Trying not to repeat suggestions but here I go. Too many coaches is way too confusing for the kids no matter the age. It's great to have that many people invested in working with the kids but bottom line confusion will reign.
How about sitting down with the new coach and help him develop a...
So true! Academics are your best way to get money. My DD plays DII ball and receives a 1/2 scholarship. All academically based. She played rec, rec all stars and travel. The money is not out there unless you are a Cat Osterman, Jennie Finch or Jessica Mendoza. Let the kids play the game...
Playing rec ball is just that "REC"! Let her have fun playing! Does she like the coach? Her teammates? Is she having FUN? There you are! She is 12 not 15 or 16. There is nothing wrong having her play rec. Just make sure that the rec coach knows that any conflicts the school and travel...
iasoftballmom:
As a high school coach I want a kid who is coachable, dedicated and confident. What better way to build confidence than to allow her to be the "top gun". Moving her up too early could have an adverse result and reinforce bad habits. Again, too much too fast. I have found kids...
fastpitch5:
As a high school coach I have had several college coaches share with me that the burn out rate of players is rising. Too much, too fast. Let your DD play in the rec league. Does the league have an All Star team? Play with them. She is 12, she has at least 5 more years of ball...
Quincy:
You are right on! I coached in our local Babe Ruth (Rec) League years ago and now coach High School Varsity. Having an above average player on the rec team makes all the other players better. They strive to be as good as that above average player. Keep up the great work of...
Pitcherdad:
Being a coach and a coach of a DD pitcher (now playing college ball) I have seen this happen but not both to the same pitcher.
If I understand your post the problem could be resolved with two drills. The first (dropping the head): If her hair is long enough for a pony tail, hold...
Interesting replies. As a high school coach and a summer travel team coach, I believe training (development) out weighs winning tournaments. It is my opinion that travel teams should be working on skills to help players develop to the best of their ability. To many "coaches" stress winning...
A way to fix the leaning is to hold her pony tail a few times so that she can feel the muscles needed to use for proper mechanics.
The way to do this is: Have her get in ready position, hold (not pull) the pony tail up (above the head) and walk with her as she delivers her pitch. This is very...
Let her try it. My suggestion would be to find a high school or college player in the area. I believe your DD will relate better to them and will be apt to work harder. Plus, it won't be as expensive.
Good luck!
The Assumption College softball coaches and players will be conducting a two day clinic on July 13 & 14 at Windham High School in Windham, NH.
For information contact Coach Hedge at: coachhedge@comcast.net or visit Windham High School Jaguars
Here in New Hampshire we begin the first 2 sometimes 3 weeks in the gym :( At the moment (at least in the southern part of the state) it looks good to be outside (knock on wood) for the first weekend of April.
Very good posts! Has anyone asked the kid if they even want to play the sport? Obbay, you make a great point, there is a need for quality coaching. I have coached at the rec, travel and HS varsity levels and have seen the "crazy" parent at each. I coached my DD (now playing college ball) and...