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| March 4 hitt2 353 posts | Something different to discuss I'm asking for input on addressing a situation that has come before me. Last year my granddaughter asked me to coach her fast pitch team in city league. She had played on traveling teams in the past and wanted to take a year off. I told her yes. Met with the team after the draft and learned that out of 11 girls 6 had played before. Spoke with the parents and explaining goals set for each player and provided a practice schedule. I was amazed at the effort and commitment the girls and parent had all season. (Never once did a parent complain about what was being taught to their kids or the length of practice. They learned quickly and went through the schedule undefeated. The third game of the playoffs they loss the first game of the season. Then used what they learned in practice to get through the loser bracket to win the championship. The first team in the league history to win both league and the championship tourney. They all excelled not only on the field but in the classroom. 3 players became consistent pitcher, with the help of a solid catcher. Now to the concern: The Catcher She's a healthy girl, with one of the best attitudes a coach could want. It was 102 degree in 5th inning she was running out of gas. I had pulled her. She got so upset with me and tried to stay behind the plate to help get the win. I moved her to 1b knowing how her teammate would support her. She was our most consistent big bopper at the plate, batting over .750 for the year. She wanted to make the school J.V. team this year. She spent the winter working out with her cousin the varsity catcher and got even better. She went to try outs and did everything to demonstrate her worth to the team. She hit well and made her throws, hustling everywhere. She didn't make the squad. My granddaughter called and told me about it and asked me to speak with her. I spoke with the girls’ mother first to get the inside info. She stated her daughter did great at the tryout. Even her cousin thought she had made the squad. I asked what went wrong. She express that the catcher picked was from the new coaches travel team. The school’s coach had to step down because of family health issues. The new coach stepped in; his daughter is a pitcher on the team. He selected his travel team catcher. I was asked what could be done. Sadly I could only suggest she continue playing and provided suggestion on how to get on a travel team in another nearby town. Should I go to the school and speak to the coach about his selection or talk to the athletic Dir. To see if something could be worked out? The girl has talent and if given the chance could go on to be outstanding at catcher, 1b or 3b. Any ideas. |
