Baseball Hitting Tips

October 9, 2010 by YouthBaseball.com  
Filed under Coaching, Hitting

Stepping Out on the Pitch
This generally begins because of fear of the ball and may continue later simply because of habit. To help correct this habit, place a ball glove or something flat to the left of the hitter’s stride area (for right-handers), so they know when they are stepping out. If they realize they [...]

Baseball Pitching Mechanics

October 9, 2010 by YouthBaseball.com  
Filed under Coaching, Pitching

This 4 step system is used primarily for mental imaging. Keep in mind that this system is from the windup.
Step 1:
To set up, both feet need to be in or around the middle of the rubber. What I mean by this is that your insteps should be on the rubber. At most you will want [...]

Baseball Catching Skills

October 9, 2010 by YouthBaseball.com  
Filed under Catching, Coaching

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 [...]

A Parent’s Guide To Little League Baseball

September 13, 2009 by YouthBaseball.com  
Filed under Coaching

1. Little league baseball is a learning experience for both the kid and the parent. Learning the fundamentals of the game should be the biggest part of little league experience. Learning whether or not your kid (not you) wants to play, and keep playing, is the second biggest thing.
2. Most kids assume that they will [...]