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Benefits of Having Multi-Sport Athletes on the Team with Travis Earles – Magnolia West High School (TX)

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:40:14 +0000

Watch as Coach Travis Earles highlights the advantages of having multi-sport athletes on his State Championship team. This was his first opportunity to coach a team with multiple starters that played another sport. He explains that, in his opinion, kids are throwing too much too soon and playing another sport helps with this situation. A major benefit is the players that come over from football are excited to play some baseball. They are extremely fresh physically and mentally. The key factor is having the cooperation of the AD and FB Coach that allow players to be multi-sport athletes.

Be a Good Teammate and Play Hard with Kevin Millar – MLB Network

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Mon, 18 May 2026 11:29:07 +0000

Watch as Kevin Millar discusses the intangibles of baseball as a player. Being a great teammate directly influences performance in the game, while a strong attitude enriches the experience. Winning and stats may be important, but they are nowhere near as important as being a valuable, compassionate member of the team.

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Why? When? Use the Classroom with Tom Marker – Olentangy Orange High School (OH)

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:20 +0000

Watch as Coach Tom Marker discusses what to cover with your players in classroom sessions. Daily classroom meetings review important information for reflection and discussion. This can include practice recordings, game footage, scouting reports, or any other updates to keep players informed and tracking their progress. Tools that can help with daily meetings include Baseball Savant and Synergy, which can categorize your videos for specific plays or game situations.

3 Pillars of The Texas Way with Stephen Mackey – 2Words Character Development

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:20:40 +0000

Watch as Stephen Mackey addresses the need for change concerning sportsmanship at UIL events. He highlights a joint initiative called "The Texas Way," designed to elevate sportsmanship at UIL events, reduce ejections, and strengthen connections among coaches, athletes, officials, fans, and the broader community.

Hitting: The Mental Game with Paul Babcock – ABCA

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:25:46 +0000

Watch as Coach Paul Babcock breaks down simple mental keys for hitters: stay relaxed, take a deep breath, and keep a positive mindset. He teaches hitters to forget the last at-bat, trust their swing, and attack each pitch with a "see it, be easy, hammer it" approach.

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Tee & Toss Drills with JM Kelly – Dodge City Community College

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:04:09 +0000

Watch as Coach JM Kelly explains and shows practice videos of some tee and toss drills. It is important to have purpose in your practice with tee drills, so various drills will place the tee in specific positions to work on different pitch locations. Starting with the inside/high tee, a batter will focus on their movement to the ball during the swing while the tee is positioned higher and closer to the base.

Key Components of Our Quality Practice with Brad McIntire – Boyd High School (TX)

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:37:29 +0000

Watch as Coach Brad McIntire discusses the key components of running a quality practice. He emphasizes that structure and organization are critical for success. Practice plans are sent to players and coaches by mid-day, ensuring everyone knows what to work on. Coach McIntire also provides a detailed look at how he organizes practices and determines the day’s focus.

Hitting: How to Train Off-Speed with Caleb Longley – Cincinnati Reds

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:52:04 +0000

Watch as Coach Caleb Longley discusses how to train hitters to adjust to the off-speed. The biggest mistake is when the batter allows the ball to get on them and then tries to push the ball the other way. Coach Longley will explain in detail the training progression covering the Tee, Flips, BP, and Machine. BP and Machine work will consist of the following 3 & 3: 3 fastballs, then 3 breaking balls, alternating between fastballs, breaking balls, and random fastballs.

Caleb Longley was previously a coach at Texas A&M Univ.

Infield Drill Series with Josh Lee – McMurry Univ.

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:20:03 +0000

Watch as Coach Josh Lee explains and shows practice videos of a series of infield drills he uses. The main focus of these drills is body control, speed, and adaptability for infielders. The drills especially emphasize body control; in fact, it’s the core element of game performance.

Strategy for Improving Culture with Garrett Methvin – Spring Hill High School (TX)

Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:01:30 +0000

Watch as Coach Garrett Methvin breaks down what really builds a winning program. It's not just talent, it's culture. He shares his "CLAW" mentality: commitment, love, attitude, and work ethic. You’ll see how holding players accountable, setting high standards, and building real team bonds creates a true family atmosphere.