Paynesville, Liberia— The head coach of Mighty Supreme Kickball Club, Jusu Coleman, has attributed the slow development of kickball in Liberia to a widespread lack of discipline among players across the country.
Coach Coleman, speaking to the OK Sports Desk over the weekend at the SKD Kickball Pitch, emphasized that indiscipline is undermining not only individual growth but also the collective progress of the sport.
He strongly believes that unless key stakeholders take urgent corrective steps, kickball may continue to fall short of its full potential in Liberia.
“The biggest issue holding back our players is discipline. Too many of them show disrespect toward coaches, referees, and even team administrators,” Coach Coleman said. “This kind of behavior kills progress, and it needs to be addressed seriously.”
In a passionate plea to the Liberia Kickball Federation, Coach Coleman urged the governing body to enforce stricter disciplinary measures that would serve as a deterrent to unruly behavior.
He stressed that by setting clear standards and ensuring accountability, the Federation can help foster a more professional and respectful sporting environment.
He went on to reveal that his own club, Mighty Supreme, has implemented tough internal policies—a decision that has resulted in several players being denied entry to the team due to their failure to meet the discipline standards expected at the club.
“I don’t care how talented you are—if you can’t follow the rules and respect the team structure, you can’t wear the Mighty Supreme jersey,” Coleman asserted. “We want to build not just skilled players, but also responsible athletes who represent the values of the sport.”
His remarks have sparked renewed debate within the local kickball community about the need for cultural change within the sport. Many stakeholders agree that improving discipline, professionalism, and respect at all levels is vital if Liberian kickball is to grow and compete regionally and internationally.
As the new season progresses, it remains to be seen whether the Liberia Kickball Federation will respond to calls like Coleman’s by introducing or reinforcing codes of conduct that promote discipline and sportsmanship across all affiliated clubs.
