What makes this site great is not all the info we get from it but the ability to express opinions with people from so many diverse backgrounds and locations.
What do you think ???
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I totally agree TR. If gives you an idea of what other people think and feedback on your own thoughts. I like the fact that people disagree and give other opinions. Also you learn what makes other people tick. The other coaches I have talked to are great and I have enjoyed the discussion and exchange of ideas. I have really enjoyed hearing from parents. So many times parents are scared or reluctant to open up because they think that it might be held against them. (No Never). But here you get honest feedback. I might not always agree with it but I appreciate it.
TR I sent you a PM this am. Get back to me when you get a chance. Also feel free to call Ricky whenever you have the time. I think you will really like what he is setting up. Also you might know some teams of people on this site that would be interested etc. Talk to you soon
Coach May
Got your eamil--no problem - I know where you are coming from--been there done that-- already have a call into him at the # u gave me--can you email me his other numbers
Give me a call--you might be free when we go to Western Carolina --I will be here the rest of the day
Got your eamil--no problem - I know where you are coming from--been there done that-- already have a call into him at the # u gave me--can you email me his other numbers
Give me a call--you might be free when we go to Western Carolina --I will be here the rest of the day
Agreed. I especially love to hear from coaches about the tough issues they deal with and the solutions that result.
Also enjoy hearing from other parents and coaches on how they help their players deal with the sucesses & failures of the game.
This site is a great resource...and I always learn something even when the topics are very heated.
Did someone say...velocity vs control....weighted balls...proper hitting mechanics, HA!
Also enjoy hearing from other parents and coaches on how they help their players deal with the sucesses & failures of the game.
This site is a great resource...and I always learn something even when the topics are very heated.
Did someone say...velocity vs control....weighted balls...proper hitting mechanics, HA!
This great site provides all the neccesary info any parent or HS player needs regarding baseball and life preparation.
Agree totally, ability to put a baseball topic out there and receive instant feedback from all over the Country.
Trust me when this site goes down, which is not too often, I miss it greatly.
CV
Trust me when this site goes down, which is not too often, I miss it greatly.
CV
Any coach, regardless of the level they coach at or what level they reached as a player, can benefit from this site. I have learned a great deal and I sincerely appreciate all the knowledge. Keep it coming!
When you combine the speed of a message board with a diverse and motivated audience, the level of conversation reaches a high (or low) point quickly ... you get through the garbage to the good stuff faster.
...and I certainly do have an interesting background.
What makes this website so great is the resource that it is as well as the diverse backgrounds and opinions of it's members.
I enjoy the national diversity of the members. Baseball is the common denominator, but, the site promotes honest (for the most part) opinions on many topics. Regardless of age learning something new is fresh.
As parents, baseball and it's progression through the various levels can be a lonely experience. This site is a virtual support group where parents, coaches, and organization leaders can share thoughts and ideas. A no lose situation for all.
And best of all, a place you can stick your foot in your mouth and end up almost enjoying the taste knowing that you are somewhat anonymous.
As parents, baseball and it's progression through the various levels can be a lonely experience. This site is a virtual support group where parents, coaches, and organization leaders can share thoughts and ideas. A no lose situation for all.
And best of all, a place you can stick your foot in your mouth and end up almost enjoying the taste knowing that you are somewhat anonymous.
This is the most informative website I have come across for youth baseball coaching and training. This website has made my life alot easier and I have recommended it to many people. Keep up the good work!!!
I love this web site. Somehow, when Bob cleaned house a few weeks ago, I couldn't log in anymore. I went crazy feeling like I couldn't be a part of my "baseball community". He got me fixed though!
I love talking and hearing other people talk baseball anytime and anywhere.
Also, I have received wonderful info and advice here that will have a direct impact on my son's future. Obviously that is very important to me.
I have also made new friends from other places in the country. New friends are always a blessing!
I love talking and hearing other people talk baseball anytime and anywhere.
Also, I have received wonderful info and advice here that will have a direct impact on my son's future. Obviously that is very important to me.
I have also made new friends from other places in the country. New friends are always a blessing!
It’s amazing how some people can be so off-base on one topic and then be dead right on the next one.
lafmom,
Sorry you had to get "fixed" before you could log back on. JUST KIDDING!!!!
Sorry you had to get "fixed" before you could log back on. JUST KIDDING!!!!
It's the second thing I check every morning; the first is to look and confirm that my stinking Orioles have let another day pass without signing a solitary soul.
No wait, I must be fair; two days ago, they went to an assisted living facility and signed James Baldwin to a minor league contract. If he makes the roster, the O's pay what Medicare doesn't cover.
p.s. I have met 4-5 websters in person at showcases or games in the past couple years-very neat!
No wait, I must be fair; two days ago, they went to an assisted living facility and signed James Baldwin to a minor league contract. If he makes the roster, the O's pay what Medicare doesn't cover.
p.s. I have met 4-5 websters in person at showcases or games in the past couple years-very neat!
If an alreay great site could be improved on:
1. People wouldn't post "guesses" regarding baseball rules. If you can't refer to the actual rule just hang loose and let a Blue answer. Blue Zebra was grouchy but you could take his answers to the bank.
2. The same goes for the strength and conditioning, would like to see more "qualified" advice and less un-informed opinions.
3. It would be helpful if more posters put info about themselves in their profiles.
1. People wouldn't post "guesses" regarding baseball rules. If you can't refer to the actual rule just hang loose and let a Blue answer. Blue Zebra was grouchy but you could take his answers to the bank.
2. The same goes for the strength and conditioning, would like to see more "qualified" advice and less un-informed opinions.
3. It would be helpful if more posters put info about themselves in their profiles.
Frank, I probably need to be "fixed" in ways I don't even want to think about! (Better knees, more patience......) 
Hopefully, Bob's fix was a simple one!
Hopefully, Bob's fix was a simple one!
Aside from the tons of information I learn nearly everytime I read this site...I especially like the "friends" I've made through the private message feature. It has introduced me to people from all over the country who have great information to share.
Even better yet, now I look at boxscores and websites from colleges and pro (minor and major leagues) rooting for someone's son whom I've never met.
And then there's the numerous times I've actually met some of you in person at some tournament or college game.
All of it has been great fun.
Even better yet, now I look at boxscores and websites from colleges and pro (minor and major leagues) rooting for someone's son whom I've never met.
And then there's the numerous times I've actually met some of you in person at some tournament or college game.
All of it has been great fun.
My worry is that the people with the most knowledge and experience a.k.a. FUNGO, etc. will leave now that their son is moving on to bigger and better things. These people have a wealth of information and great insights to share with folks like me who are experiencing this high school/college stuff for the first time.
Savannah
I think that those who have been as long as Fungo etal will remain because this is "home base" for all the baseball crazies
They have made too many firends on here to leave
I think that those who have been as long as Fungo etal will remain because this is "home base" for all the baseball crazies
They have made too many firends on here to leave
This website has been an absolute Godsend. The help and experience our family has gotten from reading the threads and asking questions has been invaluable. And very comforting, too.
Savannah,
I appreciate the compliment but the real credit needs to go to many other individuals because for the most part I’m just passing on what I learned over the past six years from others on the HSBBW and from my son while he played the game. I think the unique thing about the HSBBW is the people here are not just spouting success stories or selling a baseball video. These are sincere people that are either asking for advice or sincere people offering advice. I know you and every other parent/player is learning something every day, whether it’s when your son steps on a baseball field or when you log on to the HSBBW. What you learn will help another parent or a player down the road. It’s people like you that will carry on the tradition of sharing your information with those players and parents looking for answers.
As I look back I know I asked some pretty dumb questions when I first found the HSBBW but people like hsbbw (Bob), TRHit, Bama Bomber, bbscout, BeenthereIl, Brian Rupe, and many, many, others were more than willing to help me. As long as I’ve been here I still learn something everyday. The current thread about the 2005 draft has a lot of information about the draft and the negotiations between the player and the club. I’m thankful that bbscout, FrankF, TPM, RHP05Parent, FutureBack.Mom, and BigHit15 are sharing that information.
Savannah, as your son’s career matures the memories he creates will forever be etched in your mind. Not only is he making memories for you and your family, he’s also providing you with a lot of information that is priceless to the parent of the emerging ballplayer...The HSBBW is a special place you can share that information.
Fungo
I appreciate the compliment but the real credit needs to go to many other individuals because for the most part I’m just passing on what I learned over the past six years from others on the HSBBW and from my son while he played the game. I think the unique thing about the HSBBW is the people here are not just spouting success stories or selling a baseball video. These are sincere people that are either asking for advice or sincere people offering advice. I know you and every other parent/player is learning something every day, whether it’s when your son steps on a baseball field or when you log on to the HSBBW. What you learn will help another parent or a player down the road. It’s people like you that will carry on the tradition of sharing your information with those players and parents looking for answers.
As I look back I know I asked some pretty dumb questions when I first found the HSBBW but people like hsbbw (Bob), TRHit, Bama Bomber, bbscout, BeenthereIl, Brian Rupe, and many, many, others were more than willing to help me. As long as I’ve been here I still learn something everyday. The current thread about the 2005 draft has a lot of information about the draft and the negotiations between the player and the club. I’m thankful that bbscout, FrankF, TPM, RHP05Parent, FutureBack.Mom, and BigHit15 are sharing that information.
Savannah, as your son’s career matures the memories he creates will forever be etched in your mind. Not only is he making memories for you and your family, he’s also providing you with a lot of information that is priceless to the parent of the emerging ballplayer...The HSBBW is a special place you can share that information.
Fungo