Dr. Fortanasce is a parent who coached 11 seasons for Pasadena American Little League at Hamilton Park. He coached from t-ball all the way to Majors. He brings his experience and medical to bear on baseball and child development. His most interesting insight is that a 6 year old playing his first year will miss a 45-60 ft fly ball 45% of the time. There are just certain things kids cannot do and we need to have patience with them.
There of course are all the other life lessons. It's about sportsmanship, not winning, cheering, not booing, etc.
It's a good read for a parent thinking about coaching little league.
questions:
1. what portions of the book are timeless?
2. which lessons reflect the context-- 1980's-1990's Pasadena?
think on it, Jimbo.
