Quote:
|
Originally Posted by 7in60
There is another good strategy that I've learned from this board. "Nip it in the bud". So when you realize that there is going to be chirping, you pull the coach aside, and say "if anyone questions me again, he/she is getting tossed".
|
I'm down with the "nip it in the bud" philosophy. I think it was WMB who wrote about using the lineup card problem to approach the coach and address the chirping in a quiet professional manner. So far it has worked everytime.
Just used it last week. One pitcher is a solid ASA 14U pitcher. Nice corners, nice movement, and a pretty wicked change up for a 14 year old. The other pitcher couldn't hit the broad side of a barn. We're talking your basic horrible walk fest. Her coach thinks he's going to start in on me as if I'm the problem that his "Cat" is struggling.
First chance I get I remove the line up from the holder and mosey on over to his white throne. I talk,he tries to interrupt, I explain in a little more detail. I do this all quietly,professionally and under the radar.
Next inning he comes out and says "he's sorry" for his motor mouth.
So I am a fan of nip it in the bud and also be professional about it......