I cannot count the number of times I have watched a young player get out on a play when they should have been safe at first, had they simply ran hard. This is a very preventable out, and one that will cost you several runs over the course of the season if you don't...
Category: Coaching
King Of The Hill Drill
Player's Love To Compete! This baseball drill emphasizes fielding skills & competition. It's fun & a good test of players' fielding skills & reaction! Add fun competition to our old game of pepper & watch how this great drill improves your fielders....
Shortstop Tasks and Tips
ATTRIBUTES OF A GOOD SHORTSTOP Anticipates all defensive plays that could involve him; ready to throw to right base or home plate. Stays on top of the ball, with most throws. Plants his feet and throws overhand when possible. Works on holding runners close. Charges...
The Five Essentials of Infield Play
Every infielder must strive to achieve the following. He must have: The correct attitude Excellent sensory perception Good rhythm with all ground balls Proper mechanics The ability to make the plays Once he has developed these five areas, he must never settle for...
Rundowns: Slam Dunks of Defensive Baseball
A team unprepared to deal with rundowns might panic at the sight of a runner caught off base. In reality, few situations favor the defense more. Once your team masters the following strategies, they'll view rundowns as "slam dunk" outs. The keys to successful rundown...
Taking Care of Your New Glove: Do’s and Don’ts!
Most good gloves are built from good top grain leather. They become "truly personal" items to many ball players. If you treat it just like you would any high quality leather item, it will give you longer years of service. Do - Store your glove in room temperature...
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