Eli Garner scores seven

In sport, as in most of life, players and teams usually get what they deserve. In fact, taken at face value, the intent of competitive sports that keep score is to quantify worth in a particular activity. If a player or parent doesn't want a real result they should probably just sit around the camp fire and sing "Kumbaya" with like-minded folk.
Eli's performance was the result of 9 shots taken in about 40 minutes of playing time. Limiting his playing time to less than half the game because the opponent was under-prepared would have been unfair to a young man who lives to play this game. There was no intent to embarrass the opponent, only to play a beloved game. Many things have to be considered in managing a game that turns out to be a mismatch. Not completely without merit is a player's right to participate in an activity he loves.
When a basketball player scores 40 points in a game, he is rarely criticized for excess.
When a boxer beats his opponent into submission we never hear "Stop hitting so hard! You're too far ahead!"
The truly appropriate, productive message is that harder, smarter preparation is the fix for the mismatch, rather than an overly minimalized performance by a well prepared participant. This message empowers the lesser player and helps keep his dignity intact. Constructing an artificial contest is demeaning to all and fools no one but those who naturally gravitate to foolishness.
If someone's feelings got hurt, maybe it will provide the impetus for a defender to work harder and improve before the next encounter.
I'm sure Eli has been embarrassed plenty of times in his career and will be again. In fact, that embarrassment has ultimately been his best friend because it has driven him to outwork the guys who were sheltered and overprotected.

Real class act for the coach to keep his starter in long enough to rack up 7 goals. Can't much blame Eli, but adults should know better !!!

Hope your team gets blown out when they finally face some competition, Coach...