Good read.It's also important to know why someone may not want to continue playing.
Do they have other interests?
Do they feel too much pressure?
Is their performance not living up to their expectations or their perceived expectations of others?
Is their current experience (bad team, bad coaching, etc.) affecting their enjoyment?
Have they just been playing too much softball and need a break?
We should not make a kid feel like they're forced to play, but also, the underlying reasons might not be that big of a deal but it seems like a huge deal to them because they're kids and everything is magnified.
Sometimes they need a break. Sometimes they need to just find something new to do. And sometimes they just need a conversation to ease their minds about whatever is bothering them.
Let me ask as you are coach JD.
If a player is exhibiting not pleasant body language. Have you addressed this with parents? How did you bring it up? And how long would you allow this to remain on a roster? If I remember correctly you coach school ball (which might be a short season, not sure if this would affect a short season for you ?) Vs. if you are on a year long team would you have a standard to players disposition?
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