Author: strikezoneacademy

Today’s video tip is specifically for 1st basemen and explains what to do if they are holding the runner on and the runner steals on the pitcher’s first move.  If the first baseman does this correctly he can dramatically increase the odds of nailing the...

  Adrian Gonzalez … now a Dodger Assuming you’re just a hitter.  It is true that many great hitters who have lost a step on defense get put over at first base but that doesn’t mean the position should be taken lightly.  Only those who have never...

Having great infielders during practice isn’t enough to help us win games – we need those players to play great under pressure and this drill really helps with that! Learn a great drill called the Around the World drill to help your infielders learn to handle pressure. The Around the...

Too much movement before the pitch.  Ever try throwing a dart at a moving dartboard?  That would be tough, right?  That’s why it’s Maybe the toughest job in baseball. so important for catchers to have as little movement as possible before the pitch.  Give the sign, set...

There are tons of different pitching grips out there.  I highly recommend that pitchers tinker with as many as possible to see which ones work best for them.  However, once you find the ones that fit you, be sure to perfect the timing involves with...

  Tired of these games?Successful pitching at any level is not rocket science.  Get ahead and force them to put the ball into play. There are very few situations in the game where a strikeout is necessary.  2nd and 3rd and no outs would be an example....

Today’s video tip involves a phrase I have been using with my son recently in order to increase his bat speed.  The phrase is “snap your swings.”  As you will see, it is related to the sport of boxing.   ...

The next time your team is on defense and the batter is probably going to bunt (right handed bunter), to help figure out if the bunt will be on the left or the right side of the infield have your infielders watch for the position...

There are a ton of great sayings in baseball.  Some are specific to one area of the game and some transfer to many/all areas of the baseball.  Today’s video explains one that benefits virtually every area of the game.   ...