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    Ump calls

    We have learned that it can happen a lot. As long as it’s the same zone for both sides, I’m good. If they aren’t calling where it misses, the catcher should ask in a polite way and take a trip to the circle. Pitcher may have to adjust. We’ve had Umps call pitches at the shins strikes and it...
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    Team Selection

    I think any opportunity to make a lateral move to a better organization is great. An opportunity to move to a higher level of play is even better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Cow Bell noise maker during live baall play

    What about relentless jeering of the opposing pitcher at 10u? Anyone have thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Hurricane Beryl

    Woah! Stay safe! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Tryout season…

    Anyone have experience with Bo Jackson Blast out of Lockport, Wheatland spikes out of Naperville, Wasco Diamonds, Crush Tidal Wave out of Barrington? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Tryout season…

    I just started looking at recent regional and national tournament results and noticed Illinois Chill were competitive in a few. Definitely worth checking out. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What’s the Deal with the Colored Tape on Catchers’ Chest Protectors?

    Report back! I want to try it out for my girls! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What’s the Deal with the Colored Tape on Catchers’ Chest Protectors?

    I saw a thing about this somewhere. Supposedly they use different colors as a method to calm the pitcher. So blue is a a calming color. Red or orange might be a different thing. Some psychology to it I’m sure. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    The journey continues but sort of really begins and a thank you to you all!

    She is in a decent travel program now which does have commits every year. We have really accelerated our research on this. She did her first came a few weeks ago. We plan to try for 3 or 4 next year and anything we can find in the winter during break. I would say her abilities are all hers...
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    Tryout season…

    I think it’s always good to have my older kid tryout for other teams in the event the current team folds or some other drama happens. At the very least, she gets to see other competition and it motivates her. I’ve checked softball connected, I’ve been going to the various teams websites that...
  11. M

    Rawlings R9 33” for bucket dad

    Both mine would. Drop and block, Dad! [emoji1782] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Rawlings R9 33” for bucket dad

    Not sure what velocity you’re up against. I use a mizuno 1st base glove and it’s fine for up to around 50mph. It was cheap and broke in easily. https://a.co/d/0gIcWLPD This one also comes in cheap and works just fine. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Looking for new fastpitch glove?

    I was recently on the hunt for a new glove for my 10u kid. Went to Dicks sporting goods and I thought the marucci caddo and Arcadia gloves were nice looking and felt somewhat broken in. Both under $150. My 10 year old decided she liked her current glove better-which is zip tied in one spot due...
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    Need More Than 3 Pitches?

    As a parent currently in the world of a 10u and 14u pitcher who have a great coach-that we were referred to by you all here on DFP-they both have learned a changeup but have not mastered it. When that pitch works for them, it is incredible to watch. However, most of the time it’s in the dirt or...
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    Moving to a competitive team or staying with friends on local team? Advice please!

    If your kid is playing to compete, she is better off playing with kids that have the same drive and goals. 9/10 is pretty young, but I have seen this first hand with the same age group-rec ball- some kids want to try and they learn a little and get a little better, the majority are playing in...
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    Beat the heat. Not a bat review.

    Oh. It’s for the parents. The kids need to stay warm. [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Beat the heat. Not a bat review.

    Just picked up the Ego misting fan-photo below. We have a few hot games ahead of us and I have had my eye on this fan for a bit. Pulled the trigger today since Lowe’s had a great sale on the Ego products. Usually my DDs swings and misses are enough to keep me cool, but they’ve been hitting...
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    New Louisville Slugger Kryo?

    Son of a nutcracker! I came across a worth 454 used on eBay. It was like $30 so I bought it for my DD as she wanted a longer bat. Says it’s drop 10, but I haven’t weighed it. She is a) too short for this bat b) can’t get any bat speed on this thing BUT she’s hit more with this than her previous...
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    New 10u dad from the Midwest.

    Welcome from another midwesterner. This has been a great resource for me. I hope you find the same. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    The journey continues but sort of really begins and a thank you to you all!

    My DD has some big goals. I’ve been perusing this forum and gaining a ton of advice and insight-so thank you to the people who share their knowledge and experiences as we navigate this game and community. As she enters HS after this summer, I didn’t think it was too early to start finding...

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