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I generally don't allow spectators to sit/stand
right behind home plate. I usually say it is
distracting to the pitcher (but really it's
distracting to ME). Many leagues in my area
have a tarp hung on the basckstop, which
blocks the view from behind home. If there
are bleachers right there, not much can be
done, I guess. If any distracting behavior
is going on (kids talking/shouting to batters,
saying things to the catcher, etc) I clear the
area out. On a lot of LL diamonds, fans can
be within 10 feet or so of the batter's box.
If it's a problem, they're gone.
As for comments/compliments from parents and
coaches: Don't take ANY of it too seriously,
good or bad. Winning coaches will usually
say you did a great job, and the same ones
will find your faults when they lose.
It sounds like you have great potential, so
I hope you consider being certifiied by your
local high school association. Even if you don't
want to do HS ball, it will help you in youth
leagues, small and large diamond. Good Luck.
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