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Originally Posted by Steron
I live in a small town in southern Virginia. I head coach Dixie Youth baseball every year. I have 2 years in t-ball and one in machine pitch. So far.
I used to think, like many of you, that everyone getting a trophy was stupid. Prior to coaching, I used to think that if you didn't win, tough. I have softened my stance. We lost a lot of games this past season but my kids tried hard and played awesome. Two of them made all-stars, and another was nominated. To see the joy on a kid's face when he receives that participation trophy / medal makes it all worth while.
All the kids get to keep their uniform shirt and hat. We give out participation trophies / medals to everyone. Each team has a Sportsmanship Award and that kid gets another trophy. If you make all-stars you get another one. Winning a tournament nets you another.
I'm not saying you should get auto-awards when you start playing school ball but for Dixie Youth, I think it's appropriate.
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You used to be right. Now, you're wrong. You're going in the wrong direction. Cut that shit out.