Development Zone^®

Speaking as a past Little League Baseball and Softball coach, here are some observations and considerations.

Work with the player to set up clear, consistent, and simple expectations for positive things he can do.

Her body language says that she is bored and she complains a lot about practically every aspect of the game.

Before making any sort of accusation, you would be well-served to communicate with the school to understand.

One of the things I’ve noticed that truly great coaches have in common is that they are insatiable learners.

If a coach ignores pitch count or playing time rules, he is willing to win at the cost of his players

What is PCA’s viewpoint on the show *Friday Night Tykes * that sensationalizes screaming coaches and parents?

Assess the current culture as if you were a brand new family entering the program for the first time.

Talk to the coach in private during a calm time to let him know how his behavior affects you and the players.

While it won’t be easy, you have an opportunity to teach your son a challenging skill he will surely need.