Putting my three year old in t-ball?

Question

I'm a single mother of a three year old little boy. I am planning to put him in T-Ball. It is only a six week season starting in January. I have played t-ball with him at home as well as soccer. My little guy has a mean pitching and hitting arm. I figured poor little guy is tired of doing girly things (i.e shopping and going to the salon with me) His father has been in Iraq for some time and I thought it would be something my son would enjoy. Even though I do think he will not crasp the concept of running to the bases =) I have been getting mixed advice. What do you guys think?

Answer 1

i think it's a wonderful and what a great mother u must be for looking out for his best interest. where i live they have a league for younger children starting at age 3. ask the coach if his age is a problem, i'm sure ur little guy will just as good as the other players. parents at these games aren't there to make sure their son wins or does great athletically but more to take pictures and to socialize their child. i plan on getting my son into t-ball around the same age. ur making a great decision!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

Go for it! Our three year old did t-ball and loved it. He was also in a six week program. It was Smart Start so the parents are involved in the practices. He had an excellent coach. They teach them the extreme basics. We also put him in Smart Start flag football which he loved even more than t-ball. I see nothing wrong with it. It is a good bonding activity for the child and parent and it also gives the child a chance to interact with other kids and learn the basics of a sport. They only meet once a week so it isn't as if he is on a full time scheudle. If my son were to ever say he didn't want to do it then we wouldn't do it. But he loves it. There is nothing wrong with getting your kids active at an early age.

Answer 5

My three year old has been eagerly awaiting the day she is old enough to play t-ball. Last year some of her older friends played and we went to the games. I want her to take dance, which starts after t-ball is over (She loves to dance). She doesn't understand this. For some reason she thinks she can't do both. She says she's playing t-ball not dance. I don't know about your 3 year old, but there's no arguing with mine once she makes up her mind!
Even if he doesn't quite understand all the rules of the game, he will have fun and get exercise. That's all that matters.

Answer 6

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Putting my three year old in t-ball?
I'm a single mother of a three year old little boy. I am planning to put him in T-Ball. It is only a six week season starting in January. I have played t-ball with him at home as well as soccer. My little guy has a mean pitching and hitting arm. I figured poor little guy is tired of doing...

Answer 7

My 7 year old girl and 3 year old boy played on the same team this past spring and it was a delight. Yeah, your son may not grasp the concept of running bases and everything, but he will remember it as a good time. A lot of the younger kids on the team (3-4 yr.olds) picked grass and kicked dirt around, but they could hardly wait to get to the field. At that age it is about having fun and getting them used to being on a team and taking turns. Let him play, you will get just as much enjoyment out of it as he will. Just make sure it stays fun for him and not about missing a ball or winning the game. My son could care less if they lost, and he had a great time. Hope your little man has a good season!

Answer 8

Perfect timing! I started my son @ 3 years old in t-ball. My nephew started at 2 1/2! It depends on the child too, sounds like he is ready though. It will make him feel more confident of being a boy. Yep, sometimes I have to drag my boy's shopping, getting my nails done, etc. They hate it! They much rather be with Dad and do boy stuff.

Answer 9

My 3 year old so did this too right after his daddy deployed. He asked for his dad a lot, I think because of the dads around. Anyways some days he wanted to play and other days he wanted to wonder around. Don't stress about him not getting the game, just let him enjoy being a kid. My son had a good time and made new friends and I got great pictures to send his daddy. I was happy I let my son play.

Answer 10

Do it, it'll keep him active and healthy. And when his father comes back, he'll ahve something to show his father when he finally arrives. It'll give him one hell of an arm for a three year old. And it'll probably make his dad proud.