1. STOP!! Hitting Instructors are teaching the wrong things... CHECK THIS OUT!!!! by
Bill Carlson [ Date: February, 11, 2010 - Words: 528 - Views: 5052 ] If you think "Mechanics" are going to get you where you want to go, you would be mistaken. There is something far more important that you need to know.... Let me show you.
2. Four Base Rundown - A Full Team Base Running Drill by
Pat Ryan [ Date: February, 1, 2010 - Words: 1434 - Views: 2591 ] Here is a fun and competitive full team drill that is excellent for teaching aggressive base running, which does not come naturally to young players. There is no better drill to teach your players to round the bases, which puts them in position to take a
3. OUCH! My Youth Sports Parent Learns About Protective Gear by
Brent Henze [ Date: December, 17, 2009 - Words: 512 - Views: 730 ] If you are a youth sports parent, you need to be organized and make sure your athlete has all of his/her protective equipment. This is my story about my mom, who now LOVES baseball, and her education (my expense) on protective cups for youth baseball play
4. How to Help Your Child Deal With Baseball Fears and Anxieties by
Mike Posey [ Date: October, 22, 2009 - Words: 299 - Views: 2633 ] This article covers some of the common fears and anxieties that youth baseball players face.
5. Fungo Forcebacks by
Olan Suddeth [ Date: February, 9, 2009 - Words: 705 - Views: 3269 ] A change of pace game that blends baseball skills with field hockey to emphasize both bat control and defense
6. Don't Guess at The Plate - Make an Educated Guess by
Joel Thomas [ Date: February, 5, 2009 - Words: 390 - Views: 3073 ] This article basically describes my philsophy on why coaches shouldn't teach their players not to guess pitches while hitting. I give examples of situations where an educated guess on the pitch selection is the best policy.
7. What is Mental Toughness and Why is it Important for Athletes? by
Mike Posey [ Date: January, 26, 2009 - Words: 1038 - Views: 3551 ] How important is the development of mental toughness in maximizing sports performance? Can coaches and/or parents help players develop better mental toughness skills?
8. Do Big Barrell Bats Help or Hinder Young Hitters? by
Mike Posey [ Date: January, 26, 2009 - Words: 1236 - Views: 7402 ] Does hitting with a big barrel bat at a young age help or hinder the hitting development for youth league hitters? This article will answer that question and discuss the key concepts in choosing a bat as it relates to youth league hittind developement.
9. Building Self Confidence is the Key to Winning by
Mike Posey [ Date: January, 7, 2009 - Words: 1403 - Views: 3964 ] This article discusses the importance of building self confidence in players to develop championship teams. Coaching tips given on to train your players to think, act, and play like champions.
10. Youth Baseball Pitcher Tips For Coaches And Players by
Chip Lemin [ Date: February, 14, 2008 - Words: 824 - Views: 13922 ] This article covers some of the basic tips for youth baseball pitchers - and their coaches.
