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10 yr old son that has loved the game for 5 years says he still does, but is lethargic on the flield
by Ashlee
Which player won a MLB Batting Title last season?
Ashlee asked: First of all - love your site! He is undoubtedly bobbling ground balls because he is hurrying to compensate for the increased speed of the older kids, and his still 10 year old arm strength. He is also looking at much harder hit ground balls than he has had to deal with before. Base runners are beating him to the bag simply because he is not ready to play at that level, same with his hitting. His lethargic body language is showing his frustration that he is unable to successfully do the things on the field within this age group, that he has always done to date. He still loves the game; but he does not love the situation. At this point in the year, moving him back to the 10 year old division may not be an option. Rosters are set, and moving players around effects others as well. Try approaching the situation by emphasizing the head start he gets for next season. Next year, when he's 11, he will still have things to overcome; but he will be a year older. At that age, it makes a difference. While he will still be on the lower end of the age group; he will have experience with the game at that level that the other 11's won't have. That may provide him enough confidence to want to stay with it. Stay positive for him. I am sure he could use a boost right now. Look for improvements in his game and let him know you noticed. They don't have to be big; baseball is a game of many, many little things that make a difference. Good luck as you both move forward. I would be interested in hearing back from you on how things are going. Yours in baseball, Rick
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