Brant is the best example I can give. He wasn't starting, yet he was in front of the dugout rooting for the team. When he got his at-bat, he responded with a hit to the wall. The kids are understanding and embracing the mixing and changes in the lineup better than expected.

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I told all of the kids to be ready to play and, when their time comes, they need to take advantage of it. It keeps the kids interested in the game and thinking.

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