CoachB25 posted:We are so politically correct that it makes me want to puke at times. Listen, opportunities are available through various programs. You can't force any group to take part in those programs. Many of the TB Programs offer scholarships to those in need. I know my daughter played in one that sponsored a couple of young ladies that could not afford to participate. We were asked if we, my wife and I, would contribute some extra money to pay for them. You bet! The problems with baseball need to be addressed but mostly that means the speed of the game. I am a Cardinal fan. Take a look at a home game at Busch Stadium. It is at capacity almost every game.
I don't think politically correct has anything to do with it. 60 years ago baseball was the most popular sport in the country. 30 years ago it was the second most popular sport, after football. Now it's arguably the third most popular sport, after football and basketball. The trend is not in the right direction.