Confucius and Ball
Only two things can last forever —
an old baseball mitt
with softened leather
and a double-header
delayed by
stormy weather.
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Alone At The Plate
He pulls on a helmet, picks up the bat,
and walks to the plate, "gotta hit and that's that."
The crowd starts to yell, the game's on the line,
last inning, two outs, the score's nine to nine.
Dad yells, "Go get it," Mom wrings her hands,
coach hollers, "hit it," but alone there he stands.
Heroes are made in seconds such as this,
but he's just a little boy, what if he should miss?
Years after this game's ended and he's little no more,
will he remember the outcome or even the score?
No he'll have forgotten if he was out, hit, or a run,
he'll only look back on his friends and the fun.
So cheer this boy on, alone with his fate;
help him remember with fondness this stand at the plate.
Spend your time wisely and help in his quest
to be a hitter with confidence and always his best.
And when the game's over, this boy can stand tall,
for you've helped him prepare to give it his all!
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Conduct: Youth Baseball
The mission of youth baseball is to assist youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. With that in mind, the following code of conduct should be adhered to by all coaches, parents and spectators who participate in or attend any youth baseball event.
1. I will encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy and by demonstrating positive support for all
players, coaches, officials and spectators.
2. I will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player or parent such as
booing, taunting or using profane and abusive language and gestures.
3. I will never ridicule or yell at any participant for making a mistake or losing a competition.
4. I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question or confront coaches or
umpires.
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The Little League Parent/Volunteer Pledge
I will teach all children to play fair and do their best
I will positively support all managers, coaches and players
I will respect the decisions of the umpires
I will praise a good effort despite the outcome of the game
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NATIONAL JR. BETA CLUB
The National Beta Club is a leadership-service organization whose purpose is to stimulate effort, reward achievement, and to encourage and assist its members to continue their education after high school. The qualifications include worthy character, credible achievement, commendable attitude, and a 3.5 GPA to enter. To remain a member, a 3.0 GPA must be maintained.
Yogi said....
"Nobody goes to that restaurant anymore, it's too crowded."
Brooks Robinson: How to Straighten Your Throws
Legendary third baseman for the Baltimore Orioles, Brooks Robinson is tied for the MLB record with 16 Gold Glove awards. He holds 10 career fielding records for third basemen, and led American League third basemen in fielding percentage 11 times.
"Whether throwing to a base, or simply playing catch, the best thing to do is step toward your target. I had an accurate arm, but my arm got stronger just by throwing a lot."
The best thing to do is to step towards the base you are throwing to.
Mix in some long tosses to make your arm stronger.
To straighten out your throw, get on top of the ball.
If you throw 3/4 over the top, do not let your arm drop to the side.
Always try to hold the ball across the seam.
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