It sounds to me that this is not an offically sanctioned Little League organization. If it is they should lose their charter because everything I've read so far goes againts their by-laws. Also, if in fact the case was that he was a "safety concern" and the organization is willing to field a...
Here in Ohio I would venture to say that the 38-45 mph would be about average for most of the better pitchers and we have some that can push high 40's low 50's occasionally and those are generally the 11 y.o. 10U eligible girls who find that they are not quite as dominant when they lose that 5'...
I agree with some of the earlier posters, at no time are my players permitted to question an umpire's decision. That is the responsibility of the coaching staff if the need arises. As for the umpire, a warning to the coach should have been sufficient. If the girl reacts again she will be tossed...
I agree with most of the Posters on this issue and there have been several good points made but let me relay an experience I had as a coach at the 12u level. I had a young lady who was one of my most productive hitters. She hardly struck out , managed to get the bat to the ball and had...
Our HS program is up. First time in a few years we are able to field a JV team. The main reasons I believe are a coach who works with the youth in the community and a sucessful program. Its good to see the numbers rising.
I would have done the same. You were hired to head the program and should be allowed to do so. It is not fair to anyone (the $$ girl, the true #1 or the remainder of the team) to jeopardize the teams chances because of a financial contribution. I also, think that this would need to be discussed...