As the season wraps up and playoffs and tournaments begin for everyone, lets please keep in mind that this is recreation level basketball.  The outcome of these games, in the long run means nothing to our children's future, if they are clouded by us as parents not setting the proper example on and off the court.  These past few weekends, I have witnessed a bunch of game, involving multiple teams, and have gotten numerous phone calls about coaches complaining about each other, the referrees, etc.  And as the competition heats up, sometimes we loose focus on what is at stake here, which for us as parents is little, outside of seeing our children have fun, learn about fair play and sportsmanship, teamwork and overcoming adversity.  As a coach for over 20 years now, I know it is easy to loose focus, but we have to step back and remember we have to do what is best for our children and their teammates.  Sportsmanship is our priority for the rest of the season.  The wins and losses will take care of themselves.