18 February 2010 2 Comments

“Where Should I Stand in the Batter’s Box?”

Where the player stand in the batter’s box often gets little attention from coaches and players, yet it can impact the success of a hitter.  The question is, up in the box?  Even with the plate?  Back in the box?  Close to the plate?  Away from the plate?  The relationship between a player’s swing, the [...]

24 November 2009 7 Comments

Technique Tuesday Tip Of the Week! Baseball: A Game of Catch.

Teaching the simple task of catching and throwing a baseball is the most challenging concept you will face as a coach.  Approach every athlete as if he has never thrown or caught a baseball before.  I am convinced that teaching approach to throwing must begin at the most simplistic stage and be developed over the course of [...]

22 November 2009 2 Comments

Monday Morning Coach.

Monday Morning Coach, will provide coaches with helpful tips and ideas to run an efficient, effective practice routine for your youth baseball team. 
My philosophy is simple “preparation is the key to success.” Coaches need to set up a practice schedule that is consistent.  Whether you choose twice a week or three times a week, you [...]