This week we had Austin’s first parent meeting with what will be his new baseball team. During the meeting we learned about all the training that will take place and the overall level of commitment required. It definitely has me feeling a little overwhelmed so we have been talking it through to make sure it is something Austin definitely wants to do.
It is amazing how far sports have come from the days of just playing in your town, then for your school. Now to stay competitive to even play at the High School level so much more is needed from kids from both a mental and physical commitment. We are definitely not in the business of creating a professional athlete – that is 100% up to Austin to decide if he wants it bad enough to give it that level of commitment. Hopefully, athletics will continue to teach him the values of teamwork, hard work and commitment. In today’s world when everyone is so quick to say how we are hurting the younger generation by always giving trophies – Austin knows too well what it feels like to get benched, lose or not make the cut. Hopefully, it will continue to build his character and create a well-rounded adult on the other side.
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