Category: Ask The Coach

Is it legal for the first baseman to have his feet, one or both, in foul territory while holding a runner at first base? -Kevin My rule you must have eight players in fair territory. The rule is really designed to keep a coach from placing a player behind the catcher...

My son has played baseball for several years.  As he gets older his hitting does not seem to be improving.  I take him to the batting cages and he does very well.  He is currently on his high school team and does well at practice.  When he gets up...

I coach baseball at the 13-15 Babe Ruth level. We work hard with our pitchers holding runners on to avoid giving up really easy stolen bases. At this point, I think our pitchers are doing well at this task. I have a question or two about the second baseman and...

I have coached baseball for years and have told my kids that baseball and golf do not mix. A lot of golf can be a detriment to your baseball swing. Am I off base with my teaching? While many athletes successfully cross-train, the unique mechanics of each sport can...

Hello Coach, My question is what can we do about a hitter that is habitually late with her swing? It doesn't seem to matter if the pitch is fast or slow!! Her mechanics and bat speed are great! She will be a sophomore at UW Whitewater this year. If she doesn't correct...

I am coaching a 9 year old baseball team and have been discussing coaching techniques with my assistants.  My assistants think we should make players run laps and do push up when they constantly make the same mistake.  I am of the opinion that repetition and...