Baseballdad91,
Some posters have given you their best advice with what few pieces you have given them.
Others of us think that there are too many holes in your story for us to make any sense of it.
Some question your son's stats.
Some question as to WHY your son wasnt playing in the first place.
You said yourself:
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Last year, he was a freshman, and was not getting playing time. I met with the HS head coach of the program and expressed displeasure that he was not being allowed to play even though he was a much better player than many other starters.
Go back to the very beginning and re-think the way you told us things happened.
If your son
wasn't playing last year, then HOW did he build up all those stats???????
Now your son, a sophomore, is still not getting playing time again this year, and yet you are suprised & blaming yourself.
That doesnt make alot of sense to me, or perhaps I'm just not completely understanding.
Lots of variables to what a coach looks for.
Attitude being a big one, grades, actions off the field, coach-ablity, work ethic, sportsmanship, team-work, hustle, etc. etc.
So instead of
thinking your son is the best, perhaps you and your son should start looking in these areas as ways where he can improve.
Making excuses or placing blame on yourself or the coach isnt going to fix anything. Matter of fact, will probably only dig you in deeper.
Have your son get pro-active.
You said:
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I know I made a mistake and want to help make it better.
Have your son talk to his coach and have him ask the coach what he needs to work on.
Dad, I'm afraid you cant fix this one.
Reality is harsh sometimes and this is something you probably werent looking for or wanting to hear.
Not going to pull any punches,..its the best advice I've got.
Instead of looking at the players who ARE playing and criticizing them, try and see what they are doing differently on and off the field which has lead them to a playing position and more playing time.
Learn from them.
There are always a million and one different areas to improve in,...and there always will be.
Find these areas. Make personal and team goals.
Your quote:
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The coach has effectively ruined his chance of playing college baseball.
Again, dont place blame.
Change your attitude and outlook.
Look for a solution.
You have received many here.
I wish your son the best of luck.