Respect In Sport Survey Quotes
These quotes have been pulled from participants who have completed the RIS survey.
“RIS has brought awareness of the issues to the forefront and many are more likely to speak up if they feel something is not right and not fear reprisal. Also very evident when travelling to tournaments outside Alberta as to how parents/coaches react and behave.”
“I am more aware of how other parents treat refs and coaches, which makes me open my mouth and ask them to stop.”
“I have to stand up multiple times and remind people of the respect in sport program.”
“I would say, I don’t pressure my child as much.”
“Provides consistent language and expectations.”
“It should be mandatory for both parents so it is likely they may not have shared the content. Maybe give one year grace period for second parent.”
“Doing the program has not changed my view as I try and be respectful to those involved anyways.”
“It will not change the way people think or act.”
“Make it mandatory for both parents to take the course not just one, both parents need to know the rules for respect in sports.”
“I think it has probably helped, but I think there is still lots of improvements that can be made.”
“ALL parents and guardians should be required to take the program each year.”
“I don’t believe the on-line program engages people. I think we need to talk with people in smaller groups. I think, sadly, more parents should be banned from attending games and practices.”
“I have definitely heard people “reference” the program.”
“Parents and coaches are much more aware that poor behavior will not be tolerated.”
“I think its overall impact has been minor BUT you have to start somewhere and this program was well produced and implemented.”
“Making people a little more accountable for their actions always helps!”
“Invite more than just parents to do the program. How about inviting extended family?”
“People are more willing to speak up but still a long way to go.”
“I think parents are more aware of the negative effects of putting too much pressure on the child.”
“The same 10 percent of people are the same 10 percent that cause the challenge before and after the implementation of RiS.”
“The program is giving the people who respect the game, officials and players a voice to speak up against the few who misbehave at arenas.”
“I am not sure that there has been substantial change. Change in behavior is difficult even if you have done a Respect in Sport program. This is a significant cultural change with the sport of hockey and will take time to see the impact or change.”
“I believe it has very little impact on those who don’t have respect. But having said that you have to continue. I feel it is bringing abusive behavior more to the forefront.”
“It is certainly a step in the right direction.”
“More work is needed and the program has to continue to evolve.”
“It gives us all permission to be brave and ask someone to be quiet. Other parents might support us.”
“Even if it only changes 1 out of every 5 crazy hockey parents it’ll have made an impact!”