The grass is always greener...

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Well said, Jamie!
I wish you would have bought GFOD!
Our area could use you and your organization!

WANTED: QUALITY, CARING, REPUTABLE, SOFTBALL ORGANIZATIONS IN RICHLAND, ASHLAND & WAYNE COUNTIES!

Interested parties only.......and please hurry!

 

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Before I start, DON'T AMBUSH ME! But,...Seems the most familiar scenario is "Pitchers and Pitchers parents getting ticked-off because their kid isn't getting enough time on the mound". ?There is always 1, on every team, that doesn't get to throw as much, and that 1 is usually "miffed" most of the season. ?As a parent of a pitcher, I understand. ?

How much extra money in private coaching does your infield or outfield fork out every year. Parents of pitchers are shelling out a lot more money and time every year. How often is dad/mom out in the yard throwing pop ups or ground balls to their dd's on their own (not including team practice because pitchers have to be at team practices too) I am talking about time that pitchers put in outside of all the other time they put in as a team.

If your dd gets picked up as a pitcher/player then they should be given a fair shot. I do not believe in the "she's my #1 pitcher or my #2 pitcher. Every situation calls for different talent. Pitchers are talented in different areas. Do I want my dd to pitch every game? Absolutely not. I want all the pitchers to be used according to their abilities. As coaches do your homework. Find out what kind of hitters the team you are playing has. Change your pitching according to that. If that teams offense is doing it's job they are figuring out the pitcher and will begin to hit. When that happens you should be using your other talented pitchers to throw them off again. As coaches it is up to you to utilize your talent pool to win games. If you lose a game because you were outplayed so be it. Just don't lose a game because you were out coached! IMHO

 

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Wolfpack it is nice to see the honesty that you show in your post. ?I would also take the blame for any bad decisions that were made on my teams, even if I am not always the head coach. ?I am still a coach and should voice my opinion if I see something going on that shouldn't be. ?Luckily I haven't had to deal with this one yet. ?

One thing that the parents have to remember is that we as coaches sometimes make bad decisions too. ?We are only human. ?As long as we try to be as fair and honest as we can nothing more should be expcected of us. ?Sure the grass will look greener on the other side at times. ?But as you stated check out your facts well before you make the jump.

Good luck to you Jamie. ?

Greg Levans

 

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That' all anyone can ask. Player and coaches should always be fair and honest.

In a perfect world..... :-*

 

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Jamie - My DD's team knocked heads with your teams many times over the years, and was one of the teams in your inagural Best of the Best. DD's coach always had utmost respect for your organization, and it was always a battle everytime we played - just what fastpitch is all about. When her coach talked about the toughest, most competitive teams he ever played, the Wolfpack was always on that very short list. And that's why your organization has earned my respect. My DD is playing college ball in your neck of the woods now. It's tournaments like the one you host that provide great showcase opportunities for the girls. I'm sure things aren't perfect in your organization, but no organization can please everyone all the time! Kudos - and keep up the good work.

 

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Wow
When I posted this, I never expected such a response. ?I think many people missed the point and that's ok too. ?I too want what is best for my dd, and will always look out for her best interest. ?However, like many others have said, I realize that coaches are human and that they are volunteers. ?They will make mistakes and just because they don't see it your way, doesn't mean they are wrong. ? Whatever a parent decides to do, they should do it in a respectful manner. ?Tell the coach. ?No matter what the reason, at least do that. ?Try to leave on good terms because you never know when the grass that you move to will turn brown. ?And... believe it or not, the coaches do care about the kids. ?
Thanks to everyone for the response. I have learned a lot. ?