There is an axiom in youth baseball that every team seems to experience - 1 bad inning on defense in every game. It is an inning where the defense seems to fall apart, the pitcher can’t seem to get the ball over the plate, or he gets hit very hard....

From "Baseball Excellence - Tip of the Week"
6/11/07- CATCHER SAFETY

If there is one area of expense you shouldn’t scrimp on, it is catcher’s equipment. Buy high quality gear and make sure it fits correctly. Make sure all his equipment...

Here are a few Tips to help you conduct a more productive Batting Practice.

Divide groups into 3 or 4 players. If you are going to throw bullpens during BP, let your catchers bat first. Or if that doesn't work for you, bat your catchers last...

Along with issues about increasing size and strength, among the more common questions is:
“How can I improve my running speed?”

Because there are a number of speed enhancement programs already out there, don’t “re-invent”...

From Lifeletics ...Life Lessons

Life Lesson #45 discusses the situation and experiences of being selected to a lower division than expected. Often times, the views and beliefs of an athlete’s ability differ drastically from his/her parents to...

Little League Implements New Rule to Protect Pitchers' Arms
Little League Baseball is changing its decades-old pitching rules, making the actual number of pitches delivered the deciding factor in determining...