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To me it depends on the kid's personality and age. Some kids would find that situation discouraging and eventually lose interest. Personally I want my kid on a team where she's top 7. I don't need or even want her to be top dog on the team but I want her to play. She wants to play. She'd hate being on a team with a lot of sitting the bench. If we found ourselves on a team where her experience and/or talent lagged significantly I'd want to step it down a bit. Mine is only 10 though, and barely 10 at that. What she likes is being a starter. So #1 or #2 pitcher, and some starting position so that she's not a regular on the bench. And top half of the lineup so if they bat 9, she's in that 9 every time. JMO. That doesn't mean I don't think they should have to work hard. My kiddo works her butt off and loves it. I just prefer her to not be so outclassed we risk giving her a complex. lol
I love a rigorous practice (as does the kid) but crying and puking does not sound like much fun.
I love a rigorous practice (as does the kid) but crying and puking does not sound like much fun.