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• Pay Attention to Your First At-bat

  

  Today’s tip is generally not needed at the lower levels. It is more for players at the college and pro levels where there tends to be more scouting of other... Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The 2-2 Fastball

  

  There is a saying among pitching coaches that goes “if you throw an off-speed pitch 2-2, you might as well throw it 3-2.” Here is the reason for the saying. Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• My Baseball Nightmare

  

  For as long as I can remember I’ve had the same recurring dream. Actually, it’s more of a nightmare. It’sYes, baseball nightmares are a real thingalways some... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Playing Catch with Pete Rose

  

  When I was younger, my dad and I would frequently make trips to the backyard to play catch. When my accuracy needed improving, he would always draw an... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Purpose Pitch Vs Waste Pitch

  

  A pitch is thrown way outside and high. A player from the bench yells “Good waste pitch!”But was it?I believe there is quite a difference between and purpose... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The Trouble with Seniors

  Over the years, I have had numerous conversations with coaches at the high school and college levels. We’ve talked about the good, the bad, and the ugly. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Fill-In-The-Blank for Coaches

  The other day I posted (in jest) a template for parents to fill in after this baseball season. A parent could use all positive words and phrases or all... Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Fill-In-The-Blank for Parents

  Ever play Mad Libs?  Of course you have!  Well, here is one for parents at the end of this season.  Just fill in the blanks with a word or phrase that fits. ... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• When Second Basemen Cover First

  

  I’ve probably wrote on this website a hundred times about how important proper footwork is when it comes to defense. Most errors, non-plays, and other mistakes... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Wasted Motion

  One of the best ways to improve your game is to cut out any wasted motion. It doesn’t matter if you are a pitcher, fielder, hitter, or base runner, cutting out... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Shut Your Mouth and Give Me the Ball

  

  Every now and then a Major League pitcher will blow up at a coach who comes out to pull him from the game. With television, the whole ugly scene is recorded... Read more

  Posted on 07 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The No Look Delivery

  

  There are several ways to hold runners on to limit their running game. Having a good pickoff move is one of them. Having several different types of pickoff move... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The 1st and 3rd Dilemma

  

  A couple weeks ago the Philadelphia Phillies had a common situation occur in three straight games that resulted in a negative outcome. With no outs, there were... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Lottery Mentality

  

  The lottery is said to be “a tax on people who can’t do math.” That’s
 because you probably have better odds of getting hit by a bolt of lightning... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Reading the Ball off the Bat

  

  On a recent evening, I had the rare chance to watch a high school game. From where I was sitting in the stands, my viewing angle was such that I could see the... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Baseball Cliches – Early and Often

  

  Clichés have always been a big part of baseball. “We just have to take it one game at a time.” “I just need to throw my game and God willing, everything will... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Fingers Between the Ball and the Head

  

  One of the toughest things to teach/fix in the throwing motion is keeping the fingers between the ball and the head when the hands separate in the process of... Read more

  Posted on 29 April 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Slump Proof a Team

  You never can totally eliminate slumps as a player or team. However, if your team is good at the following, you can prevent some of them or at least not allow... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• You’ve Got to Be Kidding Me (Part 2)

  

  So, I’m watching the Phillies game the other night and I have another “You’ve got to be kidding me” moment. Before I tell you why, take a look at the game’s... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• How to Warm up Without a Bullpen

  

  I’ve written a number of posts about the need for all pitchers to warm-up properly before games. One of the biggest mistakes pitchers make is not warming up... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2013 BASEBALL, SPORTS