A Prayer for Sports Parents

Father in Heaven,

Help me to do your will in my role as a sports parent.

May I be for my young athlete a source of encouragement and strength.

May I help my child to grow in their faith while supporting their development in skill.

May I be a positive partner to my child’s coach,

Supporting them in their effort to teach and develop all the children on the team.

May I be positive in my support at practices and games,

Even when this is difficult.

And may my example lead other parents to do the same.

In all things may I strive to imitate the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph,

In their devotion and care for the child Jesus.

Through their intercession and in Jesus name I pray,

Amen.