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1. Choices

   Growing up watching the Angels play in Anaheim and as the mother of two sons who play baseball (one pitching at a Division 1 college and the other in high school) I have been a spectator at more than my share of games. There is definitely a risk that one accepts by sitting near a baseball field, and it is in your best interest to pay attention. Yes, there should be appropriate protection at the field to prevent accidents. However, the choice to attend a game is up to the individual attending. I have sat in great seats behind dugouts, knowing that if I failed to pay attention for a moment I was putting myself at risk. I learned more about the game in the process - it helps to know which direction the foul balls are likely to go if the hitter is left or right handed. In most cases, a spectator has a choice in where he or she sits and can limit the risks. There are usually seats available in the upper decks of big stadiums or in the distance at Little League and school fields. Accidents are unfortunate, but it is our choice to participate. I worry about my sons getting hit by a ball being hit off a metal bat, but I understand that it is a risk we choose to accept in order to play the game.

   7 months, 2 weeks ago In response to Foul Ball

Define what responsibility means to you.