Catcher wanted to play baseball, not just play catch with the "pitcher". A mix of altruism and self interest. Playing baseball at that level means getting kids on base, making the game more interesting. Good for him, and for the other kids too. Everyone benefits when the game is more active.
Catcher wanted to play baseball, not just play catch with the "pitcher". A mix of altruism and self interest. Playing baseball at that level means getting kids on base, making the game more interesting. Good for him, and for the other kids too. Everyone benefits when the game is more active.
It might explain the Cringe feeling we get from watching people fail publicly. It is perhaps a cooperative instinct that compels us to help others.