I recently was listening to a guy on a podcast who previously was an elite special forces type guy in the Marine Corp. He gave a story about how his elite unit came across a unit of “grunts” out in the field who were having...
I get this question a lot – How do you chart pitches if the catcher calls the game? If you’ve ever wondered the same thing then uncover a simple method that allows you to chart from the dugout while your catcher calls the game. I agree with many...
A lot of baseball players and coaches have goals but without establishing a system for success, goals are simply a wishlist. Want yourself or your team to improve during the offseason and throughout the regular season? Start focusing on your systems! A lot more about this in...
Today’s video tip is for 3rd basemen and involves a popular phrase you will here coaches say when there are bases loaded or runners on 1st and 2nd. ...
Posted by Cindy Bristow Players play better when they can focus all of their efforts on their performance instead of wondering what their role on the team is, or what you think of them as a player. Learn 3 important things to tell each player regarding their...
Give yourself five points if you have ever heard of William of Ockham, the English philosopher and theologian born in the 13th century. Give yourself another 5 points if you know what “Ockham’s razor” (more often spelled Occam’s razor) means. Have any points yet? Occam’s razor is a philosophical principle...
I fully expect some criticism over this video because I think my views are in the minority. So all you keyboard warriors get your fingers ready! Today’s video explains two things from my point of view: How most kids are taught a proper arm path. What I think...
To help pitches move more and break faster, pitchers need to use their thumbs better. Instead of letting the thumb roll down during the release, the pitcher must keep pressure on her grip and keep the thumb straight as long as possible through the release....
By Coach Bob McCreary Today’s video tip involves exaggerating some of the basic mechanics of hitting. Exaggerating these movements improves the feel of the proper mechanic and also helps a hitter’s confidence while at the plate. Mix some into your everyday hitting routines! ...
BY DOUG BERNIER In baseball cutoffs and relays, split seconds can mean a HUGE momentum shift in the game. Get that out and now your team is energized. The game is shifting in your favor, and that attitude is contagious. It’s also contagious when that all out effort...
