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As I recently began to post in a discussion on the website a couple people mentioned not seeing a profile for me.
So it brings this question.
Why add a profile?
Why does it matter what someone's profile is on the website?

>>>Seems responding to the conversation that's offered, regardless of profile, is most relevant?!
 
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As I recently began to post in a discussion on the website a couple people mentioned not seeing a profile for me.
So it brings this question.
Why add a profile?
Why does it matter what someone's profile is on the website?

>>>Seems responding to the conversation that's offered, regardless of profile, is most relevant?!
Everyone's entitled to their own opinion based on their experiences. However, would you not agree that someone with 30 years experience and has seen much more of a certain situation or overall bigger picture of it, probably has a more informed opinion than say, someone with a years experience? Without a profile, how serious should someone take some other's opinion? What experience do they bring to the table?

That's what profiles are for. To add legitimacy to an opinion.
 

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I agree with yocoach. Profiles have their purpose but to my knowledge it is not a requirement you share.

The only profile I recall looking at recently is my own. I did this to see if I needed to update it. I've never looked at SbSpirit's profile. I've looked at very few. Honestly, I applaud people for taking the time to look at them. It makes sense. It's just not a common practice of my own.

To me, everyone is welcome to an opinion. I do not read every thread. I do try to read every post on the threads that I do read before typing. Some times others post before I can submit mine and some times the info becomes redundant or my opinions won't match others. I can't remember deleting a post but I have edited my own, normally for spelling or grammar. If I reverse a thought on a topic I try to make reference to that point in a new post.

I'm not defending myself. I'm simply trying to point out my personal thought process. Everyone on here has their own unique way of dealing with issues. I respect that--------even when I don't agree.

The only way to ease somebody's pain is to respond with open and honest dialog, just as we share our knowledge and experience on subjects dealing with fundamentals, mechanics, and strategies in our game. Some times the truth hurts. To simply ignore a thread of a venting nature when some healthy advice can be shared doesn't give the author any insight how to avoid or bring about a positive change. Perhaps we should leave some posts alone but I feel people that write on this forum are expectant of advice and opinions.

Some times the message isn't understood.
 

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Everyone's entitled to their own opinion based on their experiences. However, would you not agree that someone with 30 years experience and has seen much more of a certain situation or overall bigger picture of it, probably has a more informed opinion than say, someone with a years experience? Without a profile, how serious should someone take some other's opinion? What experience do they bring to the table?

That's what profiles are for. To add legitimacy to an opinion.
So from what you're saying you need someone's experience to be able to qualify or quantify their comments?

>>>For me, what matters in those conversations is the topic at hand and the conversation that's being offered.
 
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I agree with yocoach. Profiles have their purpose but to my knowledge it is not a requirement you share.

The only profile I recall looking at recently is my own. I did this to see if I needed to update it. I've never looked at SbSpirit's profile. I've looked at very few. Honestly, I applaud people for taking the time to look at them. It makes sense. It's just not a common practice of my own.

To me, everyone is welcome to an opinion. I do not read every thread. I do try to read every post on the threads that I do read before typing. Some times others post before I can submit mine and some times the info becomes redundant or my opinions won't match others. I can't remember deleting a post but I have edited my own, normally for spelling or grammar. If I reverse a thought on a topic I try to make reference to that point in a new post.

I'm not defending myself. I'm simply trying to point out my personal thought process. Everyone on here has their own unique way of dealing with issues. I respect that--------even when I don't agree.

The only way to ease somebody's pain is to respond with open and honest dialog, just as we share our knowledge and experience on subjects dealing with fundamentals, mechanics, and strategies in our game. Some times the truth hurts. To simply ignore a thread of a venting nature when some healthy advice can be shared doesn't give the author any insight how to avoid or bring about a positive change. Perhaps we should leave some posts alone but I feel people that write on this forum are expectant of advice and opinions.

Some times the message isn't understood.
Nice read!
 

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Thank you for people's feedback.

What I notice about softball and really like is the diversity of perspectives, game strategies, and the different coaching Styles and parenting/player goals. It makes softball more interesting. Makes it important to pay attention so people can find our way through what softball offers.

Things like just because a coach has been around for a long time doesn't mean they are running good practices. And a new person to softball just because they are new can still facilitate great practices!

So in knowing this I focus on the conversations and details in those conversations and tend to ask questions to get a more rounded view of what the discussion is.

Thank you softball zone for having a place for people to discuss and learn about softball!
 
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Thank you for people's feedback.

What I notice about softball and really like is the diversity of perspectives and the different coaching Styles and parenting goals. It makes softball more interesting. Makes it important to pay attention so people can find our way through what softball offers.

Things like just because a coach has been around for a long time doesn't mean they are running good practices. And a new person to softball just because they are new can still facilitate great practices!

So in knowing this I focus on the conversations and details in those conversations and tend to ask questions to get a more rounded view of what the discussion is.

Thank you softball zone for having a place for people to discuss and learn about softball!
totally agree with this and let me add--- just because someone has played at the highest level doesn't mean they know how or are automatically a good coach either. Coaching is a lot different than playing. (not directed at you SB - just a statement that i feel is important because i have seen a few players think they are good coaches because they played the game in college) doesn't always work out that way.
 

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totally agree with this and let me add--- just because someone has played at the highest level doesn't mean they know how or are automatically a good coach either. Coaching is a lot different than playing. (not directed at you SB - just a statement that i feel is important because i have seen a few players think they are good coaches because they played the game in college) doesn't always work out that way.
Excellent comments.
Communication is a very key element in teaching and coaching. The word coach doesn't always convey that.
 

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So from what you're saying you need someone's experience to be able to qualify or quantify their comments?
Not at all. What I simply said was that experience adds some legitimacy to their opinions. If you would look on my profile, you would see my experience and that I am a hitting and catching instructor as well. What you wouldn't see is that I have 16 catchers that played or are currently playing at the college level that I taught with 4 more on the way. The same with hitters but they are more numerous.

I also know that there are 2 hitting coaches in my area with many more years in experience than myself that had 1 hitter play D1 simply because the players were athletic enough to surpass the crap mechanics (my opinion) they taught. Yes they had others play at lower levels but not many out of the thousands they have taught throughout their 30+ years. Does that make their opinions on hitting right? Absolutely not! Does that mean that mine are? Absolutely not but my success rate is MUCH higher in the past dozen years with my players that put the work in. Does that mean that their opinions on some of the mental aspects of hitting should be totally disregarded? Again, absolutely not. The better educated the PARENTS become during this journey, the better informed decisions they can make. That said, your last line is 100% correct. However, you asked a question and I attempted to answer it because overall, that is exactly what profiles are for. Either way you look at it, remember the old adage of, "Opinions are like a$$holes. Everyone has one and they usually stink!";)
 
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Not at all. What I simply said was that experience adds some legitimacy to their opinions. If you would look on my profile, you would see my experience and that I am a hitting and catching instructor as well. What you wouldn't see is that I have 16 catchers that played or are currently playing at the college level that I taught with 4 more on the way. The same with hitters but they are more numerous.

I also know that there are 2 hitting coaches in my area with many more years in experience than myself that had 1 hitter play D1 simply because the players were athletic enough to surpass the crap mechanics (my opinion) they taught. Yes they had others play at lower levels but not many out of the thousands they have taught throughout their 30+ years. Does that make their opinions on hitting right? Absolutely not! Does that mean that mine are? Absolutely not but my success rate is MUCH higher in the past dozen years with my players that put the work in. Does that mean that their opinions on some of the mental aspects of hitting should be totally disregarded? Again, absolutely not. The better educated the PARENTS become during this journey, the better informed decisions they can make. That said, your last line is 100% correct. However, you asked a question and I attempted to answer it because overall, that is exactly what profiles are for. Either way you look at it, remember the old adage of, "Opinions are like a$$holes. Everyone has one and they usually stink!";)

I've said it before and say it till the end of time, if you are teaching the kids how to play the game wrong, time does not make it right. Wrong now will probably still be wrong 30 years from now or at least that's what I have observed the last 30 years. lol

I'm pretty sure yocoach is getting it right.

Oh and yocoach, my sh** doesn't stink. That's my story and I'm sticking to it...........lol
 

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I also know that there are 2 hitting coaches in my area with many more years in experience than myself
Does that make their opinions on hitting right? Absolutely not! Does that mean that mine are? Absolutely not . Does that mean that their opinions on some of the mental aspects of hitting should be totally disregarded? Again, absolutely not.
I've said it before and say it till the end of time, if you are teaching the kids how to play the game wrong, time does not make it right. Wrong now will probably still be wrong 30 years from now or at least that's what I have observed the last 30 years. lol
These comments are important feedback and express why a profile may be irrelevant.

Because people new to a sport could be educating themselves to start off in a good place. I look to the conversation being offered. They could have knowledge of playing other sports and the application of training and a plan to develop. Plus some people are better facilitators and communicators. Can have those skills previous to being in a sport.

Regarding mechanics, possibly more important, along with conversation, it is super useful to see video that supports what people are talking about because words alone may not show the whole picture.

While it can be fun to share those wonderful stories of sb students/players who have climbed the ladder to success.
imo, Those accomplishments belong to them. Their successes come from their dedication to work ethic! For that reason would not put those numbers of achievements on my own profile.
 
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All this because of a profile?
Well couple posters commented I didn't put in a profile, so what the heck thought I'd ask why it's important. Did bring out some insight about why it's important to some people. LOL or how it might not be important.
Much rather talk about softball. :)
 

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While it can be fun to share those wonderful stories of sb students/players who have climbed the ladder to success.
imo, Those accomplishments belong to them. Their successes come from their dedication to work ethic! For that reason would not put those numbers of achievements on my own profile.
I absolutely agree which is why they aren't in mine. The parents always try to thank me for how their player improved, succeeded in moving to higher level teams, playing college ball, etc., etc. I always respond by saying all I did was show them the way. They're the ones that worked their butts off to get where they are and/or where they're going.
 
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