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  • Answered May 05, 2009 in Parenting
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    Luke Melia asked:

    What's the best way to get a young kid started in sports?

    Jennifer’s answer:

    My father started me out with a kick ball and then eventually started tossing a whiffle ball and me hitting it. but then again I am a tomboy and loved the outside. Softball was my main sport but I played basketball in the winter months to stay in shape... Continue reading »

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  • Answered May 05, 2009 in Parenting
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    Sara Bender asked:

    Hey parents, I was wondering what type of things you do to balance sports and school? This has been a challenge in our family! Thanks!

    Jennifer’s answer:

    You are so correct. Homework is the most important. Sports are extra and are not mandatory. If they are serious about playing and are dedicated then they will make sure and get the school work done. I do know teachers in this area tend to load the stud... Continue reading »

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  • Answered May 05, 2009 in Softball, Coaching, Parenting
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    Joshua Harmon asked:

    how can use parents take th poltics out of youth sports i know there always poltics in pro sports

    Jennifer’s answer:

    If you are so concerned about this maybe you can be the coach or get on the board so you could detour the politics.

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  • Answered May 05, 2009 in Softball
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    David Routledge asked:

    What is the best way to get the girls on my team to throw for more distance and with more accuracy? I coach girls ages 9-10.

    Jennifer’s answer:

    The way my father taught me was first to pitch like a boy pitcher. then to set up a hang-man type structure with a hanging tire. Have the girls practice throwing through the tire and make it a game. Or set them up in the outfield and put a Large trashc... Continue reading »

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  • Answered May 05, 2009 in Hockey, Soccer, Parenting, Safety
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    Jim De Boer asked:

    What can parents do to squelch an unruly fan?

    Jennifer’s answer:

    As an umpire I don't put up with much when it gets abusive to a player, coach or umpire. If the fans are tired of it then approach the umpire or official of the game inbetween innings and ask them if they would mind removing the fan from the stands. If... Continue reading »

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