Clint started Rookies this year. This means the coach pitches to him, and if after 4 pitches they don't hit the ball, the tee comes out. The kids are still chasing butterflies, jumping on the base, and building dirt castles. He had a game today and the coaches decided to do a third inning. In the middle of an inning one kid wanted to see if the coach could pick him up by one leg (he could) two boys were digging in the dirt around third base, and if someone hit the ball the entire team ran after it and tackled each other to get their hands on it. Finally one kid yelled out "I wanna go home". I felt his pain. But I was also pleased to see a few coaches dedicated to coaching such small boys. I teach kindergarten and you couldn't pay me enough to coach a baseball team full of 5 year olds!!! But much of the game is spent cheering for the kid who hits the ball (no matter what team they're on). Its truly a joy to watch such small parents and not care who wins or loses (since in fact it's impossible to win or lose in rookies). GOOOOOO Rockies!!!
Now this catcher is fun to watch. She has learned so many great skills. She is the starting catcher on her traveling team, and typically starts in her league team, although the coach likes to try all girls in all positions. I am very impressed by her dedication to learning new things, and retaining them.
Unlike Clint's games, Katie's can be difficult. I know kids on all the teams because of my job, and Katie's experience on the traveling team, so I cheer for them all. I still don't care what team the girls are on I am cheering for any good hits, and good plays. But sadly, as we all have experienced, some parents have such a desire to watch their child win, they make nasty comments, or start fights, or something ridiculous that ruins to game for everyone. It doesn't happen often but it does happen. I urge everyone to go out and enjoy the game for the sake of a game. Win or lose know that this is a game, nothing life changing. Be the parent who is watching their child do their very best, and the parent who gets along with other spectators in the crowd. By a licorice rope at the snack shack and relax and have fun. Here in Wyoming we have had the most gorgeous week. Any excuse to be out in the sun is all that we need. GOOOO RSNB!!!!
Happy Spring everyone!!
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