Real Families, Real FUN: Get Out!All-Family Pick-Up Baseball Game - Get everyone out for a game
by Elizabeth Wells, for Real Families, Real Fun
The crack of the bat says it all--baseball and softball seasons are in full swing. And who doesn't dream of hitting the winning run in the bottom of the ninth? With the stands full of tense parents and a win-at-any-cost coach on the sidelines, kids can let the fear of making a mistake keep them from developing skills and enjoying the game. But for kids to have a chance to learn the essence of team play, good sportsmanship, and a love of the game, an informal all-family pick-up game might be just the right ticket.
When one of our charter families from New York State reported having so much fun at a pick-up game, we decided to take their idea and go with it.
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