Federations: Open Communication and Education Work Best Against Parent Aggression in Youth Sport

The school holidays have begun in Latvia, and children's and youth championship matches are now joined by various tournaments and team trips. Alongside the sporting rivalry, these events sometimes also see outbursts of aggression from parents and fans.

Latvia's largest sports federations are trying to tackle the problem, relying mainly on education and explanation. In the federations' view, open communication with parents and supporters is the best way to reduce aggression in children's sport and ultimately eliminate it.