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• They Will See It All Over Your Face

  

  Quick … which of these two photos shows a genuine smile and which is an example of that fake smile just given for the camera? As you could tell almost... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Root for Yourself

  

  Parents root for their kids. Fans root for the players on their side too. So do coaches and teammates. But all their cheering, rooting, and supporting won’t mak... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Don’t Run Him Off!

  

  When I teach base running to players, I do not just cover the mechanics, techniques, and the mental side. I also list and explain all the words and phrases the... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Runner!!

  

  Go to a college game (and many high school) games and you will undoubtedly hear multiple people from the defensive team yell “RUNNER!!” when a runner takes off... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Pre-game Drills for Catchers

  

  As teams get older, catching becomes more of an impact position on the field. Having the unathletic kid strap on the equipment and kneel behind the plate in... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• “Don’t Look at the Ball! Just Run!” is Bad Advice

  

  We’ve all heard a coach or parent yell the title of this post to a player who is so busy watching the ball that he does not run hard around the bases. Read more

  Posted on 29 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Pitchers – Don’t Let Runners Take Walking Leads

  

  When base runners attempt to steal 3rd base, they will often use one of two methods at the beginning – a stationary lead or a walking lead. A stationary lead... Read more

  Posted on 25 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Fields Get Bigger and the Game Changes

  

  You’ve coached your son’s team at the early ages and everything is pretty simple and straight forward. Then he gets to around 11 or 12 and it seems like the... Read more

  Posted on 22 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• How to Maximize Your Warm-ups

  

  I’m not a fan of marathon baseball practices. Occasionally, a two-hour practice may be needed but usually 90 minutes has been my limit for practice time from th... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Helping Young Hitters Get to the Load-up Position

  

  Today’s video tip is mostly for young hitters who struggle to get to a better load-up position. However, even older hitters can struggle getting there too. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Sliding at First Base

  

  Today’s video tip is about sliding at first base. I explain the ONLY time it is ok to do so. This only applies to older players who are allowed to slide head... Read more

  Posted on 07 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Do You Play Or Do You Compete?

  

  A lot of kids across the world play baseball. Not as many compete. There is a huge difference between the two.A kid who plays the game: Shows up when the coach... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The 10 Step Process for Taking Leads and Getting Back

  

  Stupid mistakes at the bases, even at the MLB level, often are a result of one or more things that were ignored or not performed correctly. Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The Ball Travels Faster Than Your Glove

  

  When the game gets faster at each higher level, the smaller details of every play become magnified. Minor flaws in a batter’s swing get exposed. Missing your... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Positive and Negative Symptoms

  

  In the area of psychological disorders, you will often see both “positive” and “negative” symptoms from the person suffering from the disorder. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• The Immortal Bartolo Colon

  

  45 year old Bartolo Colon almost threw a perfect game last night against the World Champion Houston Astros. “Big Sexy” finished with 7 strikeouts and gave up on... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Improving the 3-1 Play

  

  A ball is hit to the first baseman and the pitcher runs over to cover the bag. The first baseman flips the ball to the pitcher for a routine out. Seems pretty... Read more

  Posted on 12 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Good Approaches and Good Swings

  

  I had the pleasure of accompanying a high school team to South Carolina last week over the Easter Break. It was wonderful for many reasons but mainly because I... Read more

  Posted on 09 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• Adding Vs Subtracting Steps for Infielders

  

  When I work with young infielders, I always coach them as if they are shortstops. I do this because a shortstop typically has to have the most efficient footwor... Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS

• How to Organize a Baseball Practice

  

  I’ve had a lot of new subscribers to the site so I don’t want to assume everyone has seen all the resources within the site. Every year I get many questions... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2018 BASEBALL, SPORTS