I'll field that one. Most times that a player wants to play one last tournament with a team according to the parents is simply because the parents have now thought they have leverage (some other team to go to) and can extort more pitching, catching, fielding time or move them up in the batting order to satisfy the parent`s ego. The last time that happened to us, we told them, "go and good luck!" She's been trying to get back on the team ever since. The grass is usually greener on the other side of the fence because its usually fed with Bullsh1t.
I am not a big fan of poaching players from other teams.
The word poaching connotes actively pursuing a player. If a player comes to you on their own it's a different issue.
Not really. It depends on the circumstances.
Can you provide examples?
Unless I really know them, they have to do some workouts and at least 1 tournament as a guest before we talk about a full time spot. I think try before you buy is best for all concerned.
We've recently had a player from another organization/team texting and asking to come and try out for us. She's an outstanding player and I would love to get my hands on her. The response to the parents texts, "Bring copies of signed releases for all rosters and we'll try her out." They're still texting about tryouts but I haven't seen signed releases. Hmmm.
We've recently had a player from another organization/team texting and asking to come and try out for us. She's an outstanding player and I would love to get my hands on her. The response to the parents texts, "Bring copies of signed releases for all rosters and we'll try her out." They're still texting about tryouts but I haven't seen signed releases. Hmmm.