Watch as Coach discusses points that he uses when connecting with parents. Examples of opportunities to work with parents are public events, player evaluations, weekly communications, fundraisers, and individual meetings. Make it a point to […]
Mental Game: Maximize Performance with Deskaheh Bomberry – Sacramento City College
Watch as Coach Deskaheh Bomberry discusses the importance of developing the mental game in order to maximize the performance of your athletes.
Empowering Your Hitters to Choose Their Own Drills with Brad Sanfilippo – San Jose State Univ.
It is important to know your hitters and develop an individualized hitting plan customized for them. The goal is to be able to hit velocity and square the ball consistently as well as hitting the […]
Developing Infielders with Ron Eastman – The Woodlands HS (TX)
Watch as Coach explains that they work hard at developing their infielders. He shows practice clips of a couple of drills they like. The first drill is the hands routine, with the infielders using small […]
When to Sac Bunt with Matt Lisle – Univ. of San Francisco
Watch as Coach discusses different scenarios when the sac bunt should be used. With a runner on first base and no outs, he suggests to never use a sac bunt but will explain some situations […]
Pitching: Foot Location on the Rubber with Nate Yeskie – Texas A&M
Watch as Coach talks about a pitcher’s foot location on the rubber and how he needs to be able to get to his glove side. Breaking ball shape and the action of their fastball are […]
Understanding Parents
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “Keep the discussion with your athlete and parents alive, but never forget that you are the coach, and you have your own […]
Video of the Month! Coaching the Bases with Toby Gardenhire – St. Paul Saints
Welcome to this month’s FREE full-length video session! Access to this 51-minute session from the 2021 Minnesota State High School Baseball Coaches Association (MSHSBCA) Fall Clinic will expire on Friday, March 11, 2022 – Enjoy! […]
Bare-Handed Catching Drill with Scott Stricklin – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Scott Stricklin discusses, and a player demonstrates this bare-handed catching drill to develop hand speed, framing, and mental focus.
5-4-3 Double Play Pivots Drill with Dai Dai Otaka – Houston Astros
Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates this 5-4-3 double play drill using three bases. With three reps, Coach explains the different types of balls delivered to the 2nd baseman and the footwork that is required […]
Outfield: Step and Dive Drill with Kerrick Jackson – MLB Draft League
Watch as Coach Kerrick Jackson discusses, and players demonstrate this step and dive fielding drill. This drill keeps practice fun and tests the limits of your athletes.
Shortstop Double Play Pivots with Jason Crain – Alma College
Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates the shortstop’s pivot on a double play ball. He only teaches one pivot with the shortstop coming across the back side of the bag, avoiding the step and throw. […]
Fear Is Powerful, but It Is Better to Build and Not Break with Kate Leavell – The Jon Gordon Companies
Kate Leavell explains that fear is a powerful tool that works as a short-term motivational tool but requires more and more overtime to be effective. Eventually fear does not work, as the recipient tunes it […]
Runner at Second Base – Get ‘Em Over
By: Todd Guilliams Originally Published in: High-Scoring Baseball Provided by: Human Kinetics What does “Get ’em over” mean? When a runner is at second base with no outs, the batter wants to advance the runner […]
Hitting: Back Up Tee Drill with Jeff Gregory – Wingate Univ.
Watch as Coach Jeff Gregory discusses, and players demonstrate this back up tee drill with a 9-swing progression that helps hitters keep their bat in the zone for a longer period of time.
Understanding the Power of Productive ABs with Chad Caillet – Univ. of South Carolina
Watch as Coach explains the importance of understanding what productive ABs are and taking pride in them. He encourages his players to trust the system, and everyone will eat and get their stats. Coach reviews […]
3rd Base Mechanics: Building Momentum After a Drop Step with Tyler Gillum – South Mountain CC
Watch as Coach Tyler Gillum demonstrates 3rd base fielding mechanics and how to maintain momentum after taking a drop step.
Infielders Forehand & Backhand Groundball Drill with Billy Boyer – Detroit Tigers
Watch as Coach explains, and infielders demonstrate this forehand and backhand groundball drill. Using circle patterns on the field, infielders work on pivots, and turning towards the target. Great for working on footwork patterns, the […]
Credibility Is Like a Bank Account with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale discusses how to establish credibility with athletes. Preparedness, empathy, and honesty are all keys to success. Dr. Dale also explains the importance of giving kids a purpose on the team. Like […]
Communication Is Overrated
By: Coach Bob McCreary Provided by: Baseball By The Yard For anyone who has ever seen me coach, the title of this post may seem more than a little hypocritical. That’s because I never shut […]
Pitching: Find a Way to Win with Chris Litton – College Station HS (TX)
Watch as Coach talks about the goals he and his staff set for their pitchers. The goal board represents the objectives that they want to accomplish throughout the game with the obvious goal of winning […]
Video of the Month! Developing Hitters with Scott Carden – Albion College
Welcome to this month’s FREE full-length video session! Access to this 47-minute session from the 2021 Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association (MHSBCA) Grassroots Baseball Coaches Insider Clinic will expire on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 […]
My Favorite Hitting Drills with Curtis Granderson – Retired MLB Player
Former Major Leaguer Curtis Granderson discusses his two favorite hitting drills. First, the Tee Drill which offers the flexibility to work on all aspects of hitting. Second, the Soft Toss Over or Underhand Drill which […]
Receiving: Sway with the Eyes with Blake Allen – DePauw Univ.
Watch as Coach Blake Allen discusses his philosophy for receiving and how he teaches his catchers to move when there is an inaccurate pitch.
Starting the Swing Skater Drill with Robert Ruiz – Westmont College
The Skater Hitting Drill requires the hitter to step forward then back and hit. A hitter demonstrates this drill which allows for creating good ground angles, athleticism and learning how to use the body.
2nd Base Double Play Pivots with Jason Crain – Alma College
Watch as Coach explains that there are two types of pivots for the second baseman on a double play. For the first type, the infielder gets to the spot on the bag, catches, throws, and […]
Pitcher’s Towel Drills with Tyler Oakes – North Dakota State Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses and shows clips of a pitcher’s delivery work using towels. Coach is a big believer in towel drills and mentions that many Big Leaguers use them. The focus is on arm […]
Athlete Skill Evaluation Tool
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics A coach’s skill evaluation tool should include all the technical, tactical, physical and psychological aspects of performance they consider to be […]
Catcher’s J-Band Receiving Drills with Blaze Lambert – Abilene Christian Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and a catcher demonstrates this J-band drill progression. Using a mini glove, the drill allows the catcher to control the flexion with band tension and prevent the ball from coming deep […]
Bunt on the Road and Steal at Home with Barry Russell – Midland Christian School (TX)
What is your philosophy when it comes to bunting and stealing? Coach prefers to steal when playing at home as he may get the call but, on the road, he will usually bunt to advance […]