[Lonewolf986]

I know this sounds harsh, but thats how life is!

Alot of this world is run by the concept of favoritism. Have you ever been given a favor or gotten something complimentary because of a friend? Gotten a job because of a reference from a friend?

All-stars are no different. Personally, yes, I do think that alot of the coaches son's DONT deserve to be on the team, but its one of the perks for that coach who has to be there Every game, every practice, every association meeting. No, its not fair, but its life. Look at the voting for the ALLSTAR game...alot of it is about popularity...(and sure the skill attributes to that...but lets make my case stronger by assuming it doesn't)

In reality, I dont recall WHO said it, but the truth remains...those parents who are coaches usually DO have better quality players because they spend more time with thier son/daughter honing thier fielding and batting skills.

If the kid obviously sucks, then THEY look bad as a coach...At higher levels of play, the player will usually be more "qualified" and "deserving" of the spot he "inherited."

Rest assured, the quality players who dont have a coach/father, will be noticed. And if not then he better bring dad up to coach. It all equals out when they reach high school. AkA the GREAT EQUILIZER...(80 try out...about 17 make it)