First Showcase and Expectations...

I can't comment on numbers as my son's first showcase was as a 15 but what I would like to share are the goals that he had going into his first showcase:

1) Leaving knowing how showcases work. Once you have done something once, the next time you will be more comfortable and perform closer to your potential.

2) end with a feeling that you belong - e.g. are not completely outmatched. The other kids may be older, stronger and more experienced - but can you see yourself in that spot in x years?

Good luck!!!!

Those seem to be right. We are not sure if we (parents) need those goals or our son. How far away did you sit from the action? Thanks for your thoughts!

Just let the boy go on the field and do his thing!!!!

You and Mama can just sit there and enjoy as youw atcht he talent you see on the field

goyarddad:

Tell your young man to talk to the older boys and ask questions. Lots of questions. Listen to their advice. Don't brag about himself but let others talk. Be a good listener. Listen to the coaches. If they need someone to play a position, volunteer to play it. Hustle on the field and off the field. Control his emotions. If called out on strikes, walk off with no expresion. If he hits one out round the bases like he does it all the time. And most important of all, HAVE FUN.

Parents. Sit. watch. evaluate. enjoy.

Good luck.

TW344

Another good point. Control his emotions...tough for the 14 year old! He drags us to practice every day....wants to be good. We have been told he is a coaches' dream because he listens but those emotions can get to him when he's not perfect. Thanks, this all helps.