Watch as Nick discusses identifying which cues to use for each individual athlete. Before you can influence an athlete, you must try to understand them, and it is important to be flexible and adaptable with […]
Six Steps in Mastering Tough Conversations
Provided by: Raise Your Game Effective coaches and leaders stand firm in telling their people what they need to hear, not necessarily what they want to hear. Trust and truth go hand in hand and […]
Pitch Count Situations with David Berg – UCLA
Training with a purpose. Watch as Coach discusses putting pitchers in pitch count situations instead of just throwing pitches in practice with no substance to it. The goal is knowing when to use the plate […]
Catcher Warmups with Brian Whatley – San Diego Padres
3 Basic Catcher Movements. Watch as Coach and a catcher demonstrate this warmup drill that incorporates the 3 basic movements of transfer, block and receiving.
Follow Through Is a Hitting Absolute with Scott Laverty – Chapman University
Short to the ball and long through it. Watch as Coach explains that all good hitters, throughout the ages, have a long follow through. The batter stays on plane and the wrists turn and roll […]
Developing a Running Form
By: Mike Roberts Originally Published in: Baserunning Provided by: Human Kinetics A baseball player should become a track athlete in a baseball uniform. Improvement in an athlete’s running form, regardless of speed, comes from enjoying […]
Defending a Runner at 2nd Base with Justin Scali – Piedmont Univ.
No look or one look. Watch as Coach explains that the less a pitcher looks at a base runner on 2nd, the easier it is to control him. They use pick plays, inside move plays […]
3rd Base Cutoffs with Butch Chaffin – USA Baseball
Offset the cut men. Watch as coach explains that the cut infielders are tied together on a string about 25 feet apart. The 3rd baseman is lining them up so he can see the end […]
Think Double Out of the Box with Bill Kurich – Webster Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players run the bases on a ball hit to the outfield. The players will peek to see where the ball is and know that it is an automatic double. The […]
Accept It or Correct It with Alan Stein, Jr.
Alan Stein, Jr. explains that every single behavior that goes on in your program, on or off the field, is either something you accept or correct. He also explains how eliminating some behaviors, such as […]
Teaching Players to Coach Themselves with Jerry Weinstein – Colorado Rockies
Codependent players. Coach believes that if coaches can teach players to coach themselves, they are doing them a great service. Self-taught lessons have the most lasting effects and players need to figure out a lot […]
Rhythm and Timing Front Toss Drill with Brad Sanfilippo – San Jose State Univ.
One, two, three balls in a row. Watch as coach explains this front toss rhythm and timing drill. The coach will throw three balls in succession to the hitter who will swing, recoil and repeat […]
Building Your Coaching Staff with Eric Borba – Orange Lutheran High School (CA)
Watch as Coach explains that the most important factor in building your program is hiring the right coaching staff. Key ingredients are loyalty and commitment and someone who wants to be a role model. You […]
Baserunning: Getting Out of the Box with Ryan Shotzberger – Univ. of the Incarnate Word
Watch as Coach explains what he wants getting out of the box to 1st base. Using a wiffle ball toss or dry swing, the runner will get out of the box and on the 3rd […]
Teaching Squats with Paul Gehring – Long Island Univ.
There is no focus on weight. Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate this technique for squats. The focus is on slow and controlled movements which makes for easy corrections. This can be one of […]
Pressuring the Defense Through Baserunning with David Olson – Bellevue College
Pressure the defense. Watch as Coach discusses how baserunning helps him manage his offense by creating extra runs and opportunities especially for his hitters at the plate.
Pitching Standards with Connor Lambert – Univ. of Portland
Small ball and high-pressure offenses speed up the game. Watch as Coach explains that he wants his pitchers to be 1-3-5 to home plate to give the catchers time to throw someone out and to […]
Building Discipline Into Your Program with Jack Leggett – USA Baseball
Watch as Coach explains the importance of setting the culture for your program. Players must know that you care for them not only as baseball players. Discipline is a big part of life as they […]
How We Lifted Up Our Team This Week
And how you can give your team what they need, when they need it most… Hope you’re staying healthy and sane in this crazy environment! Wanted to share something pretty cool with you today. So, […]
Pitching Warmup Routine with Alex Sogard – Wright State Univ.
Do your pitchers have a consistent warmup routine? Watch as Coach Alex Sogard demonstrates some of his favorite warmup exercises and explains what each one is trying to accomplish.
Infield: Throwing with Backspin with Andy Schatzley – Rocket City Trash Pandas
How do your athletes build confidence in their throwing ability? Watch as Coach Andy Schatzley discusses throwing with backspin and shares one drill he uses to develop muscle memory.
Outfield: Batting Practice Rules with Kerrick Jackson – Univ. of Missouri
What are your rules for outfielders during batting practice? Watch as Coach Kerrick Jackson discusses the importance of testing your limits in practice.
Keep Players Engaged Using Game-Like Drills with Buck Showalter – Retired MLB Manager
Watch as Coach explains that to have a productive practice session it is important to keep the players engaged by using game-like drills. He suggests mixing up the drills so they are not repetitive, and […]
How to Cultivate Culture with Craig Gianinno – USF
Watch as Coach asks the question of how to cultivate leadership, culture, team building, and comradery. He recommends making time every week to spend off the field meeting with your team and working on human […]
Creating Pressure with the Bunt
By: Todd Guilliams Originally Published in: High-Scoring Baseball Provided by: Human Kinetics The bunting game should be the foundation of your offensive arsenal. Augie Garrido, legendary head coach of the University of Texas Longhorns, in […]
Enjoy Winning More Than You Hate Losing with Greg Frady
Do you hate losing more than you enjoy winning? Watch as Coach Greg Frady discusses how changing your mindset and being intentional with your actions after a loss can help you avoid losing streaks and […]
Reduce Arm Stress: 2 Shuffle Steps with Brian Harris – Harris Training
Would you like to reduce arm stress during a game? Watch as Coach Brian Harris demonstrates how taking two shuffle steps towards your target, before a throw, will help increase accuracy and reduce arm stress.
The Benefits of One-Knee Setups for Catchers with Brian Whatley – San Diego Padres
Watch as Coach discusses some of the negatives expressed with one-knee setups, but he feels that his catchers can work under the ball more effectively and get more strikes from the umpire. He gives an […]
One-Legged Hitting Drill with Brad Sanfilippo – San Jose State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains this one-legged drill that helps players learn how to square the baseball. The goal is to be able to square the ball 4 out of 5 times in the BP round. […]
Mindfulness for Sport: Capture the Most Important Moment, the Present Moment
By: Danny Ourian Provided by: www.hoopsminded.com What is the most important play in any game? We often say “the next play.” Miss a lay-up, fumble the football, get out on a pop fly ball. As […]