http://trueslant.com/jenniferkirk/2009/08/04/the-overzealous-skating-parent/
Then once again, she tells stories about examples she witnessed. Another good read.
Once a parent is thrust into the skating world, they soon find out that skating is a sport that comes with few guarantees. Control is elusive. Many parents–and skaters–find themselves grasping for it in any way possible. Sometimes a parent’s desire to help facilitate their child’s success can lead them to some pretty extreme behavior. Some of these behaviors can be detrimental to a skater and can have long lasting effects on them both physically and mentally.
Then once again, she tells stories about examples she witnessed. Another good read.