A local controversy erupted online after a parent accused a Jackson Elementary volleyball coach of threatening students over their participation in upcoming sports tryouts.
Melissa Ochoa, a parent of a student-athlete, posted on Facebook that Mr. Bojorquez, the school’s volleyball coach, allegedly told players that if they attended soccer tryouts scheduled for the next day, they would be barred from participating in the volleyball tournament planned for Wednesday.
According to Ochoa, repeated attempts to reach the school administration, including calls to Mr. Whimp, went unanswered, leaving parents concerned and frustrated.
The post garnered attention from members of the Selma community, with parents and local sports enthusiasts offering differing opinions.
Caydence Carlin from Selma, California, commented,
He has always been a bully!
Caydence Carlin
Others, like Korp King, offered a perspective that framed the coach’s actions as a practical measure: “He needs the funding for his program. Doesn’t want to lose players to a different program.”
The comment reflected a broader tension in school sports, where coaches often face pressure to maintain team rosters to secure funding or support for their programs.
Several parents encouraged proactive advocacy. Marisol Montano suggested,
Go to the school and sit til they see you. Advocate for your child , it’s our job as parents.
Marisol Montano
Others emphasized the importance of handling disputes through formal channels rather than social media. Victoria Hylton Armstrong wrote,
It’s not appropriate to call someone out on social media. Please go to the school, try talking to him, and if not satisfied ask to speak to the principal. It is unfair to sully someone’s reputation.
Victoria Hylton Armstrong
Despite these differing views, some members of the community defended the coach. Rosie Rosales stated,
I love Mr. Bojorquez
Rosie Rosales
Meanwhile, Cathy Aguilera raised a broader philosophical point about youth sports participation:
Why not ? You would think students staying involved in school activities / participating Is why there are sports activities. Students getting involved.
Cathy Aguilera
Aguilera’s comment addressed a recurring issue in youth sports: whether competition for involvement or dedication to a single program should take precedence over students’ opportunities to explore multiple activities.
On the other hand, Elizabeth Esparza questioned,
Why are they having winter sports tryouts when fall sports are still on going?? That is the real question.
Elizabeth Esparza
Between the comments, some suggested alternative sports opportunities. Ernie N. Amanda Escalera encouraged Ochoa to consider the local wrestling program, writing,
Selma wrestling would love to have you…..
Ernie N. Amanda Escalera
The Facebook thread also featured some critical responses directed at the parent who made the post. Robert Ruiz Jr. commented,
What a Whimp
Robert Ruiz Jr
Similarly, Danita Ramos Munoz asked for clarification,
“Did you call him?”
Danita Ramos Munoz
