Bless the coaches who hold all kids accountable for grades, conduct & behavior. Never doubt that choosing discipline over a win is the right thing. It matters. That example says that regardless of how good a player is, he/she will be held to a very high standard. That’s powerful!
6yo: I’m done, can I have ice cream?
Me: Not until you’ve eaten all your food.
6yo: But I’m full
Me: If you’re full, you don’t need ice cream
6yo: My stomach is full of food but ice cream will fill in all the cracks
Me:
6yo:
Me: I don’t know enough science to dispute that