The Key Role of the Parent Without the ongoing dedication of parents, the girls would not be playing a sport they love. In the heat of the game, it is easy to get carried away. The following are general guidelines for parents to consider: - Safety of the girls is our #1 priority; - To ensure the smooth running of the teams, we ask that parents bring their girls to the practices and games early and advise coaches or managers if they will be absent; - Take the initiative to communicate with the coaches and the manager of the the team if you have issues, but never in front of the girls, do it on the side; - The primary role of the parent is to support the team and the girls, if the parents would like to coach, they are asked to volunteer at the beginning of the year; - BKRA as an association does not condone any negativity in the stands, specifically booing at players or other parents, and questioning the referees; - Any non-resolved issues within a team should be brought to the attention of the BKRA Executive. Finally and most importantly, relax and enjoy watching your girls. Cheer them and the rest of the team on, whether winning the championship or making a great play.