by DirtyRiders » Thu Jul 04, 2019 5:59 pm
It always comes back to what your goals as a family are and what goals you have for your player. We are completing our 3rd year of travel ball and will be heading to 14u in the fall. We have played for 2 “organizations”. One of the organizations was very reputable in So Cal and the other a little smaller. Playing for a top organization means you are more likely to get good coaching, be on a better team, play at a higher level, and gain more exposure in the recruiting process. There will also more than likely be more players on the team than a smaller organization. But it could also mean less playing time, more pressure on your kid, more miles, and a more cut throat environment. Whereas a smaller organization may mean a little more laid back team expectation, playing an easier schedule, not the best coaching and leadership in the organization, and less recruiting opportunities. Some families want their kids to be on winning teams and nothing else matters. Some families want to be in a top organization and nothing else matters. Some families want their kids to get recruited and that’s all that matters. Some families want their kids to play and be happy and that’s all that matters. As far as other parents on a team, you’re gonna find some great people and some not so great. If the team you select has some not so greats don’t sweat it just sit out in the OF or off to the side. The odds of all the parents getting along is slim to none especially in the top organizations. It all comes down to your why.