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It's a shame that parents can't keep thier noses out of team business. When the kid comes home complaining or if they get benched, ask them why they think they got benched and then ask them what they could do to win a starting spot. That's how it should be handled.

It's very rare that you'll find a coach with an axe to grind. Most coaches' egos will force them to put the best player in. They crave the attention of winning, not satisfying a small number of parents.