Learn to teach pitching with effective coaching techniques and an easy-to-follow plan for your beginning pitcher. Covers all from mechanics to arm care to pick-offs to mental strategy. Author Dan Keller has been teaching pitching for more than 20 years and is founder of Lifeletics Baseball, an academy designed to teach youngsters success in the game and in life. 275 pages. 8.75" x 5.375".
The best book we’ve read on all aspects of taking your game to a higher level, whether a high school player wanting to earn a college scholarship, or a college player wanting to play pro ball. Topics include chapters on what college coaches look for and what athletes can expect from a college; picking the right college; speed training for baseball; how to improve your bat speed; how to throw harder; and what professional scouts look for. Forward by MLB All-Star Chipper Jones. 238 pages, 6" x 9". By Jim Vigue. CATEGORY: Mental Game / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: Book
Sometimes the right words will put your team over the top. Here are over 200 motivational and inspirational quotations to increase your effectiveness and success. 136 pages, size 4.5" x 6". By Dave Altopp. CATEGORIES: COACHING, MENTAL GAME / LEVEL: ALL / TYPE: BOOK
An extensive collection of baseball signs and signals for every game situation. Covers offensive and defensive gestures and coaching signs that make up baseball's silent communication system. Some of the topics include the history, philosophy, and evolution of plays and signs -- even a guide to umpire signals. Lots of the details of sign systems that will help you as a coach get your message across.Author Stu Southworth is a former college ballplayer and high school and American Legion coach. He has compiled a lifetime winning percentage of 78% during his 31 years as a coach in California, Washington, and Oregon. 274 pages. By Stu Southworth. CATEGORIES: Coaching, Mental Game / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: Book
Bennett’s follow-up to "Pitching From the Ground Up." A comprehensive collection of drills to develop and enhance all basic skills essential to successful pitching. 136 pages. By Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: Book
A comprehensive collection of drills for all positions that are proven game winners. Includes black and white photos and diagrams. 112 pages. By Ceccini and Walker. CATEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Intermediate / TYPE: Books
A complete and relevant review of all fundamentals and techniques needed to coach effective hitting. Also includes a hitting model that covers the mental aspects of hitting. 96 pages. By Jake Boss and Kevin Ziesman. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: Book
An invaluable youth baseball coaching guide for any coach or parent. Covers all basic skills, practices, even how to get cooperation from parents. Highly recommended for new coaches! Forward by veteran slugger Frank Thomas. 192 pages. By John Mayer & Steve Hayward. CATEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: Book
When to run and when not to run? This book details 28 different baserunning plays to keep you ahead of the competition. Each play is diagrammed and discussed in detail. Every possible baserunning situation is shown on the Play Selector Chart. High Percentage Baserunning is an essential coaching tool! Author is a veteran coach and math professor who has calculated the odds for each of these 28 baserunning plays. 206 pages. By Stu Southworth. CATEGORY: Baserunning / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: Book
Quotes and insights from the famous and not-so-famous. Chapters covering Leadership, Guiding Principles, Pride, Communication, Motivation, Persistence, and Positive Attitude. Inspiring, witty, fun. Study these! 198 pages, size 7" x 10". By Bruce Brown. CATEGORIES: Coaching, Mental Game / LEVEL: All / TYPE: Book
For all ages. Diagrams show exactly how ideal mechanics are achieved, and plentiful photos of Big League pitchers demonstrate this information in action. Easy reading. Great visual guide. 76 pages. By Tom House and Paul Reddick. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: Book
A humorous, informative and entertaining look at the colorful and unique language of the national pastime. Whether you’re a coach, player, umpire or fan, The Language of Baseball is a book you'll read through and then reference time and again. Perfect gift for the avid baseball fan of any age. 2002. 108 pages. CATEGORY: General Baseball Interest / LEVELS: All / TYPE: Book
Invaluable insights and effective techniques for every coach, parent of a pitcher, and pitchers themselves at all competitive levels. 223 pages. By Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: Book
This inspiring and engaging book examines virtually every aspect of the world of baseball through a mother’s eyes. She provides first-time insight and problem identification, as well as “what-to-do” solutions to many factors that often cause frustration and failure at the ball park. Broad and comprehensive enough for moms with players at all levels with chapters on T-Ball to Travel Ball, High School, Recruiting and Scouting Process, Coping with Injuries and Nutrition. Helpful chapter on common pitfalls parents can find themselves in. Written naturally by a baseball mom, who wound up co-founding a company that develops training devices for pitchers. 2006. 183 pages. CATEGORY: Coaching & Parenting / LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate / TYPE: Book
They say catching is a fast-track to the majors; good catchers are always in demand. Whether playing youth, high school, or college ball, this will put you ahead of the others! This book and DVD combo includes selecting and using the proper equipment, selecting players for the position, developing the fundamental catching skills, proper practice habits, drills, and psychological factors and their implications for the catcher. This book is not about shortcuts. It is about coaches helping catchers develop the skills that promote consistency and accuracy. The fundamentals taught in this book require commitment and persistence. 101 pages, DVD: 56 minutes. By Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Catching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPES: Book + DVD
A nice overview of rehearsing before a game, including warm-ups, batting practice, stretching and infield/outfield drills. Good way to ensure your team is prepped and ready to go at game time. Specific topics include:
* Game Responsibilities * Warm-up and Stretching * Sprinting * Batting Practice * Bullpen Observation * Situational Running * Away-game Rituals
Producer Larry Price is an associate scout with the Boston Red Sox and a head coach of a Boise, Id., high school team that has won 7 state championships in 10 years. 42 minutes.
Hitting Drills from A to Z features a comprehensive set of proven developmental drills that are designed to enhance the key components of sound hitting. In an easy-to-understand and “hands on” approach, the DVD shows how to properly perform each drill, including towel bat; power trigger; pro cut; seeing the ball; flat bat; inside pitch; strike zone; hit stick; lad bat; reverse grip; split hand; heavy ball; inside-outside; curveball flip; bottle cap; drop ball; mojo; and thunder stick. For ages 13 and up, competitive players. Author is a great teacher. 43 minutes. By Rod Delmonico. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Intermediate / TYPE: DVD
Expert level hitting drills for serious and competitive youth, high school and college players. Give you a detailed overview of the absolutes of hitting. Broken down into 3 sections -- the stance, the stride, and the swing. Gives you some great drills to practice with. 54 minutes. By Rod Delmonico. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Advanced / TYPE: DVD
Great info that should be taught in every high school and college program. Shows how to gain a "winning edge" by playing smarter on the basepaths. This DVD will tell you how and why aggressive baserunning is a key strategy toward a winning season. 61 minutes. By Rod Delmonico. CATEGORY: Baserunning / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: DVD
Detailed overview of key skills for superb infield play. A series of drills is included. 56 minutes. By Larry Simcox. CATEGORY: Fielding / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: DVD
This DVD presents a detailed overview of the basic fundamentals and techniques involved in sound hitting. Based upon his experiences and observations when he played professional baseball for the Rangers and Red Sox, Luis Ortiz explains and demonstrates each factor in an easy-to-understand and apply manner. The DVD is designed to be appropriate for baseball coaches and players at all competitive levels. Among the topics covered: * Expecting to succeed * Knowing yourself as a hitter * Reading the pitcher * Knowing the hitting situation * Being consistent and adhering to sound mechanics * Making adjustments. About 55 minutes. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: DVD
This DVD showcases fundamentals and techniques for developing essential motor skills for baseball. The producer, John Graham, is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, of which he is a former board member. Topics covered include:
* Movement Preparation * Dynamic Warm-up * Assisted/Resisted Acceleration Training * Plyometric and Speed Training * Static Stretching
The DVD also offers a number of drills including Line, Cone and Agility Ladder drills. 38 minutes. CATEGORY: Training & Conditioning / LEVEL: Advanced / TYPE: DVD.
A detailed study of the factors involved in successful pitching. Each factor is broken down and explained in simple, easy-to-understand language. Many drills to review proper mechanics. Topics include importance of mechanics, signature factors, wind-up checklist, position on the rubber, developmental drills and delivery factors like front-arm action and follow-through. 76 minutes. By George Horton. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Comprehensive instruction on skills required to be a good catcher. In simple language, Coach George Horton of Cal State Fullerton breaks down the position step by step. Topics include what it takes to be a catcher -- both mentally and physicallly, basic fundamentals of the positon like sign stance, receiving stance, throwing stance and blocking. The DVD reviews tag plays, force plays, double plays, fielding bunts, popups and pickoffs. It's got it all. 69 minutes. By George Horton. CATEGORY: Catching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: DVD
A compilation of drills to develop youth players. All positions included! Easy viewing! In simple to understand language, the DVD covers topics like pitching drills, fundamentals of fielding ground balls, first base play, middle infielder play, third base play, outfield play, fielding drills and coaching pointers. Great overview for the defensive side of the game. 55 minutes. By Dave Altopp. CATEGORIES: Pitching, Fielding / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Step-by-step info on hitting skills, swing mechanics, bunting, more! Comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of sound hitting. Topics include basic hitting fundamentals, basic swing mechanics, bunting techniques, putting it all together and coaching pointers. 40 minutes. By Dave Altopp. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Infield Play is a comprehensive overview of the basic fundamentals, techniques and skills involved in sound infield play. Topics covered include playing catch, getting jumps, assuming the proper field position, strategic positioning, pivoting, and fielding fly balls. Presented by George Horton, head baseball coach at Cal State Fullerton. 82 minutes. CATEGORY: Fielding / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: DVD
A step-by-step overview of how to coach a pitcher to throw basic types of pitches. Reviews strategies of when to throw different pitches. The grip, arm action, arm speed and other body mechanics for each kind of pitch are demontrated.
Types of Pitches Covered include: * Fastballs - Four-seam fastball and Two-seam across fastball * Breaking pitches - ¾ curveball, downer curveball, cut fastball (slider), knuckle fastball
Plus instruction on: * When to throw each type of pitch * Hitting the target * Drills to develop breaking pitches
Full review of the proper mechanics required to become a great pitcher. Each phase of the pitching sequence is explained and demonstrated in a simple to understand manner. Topics include the downhill plane, pitching sequence, rocker step, balance position, hand separation, the glide and stride toward home plate, the power position, the pitch, follow-through, and pitching out of the stretch. 85 minutes. By Jerry Weinstein. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate / TYPE: DVD
This DVD features a series of 25 dry-run drills that are designed to develop the key factors in volved in each phase of sound pitching mechanics. Topics include push-off drill, stride-foot drill, balance-hop drill, leg-lift drill, arm-lift drill, chest drill, chin-up drill, eyes drill, heel-over drill, trajectory drill, rotation drill, pads-for-stride drill, target-catch drill and goal-post drill. For pitchers who want to take their game to the next level. 55 minutes. Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: DVD
This DVD teaches new training concepts to add power and distance to any swing. It includes game-tested drills for warming up, balance, timing, and live batting practice. It also features demonstrations of proper hitting technique and drill execution for indoor and outdoor practices. The drills that have allowed the teams of DVD instructor Tony Dello, minor league hitting instructor with the Arizona Diamondbacks, to lead the league in hitting and homeruns are explained and shown in detail. Among the topics covered:This Hitting for Power DVD teaches new training concepts to add power and distance to any swing. The DVD includes game-tested drills for warming up, balance, timing, and live batting practice. The DVD also features demonstrations of proper hitting technique and drill execution for indoor and outdoor practices. The drills that have allowed Tony’s teams to lead the league in hitting and homeruns are explained and shown in detail. Among the topics covered: * plate coverage * grip * athletic position* five absolutes to power * warm-up drills * timing drills
About 42 minutes. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: DVD
This DVD presents a detailed overview of the basic fundamentals and techniques involved in sound hitting. Based upon his experiences and observations when he played professional baseball for the Rangers and Red Sox, Luis Ortiz explains and demonstrates each factor in an easy-to-understand and apply manner. The DVD is designed to be appropriate for baseball coaches and players at all competitive levels. Among the topics covered: * Expecting to succeed * Knowing yourself as a hitter * Reading the pitcher * Knowing the hitting situation * Being consistent and adhering to sound mechanics * Making adjustments. About 55 minutes. CATEGORY: Hitting / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: DVD
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They say catching is a fast-track to the majors; good catchers are always in demand. Whether playing youth, high school, or college ball, this will put you ahead of the others! This book and VHS combo includes selecting and using the proper equipment, selecting players for the position, developing the fundamental catching skills, proper practice habits, drills, and psychological factors and their implications for the catcher. This book is not about shortcuts. It is about coaches helping catchers develop the skills that promote consistency and accuracy. The fundamentals taught in this book require commitment and persistence. 101 pages, VHS: 57 minutes. By Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Catching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPES: Book + VHS
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This videotape features a full review of the proper mechanics required to become a great pitcher. Each phase of the pitching sequence is explained and demonstrated in a simple to understand manner. Topics include the downhill plane, pitching sequence, rocker step, balance position, hand separation, the glide and stride toward home plate, the power position, the pitch, follow-through, and pitching out of the stretch. 85 minutes. By Jerry Weinstein. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate / TYPE: VHS
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Infield Play is a comprehensive overview of the basic fundamentals, techniques and skills involved in sound infield play. Topics covered include playing catch, getting jumps, assuming the proper field position, strategic positioning, pivoting, and fielding fly balls. Presented by George Horton, head baseball coach at Cal State Fullerton. 82 minutes. CATEGORY: Fielding / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: VHS
This video explains why it is not an individual’s absolute strength that is important when pitching a baseball; rather, it is his functional strength, because pitchers are only as strong as their body’s weakest link. In a clear, easy-to-understand manner, Coach Tom House -- who pitched for 13 years in the majors and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the ABCA -- demonstrates on-the-field training protocols that are designed to build throwing strength and endurance and to minimize a pitcher’s risk of being injured—while maximizing his competitive edge.
Among the topics covered: * Loosening up * Flex-T carioca * Form-jog posture * Integrated flexibility * Side-ups * Resistance readiness * External resistance * Upper-body work * Trunk stabilization * Meaning of the workout * Speed and anaerobic activity * The new paradigm * Bottom line * Wrap-up
A compilation of drills to develop youth players. All positions included! Easy viewing! In simple to understand language, the DVD covers topics like pitching drills, fundamentals of fielding ground balls, first base play, middle infielder play, third base play, outfield play, fielding drills and coaching pointers. Great overview for the defensive side of the game. 55 minutes. By Dave Altopp. CATEGORIES: Pitching, Fielding / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: VHS
Invaluable insights and effective techniques for every coach, parent of a pitcher, and pitchers themselves at all competitive levels. 58 minutes. By Bob Bennett. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced / TYPE: VHS
This videotape features a detailed study of the factors involved in successful pitching. Each factor is broken down and explained in simple, easy-to-understand language. Many drills to review proper mechanics. Topics include importance of mechanics, signature factors, wind-up checklist, position on the rubber, developmental drills and delivery factors like front-arm action and follow-through. 76 minutes. By George Horton. CATEGORY: Pitching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: VHS
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80 Drills for fun and productive practices from Coach Marty Schupak. Focused on the 7-12 year old player. A must-have for all beginning and intermediate coaches and coach-parents! 200 pages. by Marty Schupak. CATEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: Book
Approved by Little League Baseball. Interactive CD-ROM that teaches baseball basics by helping them visualize the right play. Narrated by a 12-year-old player. Kids use their computers to click and discover baseball principles. Using simple graphics, the software shows a baseball diamond and players, and lays out various situations, allowing users to answer questions for each. Deals with covering bases, throwing to the correct base, cutoff throws and backing up plays. Works on Windows 98 or greater, or Macintosh System 8.6 or greater. For kids ages 6-12.
This DVD was made to help coaches and parents run a productive, efficient youth baseball practice in just under an hour. Coach Marty Schupak, a 200-win youth baseball coach, covers a range of material including more than 30 easy to follow drills, hitting and batting practice drills, fielding drills. Even covers how to run a practice when no field is available. One of Marty Shupak’s best selling titles. For ages 4-13. 34 minutes. By Marty Schupak. CATEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Creative baseball activities and drills that can be done in your own backyard. Coach Marty Schupak uses everyday household items in a series of drills. Topics cover the basics like throwing, hitting and fielding, as well as how to overcome a child's fear of fly balls, how to break in your glove, how to choose the right bat, and drills for T-Ballers as young as age 4. Beginners through Little League ages. By Marty Schupak. CAGTEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: DVD
This DVD goes into some of the best coaching strategies and philosophies used at the youth level and has been used by competitive coaches whose teams participate in regional playoffs year after year. Cutoffs, back up situations, first and third situations, and more, are clearly illustrated in this DVD that other coaches in your league don't want you to see! Other topics include bunting situations, the delayed steal and when to use it, and fun games to break up a practice. 32 minutes. By Marty Schupak. CATEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Intermediate-Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Covers the fundamentals of two areas beyond the basics: baserunning and bunting. The format uses live-action footage with instructional narration. Marty Schupak, a 200-win baseball coach, offers these topics together as a way to teach "small ball," or ways to improve your team's chances to generate more scoring opportunities.
Topics include: * Delayed steal * Sliding techniques * Tagging Up * 3 bunting techniques * Drills for the backyard
For kids ages 7-12. CATEGORY: Baserunning / Hitting / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: DVD
Creative baseball activities and drills that can be done in your own backyard. Coach Marty Schupak uses everyday household items in a series of drills. Topics cover the basics like throwing, hitting and fielding, as well as how to overcome a child's fear of fly balls, how to break in your glove, how to choose the right bat, and drills for T-Ballers as young as age 4. Beginners through Little League ages. By Marty Schupak. CAGTEGORY: Coaching / LEVEL: Beginner / TYPE: VHS
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How Bats are Made Choosing the Right Bat 'Little League Elbow' - Prevention and Cure Tommy Lasorda Interview "When I Was a Kid": Rookie of the Year Todd Hollandsworth 10 Year Old AAU National Championship Pitching Tips Baseball Safety Study Parents: Do You Push Your Kid Too Hard? Card Collecting Test: Louisville Slugger TPX C405
Bunting: 10 Tips to Bunt Like a Pro! "When I Was a Kid": Ken Caminiti Avoiding Common Ankle Injuries Hitting Off the Tee Correctly Playing First Base Little League in Saudi Arabia Product Test: Easton Redline C-Core
Baseball Equipment Buyers Guide How to Choose a New Glove Plus Break-in Tips How to Hit With Power "When I Was a Kid": Cal Ripken Jr. One-Handed Pitcher Safety: Head Injuries Hot Sox! 10 Year Old Traveling Team Coaches: 7 Tips for Problem Players Baserunning
Off-Season Pitching Program The Blast Hitting System "When I Was a Kid": Darin Erstad Weight Training for High School-Age Players Fielding Footwork for Ages 5-8 Hitting the Low Pitch Staying Closed; Hit Hard! Collecting Record Breaker's Cards Product Test: DeMarini 'Double Barrel' Bat
Holiday Gift Buyers Guide '98 League Championships Little League World Series "When I Was a Kid": Matt Williams How's Your Baseball Vision? Tidewater Drillers Club Teams Correct Way to Field Grounders Hitting the High Pitch Backing Up Plays
We Test the New High School Bats - Which is Best? Holiday Gift Buyers Guide "When I Was a Kid": Chicago's Kerry Wood One Player's Journey From Little League to the College World Series All 2000 Youth League Championships A High School Pitcher Learns How Its Done in The Pros Rating the Energy Drinks Playing First Base
Tips for Tryouts: How to Do Your Best! "When I Was a Kid": Scott Rolen Hand Strength: Why You Need It, How You Get It! Middle Infielders' Setup Garner Pirates Win Three 13U Championships in 2000 Busting Out of a Batting Slump Collectors: Card Condition & Value Tested: Wilson EZ Catch Glove
5 Rules of Perfect Pitching The True Story of Wee Willie Keeler "When I Was a Kid": Eric Karros Collecting Autographed Cards Building Explosive Power! Hit the Dirt Safely! - How to Slide 2001 new Equipment Buyers Guide Manhattan Wildcats Youth Club Team Creatine: Yes or No? Product Test: Zooka Pitching Machine
What the Scouts Look For: Position Players Batting Stance: Improve Yours for Success! "When I Was a Kid": Alex Rodriguez Hustle: The One Thing You Can Always Do Right Truth About Smokeless Tobacco Pitcher's Attitude Staying In a Hitting Groove Boiling Springs Bulldogs Club Team! Product Test: Armé Arm Exerciser
What the Scouts Look For: Pitchers How to Overcome Fear of the Ball "When I Was a Kid": Jason Kendall Pitchers: Importance of Great Mechanics Building Your Core Power Super Series Baseball of America Inside-out Hitting Baserunning Product Test: MetalWood Bats
Pitchers: How to Field Your Position "When I Was a Kid": Tino Martinez How's Your Baseball Attitude? Take our Test! Speed Training - Faster Means More Hits, More Plays! PONY Baseball Celebrates 50 Years! Three Consecutive AAU Championships For These Kids! Hitting Training With the Tee Product Test: Akadema Reptilian Glove
5 Hitting Secrets! Plus Break-in Tips The Number One Mistake in Pitching "When I Was a Kid": Craig Biggio How to Take Great Baseball Action Photos! Pro Bullpen Warmup A Young Man's Lesson in Humility How Do You Track Fly Balls? Coaches: When to pull your pitcher Collecting Autographs at the Ballpark Tested: Bushnell Speedster Speed Gun
5 Hitting Secrets! The Power Bat Drill Youth Baseball to High School: Can You Make the Cut? "When I Was a Kid": Jeff Kent Pre-game Snacks that Improve Performance Gold Glove Outfield Tips Focus: The Key to Winning! Should Your Kid be a Catcher? Collecting Cereal Boxes Zing Bat tested
One of the Nation's Most Winning Youth Teams Reveals Secret for Success Baseball Slang 101 "When I Was a Kid": Rookie of the Year Paul Lo Duca Pitcher's Special Warmup can Add Pitches to Your Game! Using the Batting Tee to become Terrific! Want a College Scholarship? How to Get Recruited Collecting Future Hall of Famers Fielding Tips
Holiday Gift Guide Edition World Series Recaps for Little League, Pony, and Cal Ripken Baseball Paintin' the Black: Learning How to Pitch to Corners Hitting Workout for the Off-season "When I Was a Kid": Shannon Stewart Ten Rules To Follow When Dealing With Umpires Adopting a Bunting Style Bobblehead Mania! Parents: Raising a Good Sport
Baseball Brain Teasers & Fun Stories A Story About Leaving Little League "When I Was a Kid": Mark Mulder Pre-Season Workout For Catchers Interview with Former Top 100 H.S. Prospect, Sam Fuld Wiffleball Field Earns Money for Jimmy Fund Wooden Training Gloves
Baseball Equipment Buyer's Guide Cooperstown Dream Team Welcome Letter from Coach to Parents "When I Was a Kid": Gabe Kapler Six Steps To a Sweet Swing Coaching Your Son Correct Way to Field Grounders
Pitch Like a Pro: Discovering the Arm Circle Agility Drills for Position Players The Most Fun MLB Ballparks "When I Was a Kid": Adam Kennedy Avoiding Elbow Injuries Parents: Teachable Moments
Nine of the Coolest Youth Fields in America Hitting and Pitching with Balance Team Story: North Alabama Vipers "When I Was a Kid": Sean Burroughs Pitching with Perseverance Throwing Accuracy Drill
Private Instruction: Can It Make the Difference? Mojo Training: Build Ball-Crushing Forearms "When I Was a Kid": David Eckstein Baseball Video Game Review The Other Side of the Plate: The Story of a 15-year old Umpire Fuel (Food) for Champions
Perfecting Your Hitting Practice “When I Was a Kid”: Pat Burrell How to Build a Cannon Arm! Holiday Gift Buyer’s Guide ‘04 League Champions Playing First Base
Beaver Valley Baseball: How a small town tournament team competes at the national level “When I Was a Kid”: St. Louis Cardinals’ Jeff Suppan Pitchers: How to shut down your opponent’s running game Strength and Conditioning for Youth Ball Players Catchers: Blocking the Plate Fielders’ drill for accurate throws across the diamond Hitters: How to get YOUR pitch Collecting Boston Red Sox stuff
Choose Your Pitches Like a Pro! “When I Was a Kid”: Johnny Damon Best 12-Year Old in the Nation! Playing Multiple Sports - Good or Bad? Solid Outfield Play
How to Hit the Other Way “When I Was a Kid”: Brian Roberts 9U USSSA Champs High School Baseball Academy Pitchers’ Rule of 10 Tested: Line Drive Laser Trainer
How to Meet Your Favorite Player "When I Was a Kid": Jamie Moyer Secret of Strong Throws! '06 Equipment Buyer's Guide Caring for Your Kids' Eyes Pitching
Richmond Reds 12U travel team "When I Was a Kid": Chipper Jones Saving Young Arms: The New Pitch Count "The Secret to Good Hitting... " How to get a good pitch to hit Playing the age-old game of pepper Inside Stuff On Pitching Collectors: Beware of historic fakes!
The Myth of the Level Swing! "When I Was a Kid": Andy Pettitte Tips for Tryouts The Rise of Fall Ball Lightning and its Danger Smart Baserunning Card Shows
12U Manhattan Eagles soar from New York City! "When I Was a Kid": Tony Clark The Ripken Experience - The latest super baseball tournament facility! Hitting With 2 Strikes - Do you know how to be more successful? Forget the Curveball! Fixing Your Stance to Improve Hitting Power What is a "Prospect"?
Holiday Gift Buyer's Guide Who Puts on the Best Tournaments? "When I Was a Kid": Mike Piazza Rookie Club: Your On-Deck Ritual All Stars: The Aggressive Fielder Hot Prospects: Proper Off-Season Workouts 13U Colorado Reds Team Profile Coaches' Clinic Collector's Corner: Who Will Sign Your Ball?
Pitching to Location! "When I Was a Kid": Jimmy Rollins 13u Cyclones blow Away 11 Tournaments Building Hand Strength for Power Parents: Coaching Your Own Kid Dealing with Abrusive Coaches Arm Prep: Beginning and Intermediate Levels Card Collecting: Buying Packs vs. Singles
Add More Power to Your Swing! "When I Was a Kid": Ben Johnson 2007 Baseball Equipment Buyers' Guide Coaches: How to Communicate with Your Players Baseball the British Way! Playing Better This Season Pitching Like Maddux Mental Steadiness Collecting Japanese Stars
How to Get Hit By a Pitch Without Getting Hurt! "When I Was a Kid": Brandon Webb Second Base: College-level Secrets Rookie Umpire Smarter Baserunning Mid-Season Adjustments Hitter's Pre-Game Prep Collecting "Error" Cards
Hit the First Pitch or Take? Which Works Best? "When I Was a Kid": Russell Martin What's that Pain in My Elbow? How to Avoid it! How to Cure it! Dixie Baseball 12u O-Zone World Series Champs! Being the Backstop First Base is Cool Aggressive Baserunning Collecting Ripken and Gwynn
Knuckle Ball Revealed! "When I Was a Kid": John Lackey Angel in the Infield: The first foreign team in the Little League World Series! Pre-Game Snacks Bunting Pitching Mechanics Hitting: Stay in the Zone Is that Autograph Real?
Bunting with Brett Butler "When I Was a Kid": Andre Ethier Holiday Gift Buyer's Guide 2007 League Champs! 13U Chester County (Pa.) Crawdads Team Profile Rookie Club: What It Takes to Win! All Stars: Pitchers "Giving it Away" Hot Prospects: Hitter's Work Space Coaches' Clinic: When to Take a "Time Out"
See the Ball! How to improve your bball vision! "When I Was a Kid": Tom Glavine Grabbin' Grounders Rookie Club: Arm Speed = Stronger Throws All Stars: Station-to-Station Drills Hot Prospects: Advice for the Older Player Georgia's Northport Red Extreme team profile Coaches' Clinic: When Your Son Gets cut from the H.S. Team
Tallahassee Takes Cooperstown! "When I Was a Kid": Barry Zito 2008 Baseball Equipment Buyer's Guide Hitting Lead-off Rookie Club: 10 Tips for Hitters All Stars: Pitcher's Fielding Practice Hot Prospects: Short Bat Drills Coaches' Clinic: Teaching the 3 F's
Get a Good Pitch to Hit - a simple and fun way to help your kid learn toe strikezone When I was a Kid: LA Dodger Brad Penny North Carolina Dream Team - Winston-Salem's Northwest Forsyth Little League Team How to Calm Pre-game Jitters
ALL-STAR TIPS! Brandon Webb: How to Throw an Awesome Changeup Derek Jeter: 4 Steps to Shortstop Greatness Ken Griffey Jr: 5 Ways to Develop More Power When I was a Kid: Jason Varitek Going for Gold - an Interview with US Olympic Coach Davy Johnson Newly expanded Game Room - puzzles, brain teasers and quizzes! Coaches' Clinic: 11-step Safety Checklist
COMING THROUGH IN THE CLUTCH! Michael Young: 5 Tips to Become a Clutch Hitter Chad Cordero: 5 Things You Need to Know to Become a Great Closer Ivan Rodriguez: How to Make 'the Play at the Plate' When I Was a Kid: Ryan Howard 5 Steps to Get Recruited by a College Program Newly expanded Game Room - puzzles, game teasers and quizzes! Youth Team Profile: Maryland's 13U Bethesda/Chevy Chase Bulldogs Youth Team Profile: Hudson Valley (N.Y.) Renegades Coaches' Clinic: Outfield Throwing Drill & King of the Hill Fun Food & Fitness
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! A review of all the exciting World Series played this summer in youth baseball.
PLUS! LANCE BERKMAN on hitting with RISP JOHAN SANTANA on delivering the perfect pitch TROY TULOWITZKI on improving your range at shortstop BRAD LIDGE - When I was a Kid
AND! * How to choose the right bat * How to rid yourself of an uppercut swing
Jam-packed with tips on improving your game! * Jimmy Rollins' 4 tips on hitting lead-off * Strategies for hitting with 2 strikes * How to hit the outside pitch * ROOKIE CLUB: Check your batting stance * Vernon Wells' 6 tips for improving your outfield play * MLB coaching advice? Play more positions * TRIPLE A SQUAD: Mastering the Double Play * Roy Oswalt: How to pitch the Big Game * Are you mentally tough? How to sharpen your mind. * HOT PROSPECTS: Off-season arm conditioning * TRIPLE A SQUAD: Pre-season pitching cheat sheet * How to make your high school team this spring * Profile: USA Select Baseball heads to the Dominican * When I Was a Kid: Kerry Wood
Small Ball Issue! * Moving the Runner Over - Tips by Oriole NICK MARKAKIS * Fielding the Bun - 4 Tips from National RYAN ZIMMERMAN * Pitching with Runners on Base - Advice from Phillie COLE HAMELS
Plus! * How to improve your on-base percentage * The Art of Catching with Brent Mayne * Univ. of Virgina's Pitching Point System
And... * TRIPLE A SQUAD: Putting Arc into Your Swing * ROOKIE CLUB: How to Play the Hot Corner
When I Was a Kid: Jim Thome
The 2009 Junior Baseball Gear Guide - Spotlights on more than 50 products to help your game this year!
Offense Focus! * IAN KINSLER's 5 Steps to Better Baserunning * How to Bust Out of a Slump * ROOKIE CLUB: How to Hold the Bat Properly
Defense Focus! * EVAN LONGORIA: How to Turn the Double Play from 3B * A Lesson in Proper Footwork No Matter Where You Play on the Field * ROOKIE CLUB: How to Improve Your Arm Strength
Pitching Focus! * RANDY JOHNSON - Becoming Mentally Tough as a Pitcher * The 4 Criteria MLB Scouts Look for in a Pitcher * TRIPLE A SQUAD - How to Throw the Change-Up
PLUS! * When I was a Kid: Andy Pettitte * How to Take Great Photos of Your Baseball Player
What will it be like to go to the World Series 25 years from now?
Read All About It In This Issue!
OFFENSE! * BRIAN ROBERTS: Tips for Switch-Hitting * 20-Point Checklist to Become a Great Hitter by Former Arizona State Superstar Jeff Phelps * ROOKIE CLUB: Preparation for Success
DEFENSE! * TORII HUNTER: How to Improve Your Centerfield Game * Confidence of a Middle Infielder * ROOKIE CLUB: Throwing with Accuracy
PITCHING! * MARK BUERHLE: How to Master Command of Your Pitches * 3 Areas to Focus on for Next Spring * AAA SQUAD: The Changeup: A Key Part to Your Pitching Arsenal
STRATEGY! * The Mental Game - Ingredients to Peak Performance Explained * The Circle of Change - Make the Most of Your On-Deck Appearance
PLUS! * When I Was A Kid: SCOTT ROLEN * Coaches Clinic - Teaching Kids How to Take an Inside Pitch Fearlessly * In The Stands - Dealing with Problem Parents * Cracker Jacks and Wireless Apps -- What will it be like to watch the World Series in a baseball stadium 25 years from now?
The League Championship Issue! Champions were crowned throughout the nation this year. Junior Baseball has coverage of more than 100 titles from 13 Leagues including: * AABC * AAU * Babe Ruth * CABA Baseball * Cal Ripken * Dixie Baseball * Dizzy Dean Baseball * Little League * NABF * NBC Hap Dumont * PONY Baseball * RBI * USSSA
PLUS!
OFFENSE * The Dodgers’ JUAN PIERRE: Tips to Become a Great Bunter * Explosive Speed! How to Improve Your Acceleration
DEFENSE * The Red Sox’ JASON VARITEK: 5 Pointers to Throwing Out a Baserunner * Smooth as Silk: How to Field Grounders Like a Pro
PITCHING * The Cardinals’ ADAM WAINWRIGHT: How to Deal with a Growth Spurt as a Pitcher * Are You a True Pitcher? * TRIPLE A SQUAD: The Off-Season Pitching Program
STRATEGY * How to Become a Smarter Hitter
* When I Was a Kid: The Athletics’ ANDREW BAILEY
AND DON'T FORGET!
* THE 2009 JUNIOR BASEBALL HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE – with nearly 60 gift ideas here, you’re sure to find something for your baseball fanatic!
"20 Drills to Build a Better Outfielder" with Tom Riginos, Assistant Head Baseball Coach Clemson University; former Stetson University, Assistant Baseball Coach
Coach Tom Riginos highlights more than 20 baseball drills that will keep your outfielders performing at their best! Coach Riginos' throwing drills series will help your outfielders increase the back spin on the ball which will give their throws more carry and create a better hop for the cut-off man. Learn ground ball and pop fly drills and techniques that can be used every day in practice. Riginos also includes drills for working on special situations such as hitting the cut-off man, communication, playing the sun, and playing the ball off the wall. This baseball DVD is a staple for your coaching library.
"Drills to Improve Infielder's Feet, Arms & Hands" with Jack Leggett, Clemson University Head Coach
This is the baseball DVD that coaches all over the country who have seen a Jack Leggett-coached team have been asking for.
Coach Leggett demonstrates more than 25 baseball drills he uses in his national power program to develop infielders. The fielding drills focus on three key areas of improvement- the hands, the feet and throwing. Footwork drills using ladders & hurdles provide an excellent way to improve quickness and agility. Drills are demonstrated to develop hand quickness as well as arm strength and accuracy. This is a must-have instructional baseball DVD for players and coaches at any level.
"Drills for Catchers" with Joe Mercadante, University of Miami Assistant Coach
This three-part instructional DVD highlights receiving, blocking and throwing techniques for catchers. Coach Mercadante begins with stretching and flexibility - two big parts of developing good catchers. Drills for stretching hip flexors are catching specific that completely prepare catchers. Coach Mercadante then presents his receiving philosophy for catchers. In receiving Mercadante covers the elements of a good foundation, balance and target. Drills for receiving, including the bare hand drill, ball-in-hand drill, quarter turn and side-to-side drills, are illustrated. To develop good blocking fundamentals, Mercadante discusses blocking the 5 hole and throwing the hip to block. To develop these fundamentals he shows the side-to side drill and the five-ball drill. The third element is throwing. When the ball is caught, players are taught to work it back to his left shoulder, which aids their footwork. Mercadante dissects the jab step - the first movement forward after the catch. Exploding out of the blocks and keeping the weight over the feet are other keys he covers. The fundamentals, skills and drills presented in this DVD lay the foundation for successful catchers.
"150 Baseball Drills, Games and Activities" with Dr. Dirk Baker, Worcester State College Head Coach; over 200 career victories
Get ready for the ultimate guide for innovative, fun and competitive games for baseball coaches and players. In this instructional 3-DVD set, Coach Dirk Baker presents over seven hours worth of baseball drills, games and activities from his book, Baseball Drills for Young People.
Designed to help players develop their skills in every area of the game, most of these drills and games can be adapted for players of any age and skill level. Baker shares dozens of baseball activities covering warm-ups, baserunning, bunting, catching, fielding, hitting, pitching and more. He even covers a variety of activities to use during rain delays at the game. Baker uses players to show you nearly 150 baseball games and drills. Develop technique, encourage friendly competition among teammates and get players to interact with each other and their coaches, all while having fun and learning the game of baseball. These activities can be modified for any type of situation, including indoor baseball practice, baseball camps, baseball clinics, pre-game warm-up and PE classes.
"Game Situation Drills for Baseball Practice" with Mark Brew, Lee University Head Coach 2008 NAIA National Runner-up 2008 NAIA National Coach of the Year
Coach Mark Brew reveals how to get the most out of your team and staff through baseball drills and practice planning. Coach Brew's high intensity, pre-practice warm-ups will improve the conditioning, coordination, footwork and agility of your team with an assortment of ladder, hurdle and medicine ball drills. His athletes demonstrate form running and baserunning calisthenics that simulate game-like situations and will improve a runner's conditioning and decision-making. Brew's team offensive and defensive drill series covers more than 30 different situations including double plays, bunts, pitcher fielding practice, baserunning and more. Brew's drill series will have all of your players involved and prepared for any situation. Brew also includes a printable outline for a defensive series drill that you can use to design your practice.
"Drills and Quick Fixes for Hitters" with Mark Brew, Lee University Head Coach 2008 NAIA National Runner-up, 2008 NAIA National Coach of the Year
Mark Brew's squad ranked in the Top 10 nationally in both ERA and batting average in 2008. In this instructional baseball DVD, Coach Brew shows you how to better utilize and develop your hitters' unique skills by implementing the fundamentals and mechanics of the swing. Brew walks you through tee, flip, and fungo hitting drills, as well as situational batting practice techniques for right- and left-handed batters. He also addresses 10 common mistakes that are made at the plate, including bat wrapping, over-striding, high elbows and more. Brew provides crucial, quick fixes that will improve your on-base percentage and increase your run production. Brew also includes a printable outline for a situational batting practice drill.
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