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Andrew McCutchen on Youth Baseball
Posted by Bill Stanton on February 17, 2015 at 3:43pm 19 Comments 2 Likes
Bat Path - The most important hitting trait that no one is talking about
Posted by Doug Bernier on January 21, 2015 at 6:00pm 7 Comments 7 Likes
Originally posted on Pro Baseball Insider.com
Baseball is a game that constantly teaches if you are willing to learn. I feel I have learned a lot about the baseball swing over the past year and a half and I am excited to share some insight.
It started with my friend and teammate…
Continue Travel Baseball Economics- help please
Posted by Bill Stanton on November 10, 2014 at 12:00pm 17 Comments 1 Like
I just completed my first season of travel baseball as a parent and a coach. I coached an 8U team this Fall and our season was very successful on every level. The kids improved a great deal, had fun and we won enough games.
I'm reaching out to have an open discussion with people from all over the US about the economics of travel baseball. Without a doubt, this is a business. There are hard costs associated with running a travel baseball team. Coaches, Fields, Uniforms,…
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How Much Baseball Is Too Much?
Posted by Perry Cunningham on January 20, 2011 at 12:00pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I was recently asked this question by a concerned parent who was worried that their son’s love the game could eventually consume him. The main fear was obviously long-term health. But there were others – becoming burned out and not experiencing and developing at other sports were also discussed.
How much is too much?
I’m all for physical activity. I think that kids should be kids and spend as much time playing outdoors as possible. I urge caution in playing…
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Youth Travel Ball and Player Development
Posted by Andy Barkett on October 11, 2010 at 10:00pm 42 Comments 0 Likes
Youth baseball has really changed huh? It seems like baseball and life itself used to be so much simpler twenty or so years ago. Youth sports were about teaching fundamentals and playing in games. It sure doesn't seem like that is what is going on these days. There is one thing I think all parents of little leaguers or babe ruthers or travel ballers would agree on - we all want the best for our kids.
We want them to become the best that they can be while at the same time be successful…
Continue In Dugout, a Grinder Who Never Gave In
Posted by Bill Stanton on October 16, 2014 at 9:36pm 1 Comment 2 Likes
In Dugout, a Grinder Who Never Gave In
By TYLER KEPNER
ST. LOUIS — Jeff Banister sat alone in the…
The Real Reason We Coach (I'm Looking for your Help)
Posted by Kyle Nelson on October 6, 2014 at 5:31pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Coaches-
We all know there are certain things about coaching that nobody
likes. Complaints from parents, all the extra paperwork, the
liability, being blamed for losses, and the list goes on...
But there is a reason we are still coaching. It's because the
good outweighs the bad. It's because we have seen the positive
impact we can have on students, athletes, and families,…
28 Ways Pitching Prepares You for Life
Posted by Phil R. on November 20, 2013 at 1:54pm 5 Comments 4 Likes
This post was originally posted on my pitching website, BetterPitching.com:
28 Ways Pitching Better Prepares You for Life
At the end of the long season, it's always a good idea to take a step back and look at the big picture. Give yourself some time to recharge and take stock of where you're at in your career (and in your…
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What Happened to the Overhand Curveball?
Posted by Grant Clifford on August 7, 2014 at 12:02pm 12 Comments 1 Like
Decline of the Curve
Many have tried, but few have mastered the art of throwing a devastating overhand curveball. Now, the cutter is king.By Pat Jordan
Three major league scouts were talking over lunch, in…
Continue Mike Schmidt: Today's hitters don't want much help
Posted by Bill Stanton on August 9, 2014 at 5:00pm 7 Comments 5 Likes
Mike Schmidt: Today's hitters don't want much help
By MIKE SCHMIDT, For The Associated Press | August 7, 2014
I just returned from Hall of Fame induction weekend, where I find that my cronies and I are slowly becoming the older generation of the membership.
Most of us are in our 60s, having made our mark on the game in the late 1970s and '80s. Like any club or fraternity, the Hall's…
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Lantz Wheeler commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Bill,
No doubt, parents and kids are addicted to instruction."
Bill Stanton commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Rod- "kids (and their parents) have to be see that the child can succeed at becoming a good player"
I can't argue with this. I'm all about building up kids confidence. It's a great thought, but today's parents will make…"
Michael Paes commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Rod, I respectfully disagree. When leagues/coaches in essence ignore the rec leagues in favor of the travel teams, the non-travel parents, as well as players, can see that. People know when that aren't wanted.
The decline in…"
Rod Haney commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"
Bill,the answer is....... the kids(and their parents) have to be see that the child can succeed at becoming a good player, than they will pursue the game.I don't want this to be about me but,I was part of a group of…"
Michael Paes commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Thanks, Bill. Again, I think the focus on travel over the spring season (which seems to grow shorter every year) is a big issue.
My son was a late bloomer. At 8 he couldn't catch the ball, but loved the game. Using the…"
Bill Stanton commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Lantz- Great video. I agree. So many kids are having the athleticism instructed right out of them. After a recent batting practice session I had a parent email in a friendly way about how his son had many bad swings but no one was correcting…"
Bill Stanton commented on The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group Youth Baseball Coaches"Michael makes a good point that we don't really acknowledge when discussion declining participation in baseball. The travel baseball focus leaves kids behind and the rec league is viewed as inferior by kids and parents. These middle of the road…"
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Black Widow Bats - NEW WEBSITE!!!!
Started by Nate Keller in General Baseball on Tuesday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Please take a look at our website and design a bat with over 2 Billion different options. Our finish is the best on the market and can't be duplicated. The picture below shows what 7,000+ hits with…Continue
Louisville Slugger Assault youth bat. 28/15. $40.
Started by Bill Stanton in Buy, Sell, Trade on Monday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Selling Louisville Slugger Assault youth bat. Used part of last Fall season. 28/15. 2 1/4 barrel.Good condition. No dents. Good grip. $40 shipped.…Continue
Virtual Baseball Simulators...
Started by Jose M Hernandez in General Baseball Feb 10. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Virtual baseball simulators. Good? Not Good? Anybody has any experience and thoughts on how good, or not good, this is or can be? Thanks in advance for your input.Continue
Catcher needed for Westchester, NY MABL/MSBL team
Started by Kagan Hudayar in Teams Looking for Players Feb 4. 0 Replies 0 Likes
The White Plains Tigers, men's amateur baseball team has an open roster spot for an experienced catcher. The league is 28+, but player may be as young as 21, as we still have an under-age allowance…Continue
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Diamond Dreams is Seeking US Player/Coach for 12 month visit
Started by Diamond Dreams in General Baseball Feb 3. 0 Replies 0 Likes
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Boston Team Looking for Players.
Started by Tom Penney in Players Looking for a Team. Last reply by Tom Penney Jan 29. 2 Replies 1 Like
Any Players in the Boston area looking to play some summer ball please contact me, email is tpenney89@gmail.com. My team is looking to reach the finals for…Continue
Back Elbow Slides; Bat Drag Correction Driils
Started by Matt N in Hitting and Offense. Last reply by Rod Haney Feb 5. 15 Replies 3 Likes
Hi all, I am new to CheckSwing and can use your advice. I have a few 10u kids with bat drag issues because their rear elbow slides away from the correct slot and gets infront of their top hand. My…Continue
College Scouting
Started by Conor White in General Baseball Jan 25. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I am 14 years old and will be starting high school next year. I'm already taking High school math. I have an idea of the type of school I want to attend. How do I get the high academic institutions…Continue
Preparing to Pitch in the Bullpen
Started by Brian Beehler in Pitching, Fielding, and Defense. Last reply by Thomas Cahill Jan 24. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Looking to open this discussion as to how some of you pitching coaches prepare a pitcher to do work in the bullpen...love to hear some of your thoughts on this topic.Continue
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Started by HENRY MUNEVAR in Around The Horn Jan 14. 0 Replies 0 Likes
http://WWW.HENRYSBASEBALLCLUB.COM WAS INFORMED THAT THE PICTURE WITH ME AND CLAUDIA WILLIAMS TED WILLIAMS DAUGHTER WAS IN ABOUT…Continue
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