Coach Tells 11U Pitcher to Intentionally Walk a Heavy Hitter — Development or Gamesmanship?

A parent on r/littleleague says a coach instructed an 11U pitcher to intentionally walk a strong hitter, upsetting the player and raising concerns about whether that strategy fits Little League’s developmental goals. The post sparks a common youth-baseball debate: teaching situational strategy vs. prioritizing reps and competition for young pitchers.