Mistakes are inevitable in youth baseball—but how we respond makes all the difference. In my early days, I learned that a dropped fly ball or a strikeout could be the start of a breakthrough, not just a setback.
Reflection:
- How do you help kids handle mistakes in practice or games?
- What’s your favorite way to turn a tough moment into a teaching moment?
- Have you ever seen a player’s confidence grow after a mistake?
Prompt:
Tell us about a time a player bounced back from an error. How did you support them, and what did the team learn?