Letter to the editor: Parents ruin sports excitement for kids

I recently attended a midget football game. All seemed fine — fall-like weather, great games going on. Then some foolish parents started to fight in the stands, not once but twice. The game was called for the safety of the players and cheerleaders.

Some so-called “parents” don’t apparently realize the time coaches, players, cheerleaders and parents take to prepare for and volunteer on game day, including parents working tirelessly cooking in the concession stand. The kids’ excitement and playing time was cut short because of senseless parents who can’t just sit in the stands and watch their kids have fun in the sport they love. Thanks to you parents for ruining the day for about 75 players and cheerleaders. You should be so proud of yourselves. Maybe you should volunteer your time to make a successful day, or maybe next time stay home.

Ed Farzati

Mt. Pleasant Township