Carter thought he might not play baseball again after having built a fear of being hit by a pitch by a player. He was so terrified after being hit last fall that he wouldn't bat during the rest of the season. After the fall season was over we pulled him off his competition level team and he had a choice to make because if even though he was one the best players he had to get over this fear to play again.
He went to a hitting camp this winter and he started to build his confidence again. He made the decision to play again and bat. So, here he is on another city league and he is very happy with his decision.
He was very nervous the first few times up to bat, but after a few games he is getting more confident with his batting skills. His last game he had 2 hits and scored both times!
Carter has also have been working on his pitching and doing very well. Once this boy has his mind set on something he usually does it very well. I love this quality about him but it can be a little frustrating at the same time.
This decision he made to beat this fear and continue doing something he loves to do is a well learned life lesson for him. I hope that he can take this achievement and remember this feeling of conquering something that is hard in life. It may be a small thing now, but this is huge in his life now. We are so proud of him! We love to see him smile!
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