If your DD is playing college softball for the first time, you might find her thinking, "Uh, what is going on? I used to be really good. Now, I'm barely mediocre."
The reality: Your 18YOA girl is now playing against 22YOA women. Mentally, physically and experientally, the deck is stacked against your DD.
Most likely, there will be days when she gets overwhelmed. It will get better...your DD needs to plan to work harder and smarter in the off-season. As your DD matures and gets more games under her belt, she will get better and she will become more competitive.
Failure is part of sports. Be supportive, and remind her that her best days are ahead of her.
The reality: Your 18YOA girl is now playing against 22YOA women. Mentally, physically and experientally, the deck is stacked against your DD.
Most likely, there will be days when she gets overwhelmed. It will get better...your DD needs to plan to work harder and smarter in the off-season. As your DD matures and gets more games under her belt, she will get better and she will become more competitive.
Failure is part of sports. Be supportive, and remind her that her best days are ahead of her.