Most divers do not need a pep talk from their parents before a meet. Divers usually get excited about competing, and do not need to get fired up. Let the coach set the mood and the tone. If your child seems nervous, help him or her to focus on their goals. Always be positive with your encouragement and comments.
Diving is a sport that is better performed when the athlete is relaxed.
It is important to remember that a poor performance at a competition is not a negative reflection on the diver or the parent. Win or lose, a diver must know that he or she has his or her parents support and approval. It is impossible for an athlete to give a top performance at every meet. Dealing with disappointment can be much more difficult than dealing with success. A parent should focus on some aspect of the competition that went well.