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FP26

FP26

Jul 16, 2013
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Reaperjet,

The journey can be difficult at times. But if your daughter truly enjoys it and her family is supportive of her efforts, it will end up being a positive experience regardless of the results or where it leads. I remember getting stressed when my DD was that age. She wanted to pitch, so we started working on the side. Then eventually found a pitching coach and then moved to travel ball. There have been times during the journey that I thought another position may be better for her. But she refused to let go of pitching. That is what she wanted to do. She has worked hard, has experienced some failures, and some successes. Earlier this week I received a SnapChat from her. It just contained three words "I did it!" with a picture of her college's softball roster. Her journey has taken her exactly where she wants to be, and that could very well happen for your DD as well. Try your best not to get discouraged and enjoy the ride as much as you can. Best of luck!
 
WARRIORMIKE

WARRIORMIKE

Pro-Staff Everything
Oct 5, 2009
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Yea man. I just called the WAAAAAAAMBULANCE on your rear. HAAAA


Ok so seriously. She is learning. I was in the same boat when my dd was your kids age. I took Warriorangela out of games and used better pitchers that could get it over the plate. However, I still took her to lessons. Kept working with her and now she is starting pitcher for HS and current travel team. My dd is not a flamethrower. She moves the ball well, very well. Is your dd going to get hit on, yes. Who the "F" cares. Would you rather have your dd acting like "Little Tay" or play ball and be a better human in society? Remember, keep working. Learn from every game. She will fall, but how she gets back up is what counts.

My dd last year at her first CIF game pitched one hell of a game. Her defense let her down. With the stick, she hit a homer that brought in three RBI's. She did her job in that game. However because we lost, she was to blame. Was she mad cause our defense had six errors in that game? You bet your butt she was hot. She knew that the team wasn't hungry for the win. That was the frustrating part. She cried, but I was there to hug her and take her out for sushi afterwards. Coming on to this year, she may have a new role. Possible team captain. So with this she has to step up again. We lost 12 seniors and have gained 12 freshman and few sophmores for varsity so young team. I let her know that maybe this team will get "hungry" want want the title. Also if she does get this position, she will have to step up her leadership role. My point in all of this is to let you know Softball is a Rodeo. Ups and Downs. Some days you will lover it, others it will beat you down. You are a parent. Not a coach . Know your role and title. This will get better, I promise as long as she continues to work.
 
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julray

May 12, 2016
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WARRIORMIKE said:
Yea man. I just called the WAAAAAAAMBULANCE on your rear. HAAAA


Ok so seriously. She is learning. I was in the same boat when my dd was your kids age. I took Warriorangela out of games and used better pitchers that could get it over the plate. However, I still took her to lessons. Kept working with her and now she is starting pitcher for HS and current travel team. My dd is not a flamethrower. She moves the ball well, very well. Is your dd going to get hit on, yes. Who the "F" cares. Would you rather have your dd acting like "Little Tay" or play ball and be a better human in society? Remember, keep working. Learn from every game. She will fall, but how she gets back up is what counts.

My dd last year at her first CIF game pitched one hell of a game. Her defense let her down. With the stick, she hit a homer that brought in three RBI's. She did her job in that game. However because we lost, she was to blame. Was she mad cause our defense had six errors in that game? You bet your butt she was hot. She knew that the team wasn't hungry for the win. That was the frustrating part. She cried, but I was there to hug her and take her out for sushi afterwards. Coming on to this year, she may have a new role. Possible team captain. So with this she has to step up again. We lost 12 seniors and have gained 12 freshman and few sophmores for varsity so young team. I let her know that maybe this team will get "hungry" want want the title. Also if she does get this position, she will have to step up her leadership role. My point in all of this is to let you know Softball is a Rodeo. Ups and Downs. Some days you will lover it, others it will beat you down. You are a parent. Not a coach . Know your role and title. This will get better, I promise as long as she continues to work.
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Great post.. but tough dad. Seriously sushi after a tough game, whatever happened to ice cream? :).. JK. Everybody always looks to the pitcher after a loss.. it's just plain ignorance. Same as hockey, goaltender takes the brunt of it all.
 
Eric F

Eric F

May 24, 2013
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So Cal
At the end of the game, no matter the result, there is only one thing to say...

"I'm so proud of you. I love watching you play. Let's go get some ice cream."

EDIT: ^^^ Advice from a guy who didn't do this the right way for too long.
 
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Eric F

Eric F

May 24, 2013
12,461
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So Cal
julray said:
Great post.. but tough dad. Seriously sushi after a tough game, whatever happened to ice cream? :).. JK. Everybody always looks to the pitcher after a loss.. it's just plain ignorance. Same as hockey, goaltender takes the brunt of it all.
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Ice cream vs. sushi = 10U vs. HS
 
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julray

May 12, 2016
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WARRIORMIKE said:
Haaa I did sound all snobby huh. Like pass be the Grey Poupon! LMAO

Like EricF said. Yea HS girls are a little more expensive.
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LOL.. MY DD just entered HS, I know what you mean. But if she starts asking for sushi, there's no more ice cream for dad,:)
 
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