Athletics & Wellness
Juniors (Ages 8-11)
12 min
Handling Conflict in a Team
Practice resolving a disagreement respectfully.
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What's a Disagreement?
A disagreement, or conflict, happens when teammates want different things. This is a normal part of being on a team and it doesn't mean anyone is wrong. Think of it as a problem you can solve together.
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Step 1: Cool Down & Listen
When you disagree, feelings can get big. The first step is to take a deep breath to calm down. Then, give your teammate your full attention and listen to their side. Everyone deserves a chance to be heard.
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Step 2: Find a Solution
Once you both understand the problem, work together to find a solution. A good solution is one that feels fair to everyone and helps the team. This might mean finding a middle ground, which is called a compromise.
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Challenging
Your team captain makes a decision you strongly disagree with. How can you show respect for their role while still expressing your concern?
0.Complain about the captain's decision to other teammates behind their back.
1.During the game, do your own thing instead of following the captain's plan.
2.Announce to the whole team that the captain made a bad call.
3.Ask to speak with the captain privately and say, "I respect your decision, but could I share another perspective?"
Challenging
A new player on your team doesn't understand an unwritten team rule (like who sets up the cones) and it's causing frustration for others. What is the most constructive way to handle this?
0.Wait for the coach to notice and handle the problem.
1.Give the new player the silent treatment so they figure it out.
2.Kindly pull the player aside and explain, "Hey, on our team, we usually do it this way. Let me show you!"
3.Complain loudly to your friends that the new player doesn't know anything.
Easy
What is the very first thing you should do when you feel upset during a disagreement?
0.A. Take a deep breath to calm down.
1.B. Yell to show you are serious.
2.C. Walk away and ignore your teammate.
3.D. Tell the coach the other person is wrong.
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Practice resolving a disagreement respectfully.
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