Welcome! I’m here to talk about something I’m deeply passionate about: baseball. I’ve spent over 20 years playing the game I love, and for three years, I stepped into a coaching role for competitive teams. What was unique about my coaching experience was that I didn’t have a child on any of my teams. This gave me an incredibly valuable, unbiased perspective on the dynamics at play in youth sports.
From this vantage point, I saw firsthand some concerning trends—specifically, the selfishness that can sometimes overshadow the purpose of youth athletics. It was a privilege to gain this insight before my own children were old enough to play at that level, allowing me to observe without personal attachment clouding my view.
My goal with this page is to shine a light on these issues and advocate for a significant shift in the culture of youth sports. It’s time we refocus on what truly matters: the development of our young athletes and fostering an environment where they can enjoy the game we all love.
Let’s be clear: some of the conversations we’ll have here might be tough. We’re going to be blunt in some instances, but know that I come from a place of genuine care for the game and everyone involved. The ultimate goal is to move the culture forward, together.
The Pursuit of “Flow”
My wife once asked me what I loved and missed most about playing baseball. I struggled to articulate the feeling, trying to explain it as an extreme sense of contentment. In those moments on the field, I didn’t think about or care about anything else beyond the present moment. I was at peace.
Later, I read an article about warbird pilots. It mentioned that in moments of combat, they didn’t feel fear. They were so intensely focused on the task at hand that a feeling of peace would take over as they entered this “zone.” This focused state is known as the “flow state”. It’s that immersive, peaceful feeling I experienced on the baseball field, and it’s a state I believe all young athletes deserve the chance to discover and experience.
Whether you’re a player striving to improve, a parent navigating the world of youth sports, or a coach shaping young lives, I believe you’ll find something valuable here. My hope is that, together, we can cultivate a more positive and supportive landscape for youth baseball. Every single person involved—players, parents, and coaches—has a role to play in setting the culture within their team or organization. Let’s all strive to add value and always act in the best interest of the players, period.
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