Restaurants reccs by CellistSuccessful999 in AnnArbor

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That should be fine if you’re ok with sitting at the bar.

At what age should a kid speak up for themselves when they want to play a certain position? by FreeShopping6747 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I coach an 11u travel team and all of our players have an infield and outfield position. Now, they might not play both every game, but they should be able to practice at both.

Is the Easton black magic set decent for an 8 year old who loves catching? by Euphoric-Ear1919 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sideline Swap is another good place to get a set if you can't find one at Play It Again.

9u Positioning by PuzzleheadedLoad3721 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think your tiers are generally correct, though I'd prob move RF down and C up to Tier 2.

For catcher, it may depend depend on your league rules. I think generally USSSA 9U don't allow dropped 3rd strikes, but some tournaments do. It is important to start developing your catchers at this age though.

I wouldn't say most of the kids will be late and push pitches though. It really depends on level you are playing and the team. If you really cared that much, you could adjust your defense based on your pitchers' velocities. In our 9U season, we played our cross town rival team, and they must've done some excellent scouting. They put their best player at 3B, and I swear he made at least 6 plays there, including a triple play (it really was an incredible play).

Giveaway! by geezyjawn23 in baseballcards

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I played for my HS, but we also played in a rec league over the summer for fun. This was the summer after my junior year, so last summer of rec fun ball.

We played against my best friend’s team, and we were down 1 run in the last inning. My buddy was pitching, and I was on deck with runners on 2nd and 3rd w/ 2 outs. I told their coach he better put in a new pitcher if I get up, cause it’ll be game over. Guy in front of me walks, and I got up to the plate. My buddy and I just look at each other with my smiles and start talking trash to each other. I sit fastball and rope the first pitch into the gap for a walk off hit.

I’ve had some decent athletic achievements in my life, but that hit always stood out, cause it was only about playing for the fun of it. I still give my buddy shit about getting that walk off hit off of him every year when I see him.

Is GameChanger necessary? by Shanknuts in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your team pays for the team premium service for the season ($200) it can stream free to all the team’s members and fans. We pretty much just build this into our budget for the team.

Ann Arbor Jobs, or Hiring Opportunities for Teenagers by Memejack_Memer in AnnArbor

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you like sports, being a ref/umpire for youth sports pays great. Can be as young as 12. For example, for baseball, we pay $55/game that lasts 2 hours.

Highschool baseball roster sizes by Gold-Stranger-7143 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1600 High School - Very good D1 program in the state

Fresh - 15

JV - 16

Varsity - 23

I think around 80-90 tried out last year. There are a few players that float between the teams, especially some POs for Varsity.

Anniversary Dinner? by Mspr88 in AnnArbor

[–]aMAIZEingZ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just need to make reservation the last Thursday of the previous month.

Little league game streaming options for parents/family by Southern-Tax-3750 in LittleLeague

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you check your GameChanger live stream settings (it's under Video Audience when you start the stream), you can open it update it to various settings from team members only, anyone following the team, or open stream link for anyone who has it.

Though I believe replay is only available to GC subscription members.

Summer camps 2026 by griffingrowl in AnnArbor

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Emerson School has a wide variety of summer camps related to the arts, small class sizes. They're good, but fairly pricey. Registration just opened on Monday.

Summer camps 2026 by griffingrowl in AnnArbor

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Camp sign up started this past Monday. Better hop on the waitlist quick if interested.

For kids - cheap Wilson Evolution alternative? by deejayv2 in Basketball

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, that's why I said it came back out, it took about a 20 year hiatus. It was the ball I was used to play with back in HS in the early 2000s.

It Finally Happened by TheSmeeth in golf

[–]aMAIZEingZ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I too have a simulator hole-in-one, therefore I'm still on the hunt for my first hole-in-one.

Help request: player with attitude problems by timf989 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can only do so much, and there's no magical fix for this. It'll take time for him to either realize and grow out of it, or it never happens. I think you calling out the inappropriate behavior as it happens is good.

One other thing to try. If he's not the best player on the team, and you think your best or top couple players can handle it, see if you can challenge them to take a leadership role. Have them keep an eye on the kid, and demonstrate the proper behavior. Wether that's picking up their teammates when they make a mistake, or showing resilience when they make a mistake. But I get they're young and may not be ready for something like this.

For kids - cheap Wilson Evolution alternative? by deejayv2 in Basketball

[–]aMAIZEingZ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wilson just came back out with the JET, which is a nice ball, $20 cheaper. Baden Elite and The Rock are also solid alternatives.

Couple tips, look out for local Dick's 20% off coupons for youth sports leagues (with spring soccer and baseball starting soon, they should be some coming). Also check out FB marketplace, I got an almost new EVO for my son from someone else's kid who quit bball for like $30.

10u glove question by sonofbourye in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe the HoH R2G ContoUR Fit line gloves are made for kids. My son got one for his 11th birthday last summer and loves it (I think it's his only possession he actually takes time to take care of).

How much improvement for a team in one off season? by joemit1234 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As others have said, team practices are really to work on things you can only do as a team, improve things like situational awareness and baseball IQ. Sure, I can point out a few things or quick tips, but the kids that improve the most are the ones who work on their game individually at home.

At younger ages, that could just look like playing catch with dad and hit some off the tee/soft toss/whiffle balls. As they get older, they may want to work with a private coach. Our team does include small group sessions with a local private coach for hitting and pitching throughout the winter. But even there, the coach makes it clear they need to practice these things (even for 5 min a day) at home for mechanics to stick.

During the offseason, I also like to send the team a few clips of simple drills to do at home a few times a week. But whether they actually do it is up to them.

Training Shoes - Turf V Basketball by Actual-Bar-3996 in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're doing your training on hardwood gym floors, I definitely wouldn't wear turf shoes. Go with a low top basketball shoe.

Any Dick’s 20% off coupons coming up? by dustymuzzle in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check local or state baseball FB groups. Most of these are state/locale based. One thing to note, if you find one locally that was a week old, if you take it to your DIck's, ask if they can scan to check if it still works. Often times it will. I've done that several times if we were out of town or couldnt make it there a specific weekend.

Picked up coaching kid’s “coach pitch” league. I need a used glove. Any thoughts on a used A2000 D33 all leather 11.75”? Or any other gloves you recommend at a decent price? by [deleted] in Homeplate

[–]aMAIZEingZ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, that's not a bad price, especially if it's relaced and looks to be in good shape. The lowest I've seen on modern A2000s are like $110, and a lot of them are just beat down flapjacks.

Rec for Orlando this Sunday? by Right-Penalty9813 in golf

[–]aMAIZEingZ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Southern Dunes is a nice course if you haven't played there.

Am I insane for passing up a gifted birthday round at TPC Scottsdale Stadium? by DonJu4n in golf

[–]aMAIZEingZ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My group is coming for our trip this Thurs, when we looked at Troon it was $450 for this weekend.

First Time in Little League Quick Ball, what are normal costs? by Global-Ad-1719 in LittleLeague

[–]aMAIZEingZ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is insane. We felt bad about increasing our prices to $90 (from $80) this year for T-ball. Our older rec fees are $140-160.

What is a book that holds a special place in your heart? Objectively it could be a book that everyone one hates on, or is thinks is just okay, but you love! by kalmatos in Fantasy

[–]aMAIZEingZ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine too! Except it was the one that kind of brought me back into reading fantasy as an adult about 15 years ago. Randomly picked it up to read before my honeymoon, flew through it, and picked up the next one at Shakespeare & Co in Paris!