Just found out our 10U team has to play in the 12U division this weekend because of not enough 10U teams. Our girls, including my DD have to go back 5 ft and use the 12" balls. We tried it last night and it didn't work out well for our pitchers. We have another practice game tomorrow. I took my DD out tonight to practice, it started out horrible and got a little better. A few days just isn't enough time to get them prepared. Plus, our catchers are missing everything and runs are scoring constantly. Okay, end of rant!
Moving from 35-40 ft and bigger ball in one day!
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This is in my opinion the toughest adjustment a young pitcher will ever have to make. It took my dd months to finally get consistent again. (That was 5 long years ago) 
Make her start practicing on a rubber set at 45'... when she goes back to 40' it will appear "soooo close!" I'm quoting my dd from back then!
Make her start practicing on a rubber set at 45'... when she goes back to 40' it will appear "soooo close!" I'm quoting my dd from back then!
Why do they "have" to play? They are at a distinct disadvantage, that won't benefit anyone.
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Find another tournament.
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It is an adjustment not just for pitchers, but everyone. Took my DD a little bit to get used to fielding and throwing the bigger ball even. It was popping out of her glove alot the first week or so.
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Find another tourney. Ball size alone will be a huge factor for all of the younger girls who have not yet used one. It is not the kids fault that there is not enough players, why make them suffer?
Find another tournament, travel, play a couple of scrimmage games with local teams, schedule a friendly RR....
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