Irondale

I must say Mundy's Mill Middle School is an average middle school considering its demographics and location and community. I am an education consultant and evaluator of select programs within the state. I must say during a recent visit at a sports event (basketball scrimmage games) at Eddie White, I was very disappointed at watching the kids from Mundy's Mill Middle basketball team being non coached during two games against two different teams. Some considerations should be considered when placing coaches over kids at this level. These kids should be coached to assist them in being prepared at the next level as we put the same effort in preparing them in academics. The young lady and young guy that represented the school's basketball team were clueless of this sport. First of all, there was control of the team, allowing for two players on the floor at all times that never came out of the game. It is an insult to a team to allow dominance of one or two players to dictate the a team game at this level or any level. The two kids on the court played a bully ball. The two representing the coaches position allowed for this school's basketball team to be the laughing stock of this league. There is no structured guidance being provided. Basic basketball skills at this level were not present. I must have seen programs at this level accept and conduct background checks on certified coaches of their communities who would volunteer their experience and provide assistance to teams like this one. The basic team ball skills that are lacking and exercised would have been gained at elementary level. These kids have the talent of the basic skills however they are being coached/utilized properly. A coach needs to know the kids and when to call a time out to prevent injuries. Bottom line the season appears to be very disappointing. I don't think your coaches understand the magnitude and impact they have on these kids'futures with proper knowledge and preparation for a potential future for some of them. From a very strong and dedicated supporter of the community....