16 Apr Pitchers Better Do This When Backing Up Bases
In today’s video tip, Coach McCreary explains the must-do’s when backing up bases as a pitcher. ...
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16 Apr Hey Coach, Why’d You Do That?
By Cindy Bristow Ever make a game decision only to be second guessed by parents, players your other coaches, or even yourself? If so, then join the club. Discover how to leave the second-guessing out of it. There’s always more information after a play then before it, but...
10 Apr When To Throw Two And Four Seam Fastballs
Today’s video tip is for pitchers and explains what the basic rules are for when to throw a two seam fastball as opposed to a four seam fastball. There are always exceptions to the rule (especially as kids get older) but today’s tips provide the...
10 Apr College And Pro Players Don’t Know This?
A couple years ago I conducted an informal survey of former professional players who now coach at the college or pro levels. I asked them one question and received back close to 100 responses. The questions was “what are two or three things that you can’t...
02 Apr 4 Tips to Turn Indoor Hitting into Outdoor Success
Softball season is starting in many parts of the country – inside that is! Make sure you know the 4 things that will help give your hitters more outside success! If you’re located in a cold weather climate that probably means you spend a lot of time...
02 Apr If You Are Sending A Runner Home, They Better Know This!
In today’s video tip, I explain and demonstrate how runners need to round third to give them the best chance of scoring. I also point out several mistakes I typically see in young runners who do this process incorrectly. Share if you think it is worthy! ...
26 Mar Help for Catchers That Blink
Blinking is a natural reaction when a ball is flying directly at you, but it’s not helpful at all to a catcher. Uncover 3 tips for helping teach your catchers to keep those eyes open. I’ve always used the following 3 things to help catchers whenever they...
26 Mar Pinching The Middle For Middle Infielders – Part Two
Today’s video tip is Part 2 of the very important responsibility for middle infielders when there are runners on base. To see Part 1, click HERE. Today’s tip focuses on a common mistake made AFTER this responsibility is over and how to correct it. ...
20 Mar Pinching The Middle For Middle Infielders – Part 1
Today’s video tip is about the VERY IMPORTANT and MANDATORY responsibility of both middle infielders whenever there are runners on base. It’s one of the many things a well-coached team will do without being told. ...
20 Mar 8 Pitching Traps to Avoid
Posted by Cindy Bristow After working for years with pitchers, I’ve come up with some things I see pitchers constantly doing – no matter how young or old they are – that either hold them down or else shoot them up to great success. Make sure you know these...