But Jennie Garth was as passionate as ever as she watched her daughter take part in a soccer game in Los Angeles.
In fact, there was a touch of the Martin O'Neill about the 40-year-old as she lost her cool while watching the enthralling match on Saturday.
And like most fans, she clearly disagreed with some of the refereeing decisions, throwing her hands up in the air and demanding an explanation on one occasion.
But the Beverly Hills 90210 favourite was also able to calm down enough to channel her inner Avram Grant and pass along some words of wisdom to the youngster.
And afterwards the actress was quick to give a debriefing to her daughter on her performance, giving tips on how she could improve for next time.
Just like Martin O'Neill: The actress seemed to be getting carried away as she disagreed with the referee
The 38-year-old filed his legal paperwork back in March, citing irreconcilable differences and seeing joint custody of their three daughters.
But the optimistic star is trying to look on the bright side, and recently told People: 'It has been a bit of a rebirth for me as a person by shedding that negative space and all the pain associated with that time. It definitely feels like a great time in my life.'
Wait 'til I get you home: Jennie will have doubtlessly had a detailed game debriefing prepared for later