Hitting Tips

Where should I try to hit the ball?Always approach the inside & top part of the ball. This will help the ball go where it should go. If it’s pitched inside you’ll pull the ball. If it’s away, you should go the other way with the ball. Approach...

The Batting Average Is Satan

Coach JP Says:A lot of guys know, understand and can teach a great swing…a vital part to maximizing your athlete. Dedicated players will take most of the swings they need to improve. The players who don’t are ultimately eliminated at some future point anyway, so to me...

Plan Your Work & Work Your Plan!

1st Things First!Commit to having a plan. With a plan, you have direction.With direction, you get more done in less time and are more apt to get results…which makes you want stick with your plan…and repeat it even more…which gets you better quicker…get it?But…what do...

A Favorite Baseball Batting Coach… It Might Be You!

Ever hear of a ball player named Rudy Jaramillo? Probably not.How about batting Coach Rudy J of the Rangers… No? How about 1972 #1 draft pick Rob Ellis, (that’s the baseball “Heisman Trophy”, folks). Doesn’t ring a bell?Former Twins Batting Coach Rob Ellis…no? All...
Injury Prevention For Youth Players

Injury Prevention For Youth Players

For many youth athletes, the start of a new sports season may be right around the corner. Many of these athletes will experience aches, pain, and injuries during the first few weeks of the season. With some helpful hints and preventative measures, an athlete can...
Stress In Youth Sports

Stress In Youth Sports

In many circles, concern about the stress placed on youth sport participants seems to be the most frequent topic of discussion when youth sports is mentioned. Is there stress in youth sports? Of course, there is! Not only do the athletes experience stress, but so do...
Sports Training and the Young Athlete

Sports Training and the Young Athlete

How Much Is Enough, How Much Is Too Much? The past 25 years have seen a dramatic increase in the number of sports programs being offered to young athletes. In most communities, organized teams and leagues are available for baseball, soccer, football, and basketball,...
Not Drinking Enough Water Leads to Problems

Not Drinking Enough Water Leads to Problems

Are you drinking the amount of water you should every day? We all know that water is important, but have you ever seen it written like this before? 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world drinking soda pop.) In 37% of Americans,...