Fastpitch Parents

I’m a youth soccer coach and sports mom/step mom to four young athletes aged 8 to 19. Our kids dance, skate, ski, run cross-country, and play soccer, lacrosse, football and basketball.
As a sports parent, I’ve dealt with sports kids who:
1. Are stars in practice but choke up during competition (and then get angry at themselves).
2. [...]

 
My daughter Manteee (Samantha) has shown me a path that I like traveling. She has been and will continue to be an inspiration in my life. Her fearless nature and competitive qualities have swelled my heart. I am so lucky to have her as my daughter. She loves playing softball. Her competitive nature shows up [...]