their child hasn’t been picked because he “isn’t doing anything,” prompting a broader debate about motivation, recognition, and kid development in 8U sports.
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