Watch as Coach Todd Fitz-Gerald answers a question about setting standards during a Q&A session at the ABCA Convention. He states that the standard has been set by what has been created over the last […]
Baserunning Hit & Run Rules with Kevin Graber – Chicago Cubs
Watch as Coach Kevin Graber discusses the rules for a baserunner on a hit and run. The baserunner will take a 12-foot steal lead and must make sure the pitcher goes to the plate. If […]
Leadership is Authentic, Relentless, Selfless Service to a Cause with Colonel Craig Flowers – Sideline Leadership
Watch as Colonel Craig Flowers explains that the term Leadership is often clouded by clichés. He explains that in its simplest form leadership is service to a cause. Many times, Coaches fail to define leadership, […]
Catcher’s Line Blocking Drill with Grant Ramsey – Hillcrest High School (SC)
Watch as Coach Grant Ramsey explains, and a catcher demonstrates this line blocking drill. A pattern of balls is laid out and the catcher will move down the line making blocks and moving to the […]
I’m Stressed and I Have the Capability of Calming Down with Dr. Colleen Hacker – Team USA / Pacific Lutheran Univ.
Watch as Dr. Colleen Hacker explains that when you are angry, frustrated, stressed, or have lost focus, your next word or thought should be “and”. Whatever the negative situation is that you need to announce, […]
Empowering Coaches: Strategies for Supporting Youth from Struggling Homes in Athletics
By: Scott Garvis, CMAA Provided By: NHSACA As a coach, it’s essential to support students who come from struggling homes. These kids may face various challenges, and coaches can play a vital role in providing […]
Players Trust Consistency & Accountability with Adam Moseley – Hoover High School (AL)
Watch as Coach Adam Moseley answers a question on getting players to understand their ‘why’ and how to be purpose-driven in all that they do. Coach Moseley believes that players trust what is consistent in […]
Technology’s Impact on Mental Health with Dr. Josie Nicholson – Univ. of Mississippi
Dr. Josie Nicholson of Ole Miss Athletics discusses today’s technology and how it can have a negative effect on an individual athlete’s mental health. She explains that the world of sport is a world of […]
Catcher’s Tennis Ball Drill with Grant Ramsey – Hillcrest High School (SC)
Watch as Coach Grant Ramsey explains and demonstrates with a catcher this tennis ball drill. This is a bare-handed drill for the catchers that works on catching each ball with a soft hand and staying […]
Pitcher’s Warmups with Alex Sogard – Wright State Univ.
Watch as Coach Alex Sogard explains warmups for his pitchers that focus on engaging the core, working on hip mobility, shoulder mobility, and stability. His team also does many jumping exercises to improve ankle flexion. […]
Teach Me to Be Honest with Myself with Zach Sorensen – Atlanta Braves
Watch as Zach Sorensen explains that today’s players want to know where they stand. The feedback you provide them will not be accepted if you don’t have a good relationship with them based on: #1 […]
Do Not Confuse Bad Swing Path with Bad Timing
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life It is certainly true that the best swing mechanics in the world are not of much value if contact cannot be made because of bad timing. […]
Key Components of Our Quality Practice with Brad McIntire – Boyd High School (TX)
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 […]
Baserunning: Line Drive Reads with Mitch Thompson – Baylor Univ.
Watch as Coach Mitch Thompson explains and shows practice video of a baserunner’s line drive reads drill. Screens are placed at the infield positions and 3 groups of runners work on eliminating double plays when […]
Head Coach Blueprint: Cover Letters Are the Key to Getting Interviews with Chris Fore – Eight Laces Consulting
Watch as Chris Fore discusses how to get that first head coaching job. The key factor of getting an interview for the head coaching position is the cover letter. A great cover letter can make […]
Energy-Intensity-Enthusiasm with Chans Chapman – Ronald Reagan High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Chans Chapman talks about his team’s culture and how a big part of it is emphasizing to the players energy, intensity, and enthusiasm. The focus is to play with more energy, intensity, […]
Benefits of Having Multi-Sport Athletes on the Team with Travis Earles – Magnolia West High School (TX)
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 […]
Create a Positive Self-Talk Routine with Zack Etter – Univ. of Massachusetts
Watch as Zack Etter discusses creating a positive self-talk routine when communicating with players. He recommends sharing positive information everyday as today’s players are surrounded by negativity. Create an environment that focuses on the positive […]
Coaching Yourself: Managing Your Emotions
By: Rainer Martens & Robin S. Vealey Originally Published in: Successful Coaching Just like athletes, coaches must manage their emotions to perform effectively. Your personal example of managing your anxiety is a powerful model for […]
The Current State of Baseball Injuries with Jason Colleran – The Kinetic Arm
Watch as Jason Colleran discusses the current state of baseball injuries. He cites injury statistics that state that baseball has the highest rate of injuries in High School athletics that result in surgery due to […]
Helping Players Understand Their Roles with Jay Johnson – Louisiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach Jay Johnson discusses helping players buy in to the program and understanding their roles. He focuses on communication, clarity, and helping players understand why what you are asking them to do is […]
Pitcher’s 1-6-3 Fielding Drill with Chris Ermis
Watch as Coach Chris Ermis explains this 1-6-3 fielding drill. This is a pitcher’s best friend and focuses on getting the out at second base. Coach teaches the pitchers to field the ball in a […]
Chaos Fielding Drill with Chans Chapman – Ronald Reagan High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Chans Chapman explains and shows practice video of this chaos fielding drill. This is a high-rep drill involving pitchers, catchers, and infielders. There are 3 pitchers on the mound, each with a […]
Visualization for Success with Dan Cimini – De La Salle Collegiate High School (MI)
Watch as Coach Dan Cimini breaks down the importance of timing and visualization in practice routines. He shares how his team enhances pre-game infield and outfield drills by using visualization techniques, even without a ball. […]
There Is Nobility in the Struggle with Dr. Colleen Hacker, FNAP – Team USA / Pacific Lutheran Univ.
Watch as Dr. Colleen Hacker discusses mental toughness and how today’s environment and culture do not value and respect the struggles and difficulties that athletes encounter. Not achieving in any form of athletics may be […]
A Hard Conversation
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life “Face toward the problems” Baseball is a wonderful sport to teach life lessons within the game for beyond the game. The first step in this endeavor […]
Catching: Staying Below the Ball Drills with Tyler Johnson – McLennan Community College
Watch as Coach Tyler Johnson discusses the importance of staying below the baseball when receiving a pitch. The catcher must try to match the pitch angle from underneath by making the target then taking the […]
Leadership Drives the Culture with Jon Gordon – The Jon Gordon Companies
Watch as Jon Gordon explains that leadership drives culture. It is important to identify what you stand for, what you want to be known for, and what you value. Culture is not static, it is […]
Rotational Drill for Infielders with Mark Thompson – Elder High School (OH)
Watch as Coach Mark Thompson explains, and players demonstrate this rotational drill for infielders. The drill has 4 spots: a 2nd baseman, a shortstop, a 1st baseman, and a feeder with the infielders working on […]
Outfielder’s Route Drills with Nick Mingione – Univ. of Kentucky
Watch as Coach Nick Mingione explains and shows practice video of these outfielder’s route drills. Coach will cover the following drills: the Fade Drill for both the arm and glove sides, the Recover-Open Drill (both […]