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Simple Youth Baseball Coaching Tips and Ideas
"The coaching tips on MYB are a simple must! Follow these tips."
Knowledge of some simple youth baseball coaching tips is a MUST before you begin the season. Have you ever been on a team that had an unorganized coach? I have! It can be frustrating! Well, let's make sure you aren't one of those coaches.
How much more enjoyable would coaching be if you only had to do the coaching? We all know the answer would be, "A ton!" This section of the web site is devoted to assisting a coach in dealing with "off the field" issues.
The reality of coaching is that we have to deal with "off the field" issues and the way you handle those is IMPORTANT. Below are some coaching ideas that should be helpful to you. I have also placed links to actual experiences I have had while "managing" or playing on a youth baseball team. Take the time to read through some of my stories and learn from my experiences. Some are serious in nature and some are humorous.
If you have a great story of your own, use the "Contact Me" link to send me your story.
Youth Baseball Coaching Tips, Ideas and Articles
The Batting Average Is Evil! - I am a firm believer that the batting average statistic is evil because it causes a player to focus on that number instead of having quality at bats. Come in and read this article and get information on how to help yourself, your players or your own kid!
Youth Baseball Pitch Count - How do you manage a youth baseball pitch count for your pitcher? Come in and watch a video and learn about Little League's Pitch Count Regulations.
Free Youth Baseball Training Videos - Youth baseball training videos are great tools for youth baseball coaches. From brand new coaches with zero experience to very knowledgeable coaches, all coaches can still learn new things by reading and watching others.
Youth Baseball Drills E-Book - My Baseball Drills E-Book is for sale on my site for only $9.99. You could even save 25% if you sign up to receive my Free E-Zine!
Insider Bat - Every youth baseball team should have an Insider Bat. This revolutionary hitting trainer teach proper swing path by muscle memory. It helps a player self-diagnose what is right and wrong with his swing. Check it out!
Hands Inside Trainer - The Hands Inside Trainer (H.I.T.) is a hitting trainer that was developed by the makers of the Insider Bat. The H.I.T. trainer teaches a player how to keep his hands inside the baseball.
A Perfect Season - Do you play to win or do you play to have fun?
How you answer, often, depends on your age. According to a growing body of evidence, there’s a huge rift between kids who play their sport to have fun, learn, and be with friends, and the priorities of coaches and parents bent on winning.
This great book will change the way you coach!
Avoid Youth Sports Burnout - A question from a baseball mom inspired this page on youth sports burnout. It is a good read!
Pre-Season Team Meeting - Being honest at a baseball meeting with a youth sports parent is a must! Tell them your expectations for all aspects of the upcoming season.
Baseball Lineup Rotations - Make sure you let your youth players follow a baseball lineup rotation. Let them try all the positions!
Keep Your Own Child's Baseball Stats Right on Your Phone! Great app for parents! Read more below:
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New BBCOR Baseball Bat Rules - Beginning in 2012, almost all youth baseball families will be affected by this new baseball bat regulation. This is a MUST READ!
Swing Away - Every once-in-awhile, I am blessed with the opportunity to try out a piece of baseball equipment that I can, wholeheartedly, recommend to any baseball player/team. The Swing Away batting trainer is that and much more...
Insider Bat - As President of M.Y.B., I fully endorse this product. Click the link for more info.
Pop Toss Batting Tee - This automated soft toss machine is a spring loaded, piston driven batting tee or soft toss machine. Recommended for all levels of baseball and softball!
Hands Inside Trainer - The H.I.T. is another awesome hitting trainer. From the makers of the Insider Bat.
Baseball Hitting Video - Finding a good hitting instructor=$100/hour... Finding a good baseball hitting video is priceless!