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myLot reputation of 94/100. ladyljs (654)   ranked 991 out of 24,741 in life10 months ago

Our cheer squad just went to the regional competitions and performed flawlessly! We were so proud of our girls for all of the hard work that they have done throughout the year.
One team that wins every single year, also performed, but this year dropped a girl from a pyramid. We were certain that they would not be able to take first place with this! But you guessed it...they did!To make matters worse...we bought the t-shirts that they were selling as souveniers. These t-shirts had to be made 1 or more weeks ago to have them available to give out that day. When we looked at the shirts, the teams that placed were located on the shirt in the order that they placed...with our team name being listed at the bottom! HOW OBVIOUS CAN THIS BE?What is sad is that we try to teach our youngsters to be good sports and to do the right thing...when everyone around them is just rubbing their noses in it.
Sorry..I just had to get it off of my chest!Here's a pic of my little girl with our 4th place trophy. They are number 1 in our books!


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raydene (4591) response was accepted on 6/7/2008.
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1. myLot reputation of 89/100. gwendovere (1248)   ranked 1,907 out of 24,741 in life   10 months ago

I think it's terrible when any competition is rigged - but particularly with children. What does that teach them?

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2. myLot reputation of 84/100. shopgirl (2423)   ranked 3,487 out of 24,741 in life   10 months ago

That is just too sad, but it teaches them the reality of life, "It is not what you know-it is who you know."

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3. myLot reputation of 98/100. raydene (4591)   ranked 27 out of 24,741 in life   10 months ago

Honey there are state officials that will look into this if you truly believe something unethical is going on.Get in touch with them..This type of this is not good for anyone..certainly does not teach children honesty.
I'm sorry but I have seen a win no matter what and at what means attitude from many sports involved people..
In the end A win is only a true win when won honestly using skill not deciet!
Kisses you you little darlings
xoxoxox


myLot reputation of 94/100. ladyljs (654)   ranked 991 out of 24,741 in life  10 months ago

Thanks Ray~

Very well put! I'll give the kids a kiss for ya!

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