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. […]
Hitting: Swing Decision Drill with Robbie Britt – Eastern Michigan Univ.
Watch as Coach Robbie Britt explains that for him, swing decisions are a very valuable part of hitting. Many young players need to work on their swings, but to improve your team offense the low […]
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. […]
Leaders Must be Great Communicators with Robert Grasso – La Jolla Country Day School (CA)
Watch as Robert Grasso explains his philosophy leadership on how athletes must be great communicators. They must be able to communicate with teammates as well as the coaches. He stresses that team leaders should know […]
Dugout Protocols with Ray Zepeda – UIL
Watch as Ray Zepeda discusses Bench Protocol (Rule 3-3-1) and explains that the Head Coach is responsible for the personal conduct and behavior of all team members and team personnel. It is important to communicate […]
Catching: Plays to the Plate with Brendan Eygabroat – Univ. of Massachusetts Boston
Watch as Coach Brendan Eygabroat discusses catchers receiving throws to the plate. They work on it from all different angles and Coach prefers the catchers to block and tag using two hands and follow 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 […]
Infielder’s Star Drill with Niko Gallego – UCLA
Watch as Coach Niko Gallego explains, and an infielder demonstrates this star drill. The coach and infielder will work on hard thrown long hops to the front and backhand side. They repeat the process with […]
Machine Bunt Drill with David Pierce – Rice Univ.
Watch as Coach David Pierce shows video and explains this machine bunt drill. This is a competitive drill that can be used for pitchers, infielders, and outfielders as baserunners. The defense must deal with time […]
Rising Above the Noise: Six Ways Student-Athletes Can Overcome Online Bullying
By: Chris Szabo – Rewild Coaching and Consulting After a Tough Loss for student-athletes, the aftermath of a tough loss can be emotionally challenging, especially when the pressure to perform is amplified online. Social media […]
Telling a Pitcher That One of His Pitches Is Ineffective with Matt Blake – New York Yankees
Watch as Coach Matt Blake discusses telling a pitcher that one of his pitches is ineffective. He suggests starting with what you value as a group and reviewing with the athlete what he is currently […]
Catchers Lobster Drill with Johnny Cardenas – Lipscomb Univ.
Watch as Coach Johnny Cardenas explains that the Lobster Drill is a daily drill for catchers. The drill uses tennis balls to help keep the catcher’s hand soft and to maintain the correct receiving hand […]
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 […]
Hitting: Flip Drills with Caleb Longley – Cincinnati Reds
Watch as Coach Caleb Longley breaks down and demonstrates a series of flip hitting drills through practice footage. He explains the purpose behind each drill and how it helps correct specific issues in a hitter’s […]
The Mental Approach to Coaching
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life “When evaluating your team, look first in the mirror with honest intent.” What is your mental approach to coaching? By your mental approach, I’m not asking […]
Infielders’ Double Play Footwork with Tracy Archuleta – Indiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach Tracy Archuleta explains, and infielders demonstrate double play footwork for the 2nd baseman and short-stop. Tracy Archuleta was previously a coach at University of Southern Indiana.
Using HHB Data to Create Competition with Larry Vucan – Carroll High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Larry Vucan discusses how he uses HHB data to create competition within his team. He explains that you must know the ‘why’ behind collecting data and how you intend to use it. […]
Keeping It Simple with Will Marshall – 108 Performance
Watch as Will Marshall explains that with data, technology, and metrics, coaches focus on teaching the aspects of biomechanics, physiology, and kinematics to their players. Players care about what they must think, feel, or do […]
A Cornerstone of Effective Coaching: Mastering EQ
By: Julie Hatfield-Still Provided By: Beyond The Game Alliance Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a cornerstone of effective coaching. It directly influences a coach’s ability to manage emotions under pressure, resolve conflicts, and foster an environment […]
Grizzly BP with Matthew Anderson – Franklin High School (Franklin, TX)
Watch as Coach Matthew Anderson, Head Coach of the 2024 State Champions Franklin Lions explains how he handles bullpens during the week for his position players. Coach Anderson explains Grizzly BP and that their practice […]
Leadership: What Type of Team Do You Want to Be? with Robert Grasso – La Jolla Country Day School (CA)
Watch as Robert Grasso discusses how coaches must determine with their players what type of standards and values they must set that define their teams. It is important to ask questions so that players understand […]
Line Drills for Infielders with Ricky Watkins – Cypress Lakes High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Ricky Watkins explains, and players demonstrate these line drills for infielders. The Descending Line Drill works on speeding up the feet and fielding different types of hops. The Forehand/Backhand Drill involves a […]
Mental Toughness vs. Mental Health: The Strength to Push Through and the Wisdom to Seek Help
By: Tommy Brown Provided by: One Heartbeat I believe in mental toughness. It’s what I do for a living teaching teams, leaders, and individuals how to push through obstacles, develop resilience, and refuse to quit […]
Six-Shooter Catchers Drill with Derek Woodley – New York Yankees
Watch as Coach Derek Woodley explains, and catchers demonstrate this six-shooter drill. This drill uses tennis balls and weighted balls and works on quick hands. It is important for catchers to move their eyes while […]
Pitch Counts with Ray Zepeda – UIL
Watch as Ray Zepeda discusses how better communication about pitch count rules is essential to prevent violations, especially noted during recent playoffs where some teams had to forfeit. Initially, coaches struggled with these rules, but […]
What Every Baseball Coach Should Know About Emergency Preparedness with Robb S. Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT – William Paterson Univ.
Watch as Robb Rehberg, PhD, ATC, NREMT, a certified athletic trainer and nationally registered EMT, shares insights on the critical need for emergency preparedness in sports, especially at the high school level. He highlights that […]
Tips and Guidelines for Communication and Teaching Methodology to Protect Mental Health
At all times we must remember the influence we have on the players we coach. If the way we act toward them and the way we communicate with them are done properly, the effect will […]
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 […]