When teams are pitching thin, riding the best option is commonplace regardless of the weather or whether it's V, JV or F ball. If a player is experiencing arm trouble, he has to communicate it to the coach. He's doing a disservice by not talking with the coach. I suspect coaches don't want outsiders such as parents giving a status report on the condition of his arms unless it comes directly from the player. If the player don't say anything and blows his arm, then it's the player's fault for not being straight up.