[sprucepinetiger]

"Do you ever wonder why those that have talent won't stick around or try out? It's because they know that no matter how hard they work, no matter what they do, others are going to be pushed ahead of them. I've seen it first hand, both boys and girls. Coach likes a kid or his parents, he/she can make 15 turnovers a game, miss 15 shots in a row, run their mouth to ref's and COACHES!! Nothing is done. Another kid can come in, make one mistake and sit for two games...makes perfect sense right? It's just the same old thing that has always went on and will continue to go on. You are either in with the "in" crowd or you're not, simple as that. Sadly that plays a part, people say it doesn't but recent actions I have seen dictate otherwise."

By the sound of it, you seem like a frustrated parent, upset because your kid don't get any playing time. I don't blame you because you are taking up for your child and i would do the same for my daughter if i thought she deserved more playing time. I can see that my daughter does not make an effort like she should though, so i don't hoop and holler and get all upset when she don't get in. However, you are correct, AGAIN, about the physical size and talent in the middle school, just isn't there but some will still argue that they are better option than the talent that comes to try outs. Hasn't Hatcher came to any of the games. If he hasn't and has already chose some middle schoolers then that is foolish. But if he has seen the middle schoolers actually play then he should know whether or not they can do it or not at the next level. Even if they don't stand out and they can compete with the older girls,, then it would be worth it.

Not hooping and hollering f.c., just saying it like it is. Coach Hatcher has been to some of the games, but you know as well as I, his attention will be pointed at who the coaches want it pointed at. I think some of the middle school coaches are the new coaches for Freshment and JV. Anyway, you sound like an alright girl or guy, have no idea which. Good luck to your daughter in whatever she decides to do. I know a lot of these girls at JC and Mullins, wish nothing but the best for all of them.