Need a little help here. Kid is in 8th grade - so about 14 months away from trying out for his HS team. But I fear he has lost his motivation. He is on a new spring/summer team this year. He'll go to the pitching/catching practices without complaining. But I cannot get him to do any extra work on the side. Coaches give him drills and things to work on, but he doesn't do it. I have offered to take him to hit a day or two each weak, but he doesn't want to. He would rather spend time on x box, x box and more x box (or you tube on how to pay x box).
I think adjusting to a new team might be a factor. Also, basketball is in full swing -- he thinks he is going to be an NBA star (not likely - probably won't make HS team). But, if he has a chance to compete in HS athletics, it will be on the baseball field. I don't want him to make the same mistakes I made.
So where is the line between pushing too hard and letting him make is own decisions? Do I just put my foot down and say this is what you're doing and you'll thank me later? Is this just part of "that age?" Thanks in advance.