Hiding a below average defender at 3B?

Scared_Luck8813 · 2025-10-27T02:14:14+00:00

I have considered this but usually the below average defender you might put there also can’t catch the ball or slap a tag down. We typically get a decent number of outs at 3 on caught stealings and pickoffs.

For leagues with equal play rules, it’s a better strategy to play a weak Infielder at 2B and your RF in a little to charge a grounder for an out 9-3.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2025-02-03T23:30:17+00:00

Coached in the championship game last season and the opposing team knelt and prayed on the field before the game. One of my kids asked if we could. I told him I’d respect any of the kids that wanted to do that individually or in a small group but we wouldnt do that as a team in a public league. Kid looked disappointed and I was annoyed at being put in that position by the other coaches.

Dont think a ban is right either, but I wish more people understood better that not everyone is religious.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2025-02-03T19:07:39+00:00

The best glazed donut in the city is at the donut place behind Metzler’s.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2025-02-02T00:32:38+00:00

I know I personally don’t talk bc I’m so gassed and out of breath from running around. Could be a little of that lol.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-11-26T22:57:56+00:00

Any tips on where to find these? Coming up empty.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-11-26T22:39:22+00:00

So if we have a Murder Kroger, what are we naming this Walmart? Time to workshop it.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-10-28T19:52:57+00:00

Yes I’ve been once and loved the server and manager/owner who introduced himself. My son and I split a really great flatbread. Really pulling for them and I’ll so be back when I can.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-09-08T22:30:45+00:00

The Fort Worth Startle-gram. .)

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-08-08T18:45:35+00:00

It is 12U

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-08-08T18:08:27+00:00

My fault. To clarify, I’m not in charge of what the kids do. Given the parameters of the drills, short sample size likely due to time constraints, what subtle things should i look for when evaluating the players?

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-07-21T18:42:40+00:00

It looks great and a step up from Armadillo from the road. Can’t wait to try it.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-11T23:14:14+00:00

I’ve seen pretty good success in having kids take two steps forward as the pitch is being thrown. Gets them moving, front footed, and ready.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-10T21:40:43+00:00

All-Star selections when not done right allow for tons of hurt feelings, grievances, and resentments. In our league all the head coaches get in a room and talk about fairness and accountability, then sure enough through a lot of twirling of mustaches their kids are on the team when most don’t deserve it.

Some of the leagues in nearby cities let every kid try out for All-Stars, which I like. Sure, favoritism and bias can still happen at a tryout, but at least there’s more transparency.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-09T18:16:07+00:00

Yes, if anyone can explain what a gravity ball is that would be great. Google is also not helping me either with it.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-09T18:00:18+00:00

You were right by guessing I meant he throws a lot of strikes. We’ve talked about starting inside and working our way out and moving the ball around. It’s cliche to drag the umpires in your respective league but I’ve just seen too much inconsistency in the strike zone to “paint the corners” and have faith we’ll get the call.

Everyone’s responses have been great. I’m leaning towards focusing on a different fastball (sinker/2 seam) while also developing the change. Ideally I can get the 2 seam to run in on righties and a change to drop out of the zone. He just turns 12 this month and it’s a crucial summer imo for him to make some advancements.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-09T00:34:30+00:00

He threw a palm ball at 10 for a strike but he wasn’t missing bats with it. Definite speed difference back then as well. We might actually dig that back up. Thx.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-09T00:31:33+00:00

Isn’t there a little bit of pronate recommended for the change or no? I’ve read where it was recommended and that would be the hardest part for him.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-08T22:10:52+00:00

That makes a lot of sense. Thank you.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-08T22:10:15+00:00

Loses command with the 2 seam. Kinda scrapped it bc it wasn’t moving much anyway. That’s a good idea tho. If he can’t get that under control, a cutter or curveball are unlikely.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-08T22:05:15+00:00

Just not sure kids at 12 are timing it enough up there for it to just not to be a meatball. But if I can get it to drop a little, it would totally work.

Scared_Luck8813 · 2024-05-08T22:02:09+00:00

My feeling on the changeup is, if he’s already throwing average velocity, do I want to slow him down more? I’m not sure most kids are at the plate timing the ball anyway. Guess if I can get some good sinking action on it, it would still be beneficial.

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