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    Tell on a rise

    DD got bested by a nasty rise every at bat the other day. The pitcher really had nothing but a natural rise, but it was very effective in shutting down our batters. I'm wondering if there's anything we could look for. This pitcher only plays HS ball, no travel, so it's not like she's used to...
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    Overcoached at C?

    Just want to get an opinion from other coaches. DD is starting catcher on 16u B team. Has only been catching for 2 years, but has learned well on the job and in clinics. She works very well with her pitcher to the point where the 2 of them could probably call their own game. My issue is this...
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    Immature Teammates

    Looking for any advice, or at the very least, commiseration. How do you handle teammates who behave immaturely and goof off? Don't watch practice? Sit by the outfield during games? DD is a pro, shows up to work, but several, while very talented girls, are there to goof off. This is a 16u A...
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    Gift for Coaches?

    First a shameless parent brag: DD's 16U team has the best coaches EVER. I really cannot believe how fortunate we are to make a team with incredible coaches, great girls, and wonderful parents. It has really been the most amazing season. We are staying together next year, but likely losing an...
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    Glove Size Recommendation

    Hi there. DD is 14 playing 16U with a 12.5 glove. What size should she get in a catchers mitt? She has one, doesn't know the size, but says it's too small. Appreciate any advice, thanks!
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    Done With Softball?

    I know softball is about DD, but oof, she cut me to the core in telling me yesterday she's over travel ball and wants to do something different next year. Anyone been in this position? She likes her team, likes her teammates, has learned a ton, but is a 3rd string pitcher who really doesn't...
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    2016 LS LXT - Return?

    Just wondering if anyone had this experience with a 2016 LS LXT: where the bat joins, DD is able to twist it. Is LS easy to deal with?
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    Advice on More Structured Practice

    DD is 13, 3rd string pitcher on a 16UB travel team. She has been in consistent lessons for 1.5 years. I am happy with her PC but she’s not very disciplined when it comes to practicing on her own. Her travel coach and PC have both told her she needs to pitch 300 balls/week and she has a couple...
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    Nervous Mom - First Tournament at 16U A

    This is more a vent than anything else, but if anyone has any words of wisdom, PLEASE chime in. DD is 13 playing on what was supposed to be a new 14U A team. She formerly played rec ball for a very weak organization. This team could only field 9 true 14U’s so we moved up to 16U. Had we known...
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    USA Elite Select etc etc - Legit?

    I received something about tryouts for a USA elite select softball all American games. Is this for real or just a rouse to spend my money? There's a suspicious number of buzzwords in all that.
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    Antsy-Should We Be Doing More?

    After an exhaustive nearly 6 consecutive days of tryouts (for 2 teams, made both, chose team of her dreams) 3 weeks ago, we are just waiting for practices to start. HC will commence practice after school has started and routine has taken hold, so probably not for another 2 weeks. DD has been off...
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    What If You're NOT Looking For a Scholarship?

    Apologies if this has been answered before, but what are your options if you're not looking for a scholarship? My scenario: 14U DD of course dreams of the SEC, specifically Alabama. In my opinion, she does not yet show the skill set/work ethic to make it to a D1 school. DH thinks I'm too hard...
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    Tournament Balls

    Apparently, we've been in the dark about this: DD needs to practice with tournament balls? I understand they're expensive. Any good suggestions as to where to get them? Thank you!
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    14U B Travel Tryout Advice

    We have tryouts lined up over the next few weeks for DD ’02 14U. She’s been with the same local program for the last 5 years, playing rec the first 4 years, then C travel 2014-2015. I read the earlier thread regarding “tryout notice translator” that of course has me guarded regarding tryouts...
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    At What Point Do You Stop

    DD is on a C level 14U travel team, having played rec since 10U in a non-softball area. DD wants to play in college as a pitcher. We’ve invested time and money with a local pitching coach that was more cheerleader than teacher. DD’s level of commitment to her team and team practice is very...

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