11. Why Do Kids Hate Playing Outfield? by
Chip Lemin [ Date: February, 13, 2008 - Words: 658 - Views: 10463 ] Kids hate outfield because coaches tend to hide weak players there - and then, forget about them. Don't let this be the case with your team!
12. Introduction Letter - Start the Season Off Right by
Gerald Rhead [ Date: February, 11, 2008 - Words: 738 - Views: 11072 ] Lay the ground work for a great season by sharing a comprehensive letter with parents and guardians of your teams players. A sample letter is included.
13. Improve your Baseball Hitting Skills With Ancient Okinawa Martial Arts by
Doug Dammeier [ Date: February, 8, 2008 - Words: 1827 - Views: 9396 ] The author integrates martial arts approaches into the science of hitting. It may sound odd, but it works!
14. Discount Baseball Bats - How To Get Them For Slashed Prices by
Jeremy Tang [ Date: February, 8, 2008 - Words: 271 - Views: 10044 ] This article looks at some reliable ways to find inexpensive, quality youth baseball bats.
15. Hitting in Clutch Situations by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: February, 7, 2008 - Words: 525 - Views: 4638 ] Late in the game plate appearances, especially when your team is down, can be big pressure on a youth baseball player. Help coach your team to success in clutch situations with these tips.
16. The Art of the Two Base Walk: Put Pressure on the Defense! by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: February, 6, 2008 - Words: 643 - Views: 4620 ] Give your team an edge in close games by putting pressure on your opponent. Any time one of your batters draws a walk, have them try to stretch it into two bases.
17. Can (and Should) Girls Play Baseball? by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: February, 1, 2008 - Words: 837 - Views: 6483 ] A look at the issue of girls playing in a traditional boy's sport. Should girls play baseball?
18. Play the Ball, Not the Other Team! by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: January, 25, 2008 - Words: 460 - Views: 4939 ] Far too often, we allow our teams to create added pressure on themselves because of the opponent or the game situation. Instead of worrying about the score or how good the other team is, have them concentrate on normal play.
19. Conditioning for Pitchers: Exercises for the Offseason by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: January, 24, 2008 - Words: 682 - Views: 14332 ] Pitchers are not made during practice - they are made in the offseason. Follow these exercise siggestions to build a regular workout that will help increase emdurance, flexibility, and strength.
20. How to Play First Base (the Right Way) by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: November, 5, 2007 - Words: 475 - Views: 10936 ] This article includes the basic responsibilities of the first baseman. Make sure that you are teaching your players the correct fundamentals!
