I simply have to go find the people that need Jesus. Very few will walk in my church doors on Sunday. He is 11, athletic, fast on his feet , 4'9" 75 pounds average size for his age. Cookie Notice Other parents might be emboldened to speak up. Certainly, both travel baseball and Little League proponents have some valid arguments and Ill try to dig a little deeper and explore the advantages and drawbacks of both systems. Check out: The Nehemiah Institute (nehemiahinstitute.com) He was athletic and had the potential to play college baseball, so we finally enrolled him in travel ball after his freshman year in high school. Nope, the good, serious players in most sports do both in high school. I agree, there are a ton of options. The best coaches and the best players stop playing rec ball in favor of travel ball, leading to fewer teams and a lower level of competition in the rec league. Its a vicious cycle. Think about your reasons for getting your child into a sport. If you are traveling every weekend, or most of them, for a Friday, Saturday, Sunday tournament, what happens to non-sport family time? Generally speaking, these parents dont do the Sunday sports to evangelize. I dont even want to think about how much parents pay for their 714 year old kids to travel to tournaments, to stay in hotels, to pay the tournament entry fees, and whatever else all this costs. We played Upward for quite some time and my wife was amazed at how many parents going to the practices are unchurched. Jesus is God not baseball. After all, theres a reason why the closing scene of Field of Dreams is so poignant. Developing skills in (or at least having exposure to) music, art, great books, drama, theology, politics, or science-and-math-related activities makes us better, more empathetic, engaged human beings and citizens, and better leaders. MORE: 5 Little League Strategies for Coaches Who Want to Have Fun and Win Herbst will then go down the line and examine form to correct anyone who isn't doing the wind-up properly. Though parents are well-intentioned, often children are tired of pursuing what was once fun but has become a stressful climb to the next level of competition at the expense of other parts of their lives, or at the expense of joints injured by overuse. Jan 25, 9:37am. I traveled an hour each way for three days a week for practice. Do I think that she will go pro? There may be instances in which its the right thing, and when a kid gets to be 15 to 16 years old, its understandable that commitment levels and demands are going to rise and choices are going to have to be made. Little League also hopes that parents understand the costs often associated with Travel Ball may be prohibitive. Mr. Greene, who is currently a minor league coordinator and coach for the Milwaukee Brewers, said what troubles him is not pushy parents, showboating players or bullying coaches. Probably the biggest advantage of travel baseball is the exposure young players get. My Kids Dont Play Sports When we read books about how it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert on anything, it may wrongly motivate us to try to create little experts out of our kids by the time they graduate from high school. A lot of travel baseball programs have their own training facilities where players have excellent conditions to develop their skills. They work the young players harder, but the result is better player development. For millions of American families, paying private for-profit clubseuphemistically termed travel teamsthousands of dollars a year to organize athletic games for their children is now an unquestioned way of life that shapes family routines, work schedules and commutes. But today, Havenwood Little League does not exist. Little League to . Get involved with the sports governing board and voice your opinion. And it certainly does nothing to address the issue of middle and working-class suburban residents and the expense involved in playing the game at a high level. Christians are Christians because we worship what is true. The best outcomes were consistently when we stayed in the local rec leagues. And that can, partially, explain Major League Baseballs lack of investment in the game in America. Fall 2022 Season Focus. I know because I was her coach for years. Fifth, a child can play travel ball while a family is still committed to church. The group that split from us is the same group that has ruined our little league. The goal of this program is to provide additional playing opportunity for those baseball and softball players interested. The guy running the program told me he was going to have a 7/8-year-old team. My sons high school teammate played in the minors for several years before being cut and at age 26, he is just now finishing college and trying to figure out what to do with his life. However, I am concerned about the amount of time spent in preparation, travel, and practice that can rob a family of what is truly important from a Scriptural perspective. Havent seen any. And thats a problem for baseball at every level, all the way up to the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. It will look different for each family and each child. The league originally included boys age 8 to 12. We decided to engage in travel ball because the coaching was better. Heading back to Little League! Often, teams participate in the tournaments that take place in a city other than their own or even in another state. There are two sides to every situation. Fairfax County, Virginia - Youth Baseball Leagues in Fairfax County. Its not the uniforms, its not bat flips or the lack thereof, its not the shift, its not the pace of play. Maybe my son will get a chance to play as long as he continues to love the game. Teams are 9U - 14U. We parents should observe whats going on, be readily available, but not be constantly interfering, trying to direct, or solve everything that goes on in practice or competition. We have commodified the play of millions of children intoa $19.2 billion business, weakening volunteer-based programs that promise affordable sports for all children. -ta. No player evaluations are required for the Fall season. 12YO & 11YO players who are trying out for the National League. As expected, my son got limited playing time during the season. I know that may sound weird working with a kid at such a young age, but his older brother played baseball, so he was always around. Golf has, traditionally, been a sport played by upper-class white guys. Unlike travel baseball, Little League is mostly a local affair and is organized with a lot of effort and goodwill from the locals. I have a feeling you may not describe yourself as so Dr. Hamilton (humble?) It has been somewhat successful in some respects in that some of its alumni like Carl Crawford, C.C. Its better to honor God than to win, and its better for your kid to enjoy the game than for him to play at the highest possible level. My arm hurt all the time, and I wasnt a pitcher. Little League baseball is a program organized by a non-profit organization based in Pennsylvania and it features local youth baseball competitions all over the world. Our league is like the one you described. I left registration, and pulled him from the Little League program. Member since Aug 2014. But if you don't make it into your dream team, the loss is much heavier on people's pockets as well as their minds. I spent my 20s laying the foundation for what Im doing with the rest of my life, not bouncing around in the minor leagues. Nonetheless it's something that I hope that I can enjoy with her (and any future kids, too) for the rest of our lives, much as I still enjoy talking and watching baseball with my parents to this day. If youre in Louisville, come check us out at www.KenwoodBaptistChurch.com. I think it does need to be approached carefully and prayerfully, especially with the demands on the family and commitments that call us away from the church. Often this will vary from league to league and from coach to coach. I played two years of major college baseball at the University of Arkansas, and Ive been coaching my sons in baseball and basketball for the last 7 years or so. Dont get me wrong there are alot of rec leagues that are great but if you live in the middle of no where lile wr do that was out only option to make her the best that she could be and to teach her to challenge herself and not settle for just good enough. Not necessarily, but if your kid is in the 714 age range, I will suspect that you might not be pursuing the wisest course. And given the number of kids playing and the number of available spots, even a partial baseball scholarship is terribly unlikely. Little league teams have pulled out of the North Carolina state championship tournament after gunshots erupted during a weekend game, their organizers said Monday in social media posts. We havent broken the bank, we attend church on Wednesdays is we know we will be traveling too far to attend on Sunday (otherwise we go on Sundays), and the kids are all great friends. I have been wanting to put my son on a travel team. Rookie is for 7 and 8 year olds. Several dads had told me that they were leaving rec ball for a low-key travel ball team, or that they were adding a low-key travel ball team on top of the rec ball their son was playing. Also, Im more interested and more compelled by Scripture to promote the spiritual health of my own children than of their team mates. No. And if I had any skill to make some of that money working in baseball, I wouldnt have a day job. Here in our area not so much. , weakening volunteer-based programs that promise affordable sports for all children. Fill your childrens team with morals and role models. I started my son in the Little League Tee Ball program when he was four. For us, travel has been amazing. Voddie Bauchams Family Driven Faith. In the US, the program involves kids ages 4-16 and is organized into the following divisions: For a lot of kids, Little League is the first time they meet with the organized baseball. As one who has three sons, two of whom played travel ball for part of their youth, and one who didnt, I can affirm everything you say here. Additionally, they will probably have fewer injuries and enjoy the competition more. There are no playoffs unless otherwise noted. Rec ball. Icicidirect. Little League Internationals rules, regulations, and policies have been formulated over more than seven decades to ensure a safe, fun, and healthy environment for children. Travel ball is being on the right team, knowing the right people, and working on your skill set; not that much different from academic pursuits really and more so I suppose. Uniforms, equipment, and any assets belonging to the local Little League (including uniforms bearing the required Little League shoulder patch), cannot be used for non-Little League activities, or in any game or tournament not specifically approved by Little League International. My son tried out. 12527 posts. For every 10 players that are forced to play at the highest level for their age, 6-8 will quit by the time they get into high school. Too many times parents want what they want, not whats best for their kids. Thank you for this. I was told pitching machines are good because they pitch a consistent ball, and help with hand-eye coordination. Its about the fact that fewer and fewer kids are playing baseball every year. Have your church thru fellowship and reach others who may be lost. sacrifice your sons childhood on the altar of the hope, each team is allowed a maximum of 11.7 scholarships, Dont Play Travel Ball: Stay in the Rec League | For His Renown | Pastor John Reading List, http://kristenanneglover.com/my-kids-dont-play-sports/#comment-6411, 6-String Salvo, February 12, 2016 Mike Lee, The Daily Discovery (February 12, 2016) - Entreating Favor, More Great Reading | Second Chance Pastor, Todays Links // 4 Free Kindle Books, Worship Songs, Socialist Millennials, Buy a Friend App, Freedom from Anxiety | Word + Life | KevinHalloran.net. We have truly enjoyed getting to know our travel team family! Learn from others short comings and honor God with your precious time on the field. They would have to drive to another suburb for ball games. The Football Association Challenge Cup, more commonly known as the FA Cup, is an annual knockout football competition in men's domestic English football.First played during the 1871-72 season, it is the oldest national football competition in the world. Baseball exists not just because of the community's love of the game. Registration is quick, easy, and FREE. At 12, our son tells us he thinks we have made the right decision. What will travel ball mean for your other kids? While my son made a ton of new friends and had fun, I felt he needed more. If the ultimate goal is for the kid to get to the pros, then joining a travel baseball program is definitely a better choice. Every expert agreed that kids are being played too hard and too long. The fear that if children dont specialize in one sport by eighth grade they will miss opportunities is unfounded. Its a Jesuit-based publication with a political slant that does not agree with mine. But we have had a great experience with travel ball and have been able to balance our commitments to both Christ, his church, and our family. Bottom line: give your kids a childhood theyll want to replicate with their own children not one theyll react against. Travel baseball takes a toll on kids, both mentally and physically. On the contrary, travel baseball is pure commitment! The following year was about the same. I chase my boys all over creation and its very taxing in many ways. Nowadays, a lot of young athletes choose other sports over baseball and a lot of communities are experiencing a sharp decline in baseball participation. My older brother played sports from t-ball to college, probably would have went pro if he hadnt hurt his shoulder (yes, he was THAT good, Im not just saying it, he had an unhittab,e curve ball), but the decision was made when he first started that God and His church would always come first, and he would not play if there was a conflict between his first priority and the game. Here at Select Baseball Teams, we have worked hard to comprise one of the most comprehensive lists of Alabama travel baseball teams looking for players. Extend your season, make sure that all teams are drafted equally. Copyright 2003-2023 Sabathia and the Upton Brothers have become big league players. Most professional golfers look the same. He was selected and after spending money on uniforms, dues, tournaments, he was cut from the team because he had a slump in his batting. Thats commendable, but I suspect that those tournaments dont always start the Sunday games at times that make finding a worship service possible. Small town kids grow up playing lots of sports not getting burnt out playing the same one all year round. The Charter Committee also reserves the right to suspend or revoke the local Little Leagues charter for such violations. The Fall baseball/softball season includes league play at all division levels. FieroCoug. Providing evidence of insurance to field owners and tournament organizers can consume a team manager's life and drain the budget without the right insurance program. Now I know the reasons. What I got was disaster. My son had the same coach as the year prior. We have made this decision for the past three years and been ridiculed for it and told we are not being fair to our son. If youre a non-Christian reading this post, dont you want to live for something more than baseball? Think brands like Mercedes-Benz. I have also read some of your other works and have learned much from them and enjoyed reading them. Nowadays boys don't know how to catch at age 9-10. re: Little League Baseball Really is the Worst. As a pastor, I require my daughter to be in church every Sunday, which means that she misses all Sunday games that interfere with worship. We have commodified the play of millions of children into. Welcome to Libertyville Little League's Home Plate Registration for the 2023 Spring Season Opens December 1st We are excited to be kicking off 2023 Libertyville Little League registration. All 9YO players. Let them play the game. I am confident that there are better ways to steward those thousands of dollars. Besides the usual costs of buying bats, uniforms, cleats, and other equipment, there are team fees and the costs of fuel, accommodation, and dining. But they have more similarities than you think there are. Growing up I loved baseball. He did see some development as a player, but nothing major. However, Little League International also has the right to limit participation in its activities to players who comply with its rules, regulations, and policies. The closest Little League organization to Pasadena now is in Davidsonville, 23 miles away. Any player or team that does so may be declared ineligible for further participation in Little League for that year, by action of the Tournament Committee or Charter Committee in Williamsport. In general, most of the Little League tournaments are organized in the local area and involves teams from the same city or community. With the emergence of travel baseball and its more developed infrastructure, Little League has lost its appeal as a path to higher levels of competition. Thank you for speaking out and I hope people will take these comments seriously. Now, this doesnt mean that her coach and teammates like it, but we have found that our commitment has opened the door for spiritual conversations. Set the example for the kids. Once-proud public institutions are being privatized, with many unintended consequences. This is great information, but unfortunately rec ballaka little leagueis a political nightmare where I am from and for many others. Today, participation is seen by many as a near necessity for talented players to develop their skills and hone their game against the best competition they can find. Since 2015, it has been known as The Emirates FA Cup after its . Small towns breed professional athletes, and the reason seems to be that kids in small towns arent over-coached, over-organized, and over-specialized by the travel ball opportunities found in larger cities. The kids were really good, but he made it! There is another very sad thing that often happens as a result of a familys involvement in travel ball. A lot of well rounded and good mannered young men who enjoy competition and sportsmanship. After looking at the tournament schedule, I realized Id miss days at work and the expenses would pile up. The local community often gathers around a Little League team and takes pride in the kids representing them. It is no wonder so many of our children leave the church when they go to college. Is it more important than being at church on Sunday morning? Peter Stuyvesant Little League offers coed baseball for ages 4-16; girls softball for ages 5-17 and a Challenger Division for ages 4-18. (No wonder God calls us to pray without ceasing!). My daughter is involved in a local homeschool league. But besides that, if you are a Christian parent, the absolute worst thing you can do is teach your kids that anything is more important than God. The low-end travel teams can be local teams going to a few tournaments outside the region. He politely said there wouldnt be. Do the social aspects improve their values and stimulate great discussions at home, or lead them away from family?). I've seen and heard stories about parents who spend thousands of dollars to get their kids on the best travel ball squad in their areas. When my life ends, I will have to give an account to my Lord as to whether I obeyed the command in Matt28:19 that says Go. I was forced to purchase team-designed cleats and helmet. Great post. Bud Norris, who pitches for the Houston Astros, played in Novato North LL, from Tee Ball through seniors. My daughter loves the game more now than ever before. blair and son funeral home smiths falls / top of the world patty griffin meaning / travel ball killing little league. Very good and same principles work for hockey too. I had my schedule back. LL was the emphasis, there were only a couple of travel teams. I think this is an important topic that needs to be discussed. (Answered! Nor am I categorically condemning their decisions and choices. Jan 25, 8:31am. I had to pay a sign-up fee of $750. March 5th (Sunday) National League Tryout - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The team brings the kids together and provides a common ground upon which they can build lasting friendships. Well-said. (Also, the boy could really hit. Travel baseball may be making people a lot of money but, in the long run, it may be killing the golden goose. It is the most pernicious aspect of youth league sports. A lot of these programs operate on a business-like, almost professional, level and feature teams in all age groups. Here are 10 reasons I think you should keep your kid in the rec league rather than quitting it for travel ball. Despite not playing travel ball until high school, he got several offers and ended up playing for a highly regarded D1 program. Baseball cant raise the dead, but Jesus will do just that when he returns to make this world into the new heavens and new earth. Theres also the matter of synchronizing tournaments with kids school commitments and parents jobs. In Little League baseball, ages can vary as much as three years in a division, with 9-year old players in a division with 12-year olds. The Little League League Finder tool quickly and easily identifies whether a residence or school address is located within the boundaries of an active Little League program. Travel-ball costs are more substantial. If youre exalting baseball over all these other things, areyou serving a false god, an idol, that is going to use you and then throw you away? Kids blossom at different ages. This question reveals how far our cultural worldview has intermixed with a Christian one. Nevertheless, Deuteronomy 6 and Ephesians 6:1-4 still stand in Scripture as commands, not suggestions. Al Mohlers Culture Shift Thanks for the great article I can share with the parents of my students. Travel Baseball vs Little League Which One is Better? Today, that role has been mainly overtaken by travel baseball which has become the basis for young players looking to build a baseball career. (Little League, 1) Paperback - September 24, 2013 by Matt Christopher (Author) 290 ratings Book 2 of 5: Little League See all formats and editions Kindle $6.99 Read with Our Free App Audiobook $0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover $7.24 37 Used from $1.28 10 New from $7.24 Paperback $7.99 66 Used from $1.29 20 New from $6.75 Audio CD The higher level of competition drives young players to work harder on their game. The gods of baseball punished me for my lack of devotion. Baseball should be a fun game for him not a demanding job. NASCAR started as bootleggers in the 1940s and 1950s trying to see who had the fastest car. But this, which I encourage you to read in its entirety, is a very damning piece about the state of baseball in America. Sad to see but strengthened our resolve that sports would not take priority over God and our church family. The local Little League and the teams players, manager, or coaches, do not need to raise any funds to be able to participate in the Little League Baseball World Series. Northern Virginia Travel Baseball League. AAA Evaluations - 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Well, at registration, I learned my leagues Board of Directors decided to use a pitching machine for 7-year-olds, and that MAYBE toward the end of the season, there MIGHT be some kid pitch. Totally agree with your article. Also limiting the distance is striking a ball generates force in proportion to the speed at which the ball i. I do not feel we will ever look back on our decision to say no to travel ball. The competitive environment, expert guidance, and the quality of available facilities are unmatched by any other youth competition. to return baseball to urban fields. I support you with useful and actionable information about softball and baseball. D.A.s or District staff are encouraged to work with the leagues in their district to provide combined district travel teams, establish player pools, and find ways for all players interested to have an opportunity to . Im betting you would be better off saving your money to help him with college expenses. How does a big leaguer have a family? . I agree 100% with your article. Too many surgeries, other arm problems, leg issues and other health issues that kids at that age shouldnt have to endure. Our daughter played travel softball for 9 years. It was time for him to play real baseball! LittleBallparks.comis a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sitesto earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. I had worked with him quite a lot prior to that. The daily grind not only sapped the joy of the game, it was physically punishing. They also have T-ball divisions. Hey, for years sports programs operated quite successfully without Sunday morning scheduling. Little League now includes a senior division for players age 13 to 15 and a big-league division for age 16 to 18. The Holy Spirit leads us all differently. And for the good of rec ball leagues everywhere, for the good of your family, and for the good of your kids, I would urge you to avoid travel ball until the kid is old enough to commit to a more demanding regimen. . Scratch. Now think about NASCAR. I got an education, got married, we started having children, and now I get to coach my kids. Families who thought the Sunday game was no big deal slowly dropped out of church because sports came first. Overall, the risks are pretty much the same as regular baseball. 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