Baseball Infielding Skills

In youth baseball a major problem with players in the field is that they are not ready for the ball that is hit to them. Standing upright, crossing their arms and/or legs, looking away and daydreaming are often evident in kids. This results not only in misplays but can lead to injury for unsuspecting kids
Stance:
A [...]

Baseball Fielding Tips

Catch the Ball in the Middle of the Body
Fielders learn to get rid of the ball quickly by catching the ball in the middle of their body, moving the hands to the throwing shoulder while the back foot plants toward the target and the player strides to the target to throw the ball This skill [...]

Baseball Baserunning Drills

Base Circuit Drill
Purpose
Baserunning to all bases
Equipment:
field, bases, helmets, 1 bat
Procedure
* To begin, place one player in the coach’s box at first base. Put the first runner in the batter’s box at the plate with a bat.
* All other players line up in the home plate vicinity.
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Baseball Sliding Technique

Do not assume that any of your players knows how to slide correctly!
I suggest that you do not use the sliding pit for teaching sliding. It is too soft. Use a level area in the outfield grass.
For first time sliders, remove your shoes or cleats for this.
Why does a player slide?
1. To [...]

Baseball Baserunning Skills

I like to have my players be agressive. I tell them that they should plan on taking the extra base unless the coach tells them to STOP! This takes decision making off of their shoulders and places it directly on the base coach’s shoulders… Were it should be.
Always be decisive and run HARD!
Home To First [...]

Baseball Throwing Tips

In the game of baseball correct throwing mechanics are of the utmost importance. If a player can’t throw with accuracy he does his team little good out in the field. Players must constantly strive to perfect their throwing mechanics. Few players take the time necessary to become really good throwers. Great pride should be [...]

Baseball Pitching Tips

Lead Arm – From the Cocked Position to the Follow-Through
When the throwing arm arrives in the cocked position, the lead arm is bridged – the lead elbow is up at shoulder height and pointing toward home plate. Simultaneous with the turning of the hips and shoulders, the lead elbow is pulled down to the side [...]

Baseball Baserunning Tips

Running is one of the most natural skills for the young player. Base running however is a completely different story.
Most of the players at this age enjoy running and are in reasonably good condition, but many of them have improper running technique. A coach’s job will be to correct errors in running form, teach correct [...]

Catching Tips

PRIMARY STANCE (No Runners On)
When there are no runners on, the catching stance should be a comfortable crouch, compact and relaxed.
Move your entire body to the location of the desired pitch, with your off-hand behind your back.
SECONDARY STANCE (Runners On)
Any time there is a threat of a runner stealing, you should be in the secondary [...]

Little League Baseball

Little League Baseball, Incorporated is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote, develop, supervise, and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in Little League Baseball and Softball.

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