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Have you ever had a coach tell you and the catchers on your team to “go do your own thing?”
It can be a bit difficult to think of self-directed drills and how to execute them alone or without a coach. Luckily, I have plenty of experience doing my “own thing” at practices....
Recently, I had the fantastic opportunity to connect with over 40 young baseball athletes via Zoom. We talked about their current workout routines and came to the conclusion that, although it had a solid foundation, it needed to be more specific.
So, we brainstormed specific ways on how to...
Facing limited playing time because your coach has a favorite or possibly harbors a bias is a discouraging reality many athletes encounter. It can feel deeply personal and unfair, especially when opportunities to prove yourself are rare and often come with immense pressure to perform flawlessly....
If you don’t understand catcher progressions, you don’t know how to coach catchers. This may sound extreme, but these progressions serve as a roadmap for catchers, and if you don’t know the roadmap, you can’t guide them where they need to go!
If you don’t know who I...
The play at the plate following a passed ball is one of the most thrilling, bang-bang moments in baseball. It's also one of the most technique-intensive plays for a catcher. The difference between an out and a run can come down to mere milliseconds. So, how can you ensure you're executing this...
When we think of batteries, our minds might instantly wander to those little cylindrical objects powering our remotes. But in the realm of baseball, "battery" takes on a whole different meaning - one that's pivotal to the game's flow. So, what's the connection between batteries and baseball?...
If you're a high school catcher looking for ways to improve your strength, endurance, and throwing power, then consider incorporating medicine ball workouts into your training routine. Medicine balls are a simple and effective tool for building core strength, improving coordination, and...
