There are many more important elements of the game and these statistics often put unjustified pressure on the kids. Batting averages should not be the measure of a young player s effectiveness or self-worth. Instead, look at how your players perform in certain situations with men on base. Let s look at a game situation. The game is close and is being pitched well by both pitchers.
Runs are at a premium.
Your number 3 hitter leads off with a double. You decide not to bunt the 4 hitter. The infield is playing at normal depth. The hitter s priority is to move the runner to third base. He must not think of personal batting averages.