
The Louisiana High School Athletic Association is urging parents to keep their cool in the stands. They are telling parents to simmer down or sit down. LHSAA Director Eddie Bonine says kids look to adults to set the tone.
“When you’re at the game, do you lose control? If so, everyone sees it. Teachers, coaches, officials, other fans, parents, and most importantly, the student-athletes. And it leaves a lasting impression,” Bonine said.
The LHSAA is investigating an ugly incident at a girls’ basketball game in northwest Louisiana last week. A mother of a Red River High School girls’ basketball player left the stands and verbally assaulted a referee after her daughter was ejected for committing a flagrant foul. Bonine says our student-athletes deserve better.
“So, the next time tensions rise, take a breath. And remember, simmer down or just sit down. Let’s show them how it’s done,” Bonine said.
The referee may seek charges against the woman who confronted him, and Red River Coach Dadrian Harris is concerned the incident could result in a postseason ban. Bonine says when things get out of control everyone loses.
“If things get out of hand, the LHSAA may be forced to make decisions that could impact student-athletes’ opportunities in the postseason. Let’s not put them in that position. Let’s not take away what these kids have worked so hard for,” Bonine warned.
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