Little League, Big Talent

So far this season we’ve had but three separate practices. However, the talent oozing from these kids in every throw, hit or catch is simply unrivaled when compared to seasons past. The difference between Eugene and Albany Little Leagues and Coeur d’Alene is much more stark than simply day and night: Oregon, in essence, sucks!

I firmly believe the worst team in my current league would annihilate the all-star teams from those I saw in Oregon.

And that’s after just three practices. I can only imagine how great this team will become after a few weeks into the season. Our star pitcher is just that – a star! We’ve got 3 guys behind him already that make up a solid 4-pitcher starting rotation. Once we get a few more pegged and started, combined with our fluid infield defense, teams will consider lackluster an achievement when hitting against us.

However, the outfield does worry me. I didn’t work with them today as I focused on the infield, but although I saw a few spectacular catches  every now and then, I noticed quite a few misjudged pop-flies land behind the fielders.

But that’s why we practice.

Not to mention, this was only our third. So give me time, and along with our new assistant coach James, I stand 100-percent behind a prediction that we will finish in the top 2 this season, with a 10-3 league record. That’s my goal.

Of course, undefeated isn’t out of the question, either. But that’s just me dreaming, especially after a winless sting in Eugene during 2007. If you ever want to catch a game to see this magic in person, just let me know and I’ll send off a schedule.

Go Yankees!