Dear Baseball Parents
Dear Baseball Parents, After 30+ years in pro baseball as a player, coach, and scout, I believe more than ever that baseball is the biggest self-esteem-destroying sport in the world. While at
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Baseball Parents
Most baseball parents and coaches want to put their kids in a microwave instead of an oven. Parents and coaches! Your players aren't going to be the next Mike Trout or
QAB: Coaching Baseball
After 30+ years as a player, coach, and scout. Here's one thing I've learned about baseball. It's so mental it's mind-blowing. In this QAB: Coaching Baseball posts, my goal is
QAB Baseball – Baseball Parenting Advice
QAB Baseball - Baseball Parenting Advice: Parents here are four baseball parenting advice pieces that will help you avoid the ultimate mistake...which is regret. We are our kid's #1 coach because
Sitting The Bench In High School Baseball.
"Spring, my son is sitting the bench in high school baseball. What do I do?"I get this question all the time.Here are my two responses... 1. Practice like you're in the
How To Face Intimidating Pitchers
he toughest pitcher I ever faced was Roger Clemens. Looking back, I don't think it was so much his "stuff" that got me out but rather me being a 29-year-old "rookie" and him being "Roger Clemens". What did I learn from this? No matter who you face, they have to throw the ball over the plate to get you out... ...so don't let who you face dictate how you feel at the plate.
Fastpitch Softball Mental Hitting Tips
I believe there’s VERY little if any difference in a softball swing/approach compared to the baseball swing. Hitting is hitting, whether softball or baseball. Period. I hope this fastpitch softball mental
The Second Biggest Mistake Ballplayers Make
Recently, I tweeted about what I believe is The Second Biggest Mistake Ballplayers Make. Before I get into it... ...Pop Quiz! Is it easier to hit ONE pitch when you know it's