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Showball Academic Head Coaches Showcase
to the morning session, half go to the afternoon session, so while there are a lot of kids there it doesn't feel as crowded or intense as HF. The first day is devoted to typical showcase stuff: 60s, OF and IF defensive drills, bullpens for pitchers and catchers. BP (two rounds, one against a lefty). All drills in front of all coaches on Saturday. At the end of the day all coaches made themselves available to meet the kids. It was not rushed. Sunday is scrimmage day. Each team plays two games
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hitting and timing suggestions
I know that there a lot of terrific videos and articles out there involving drills, which will promote a good swing, sound attack angle, greater power, bat speed, etc. (i.e. the WHAT makes, or ingredients of, a good swing). Does anyone have any suggestions on videos or articles, or their own commentary on timing (i.e. the WHEN to start the same good swing), or drills that might promote good timing for a hitter? My son and I have been discussing this topic (i.e. in particular, starting his
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UNC Carolina Camps Nov 11 - 12
Schedule (8:30 am to 5:00 pm) 08:00 am. – Registration begins 09:00 am. – Run 60 yard dash 09:50 am. – Pro-Style Workout at positions (Primary Secondary) 10:30 am. – Fundamental Drills and Position Instruction 11:00 am. – Hitting Stations begin 12:00 pm. – Lunch (Provided by UNC) 12:30 pm. – Live games begin 05:00 pm. – Saturday conclusion Estimated Sunday Schedule (9:00 am to 1:00 pm) 9:00 am – First two teams playing arrive 9:30 am – Game #1 begins 11:00 am – Second two teams playing
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FALL 2017 CATCHER TRAINING
Coaches, Parents and Players: Catching, at its core, is receiving, blocking, throwing... and fielding the ball! FALL 2017 CATCHER TRAINING is September, October, November on Saturdays, Sundays and school Holidays at several locations (see below...) CATCHER DAY: three training sessions, from elementary to advanced Start: End: Fee S e s s i o n 10am 11am $25 INTRODUCTION to CATCHERS FUNDAMENTALS 11am 2pm $135 CATCHER CLINIC: Three Skills Drills... RECEIVING, BLOCKING and THROWING 2pm 4pm $75
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Practice restrictions
length of the contest(s). No practice may be held following the conclusion of any contest. Definition of Practice (1) Any school team or individual activity organized by the coach that is intended to maintain or improve a student-athlete’s skill proficiency in a sport; AND/OR (2) Any school team or individual activity that includes skill drills, game situation drills, inter-squad scrimmages or games, weight training, chalk talks, film review, meetings outside of school time (excluding parent
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High Growth/Low Performance drills
Jason Ochart at Driveline Baseball wrote an excellent blog post on the Driveline site about implementing Driveline Hitting philosophies into team practice. https://www.drivelinebaseball....-into-team-practice/ In the team setting he advocates using High Growth/Low Performance hitting drills about 75% of the time. He defines HG/LP as: "The athletes do not perform well. There is failure, and skills are chiseled and refined. The motor system is challenged, and high growth occurs. Add psychological
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Oppo hitting instruction
Other than let it travel, are there drills or instructional tips to help a dead pull hitter focus on going to the opposite field?
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Yips are gone
about the negative outcomes as you search for a cure. Given that it is so commonplace in baseball, I'm puzzled why coaches at the collegiate and professional levels are more in tune with helping the player get through it. That said, anyone who may be struggling with this should know that the Yips are very beatable. Hearing the number of success stories along with help from friends in specific drills was the key. Feel free to reach out if you know someone struggling with this. If we can help
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Aggresive baserunning
What type of drills do you do in practice to work on aggressive baserunning? I would like to work rounding first harder and seeing the ball through more. Also a drill I like is runner on first and hit it to spots where they can take 3rd on play.
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Pitchers after games
What do you have your pitchers do the day after a game they pitch? Running and or throwing drills?
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Drills 4 -7 Year Olds
What are some good drills and footwork drills for kids 4 to 7 years old. Then what skill specific stuff is good.
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Practice Routine
What do you as your order of drills for practice? Here is ours not in full detail. Dynamic warm up Individual (outfield,infield,catchers) Team defense (cuts and infield fungo) Team situation depending on day. Bunt defense or 1st and 3rd. Team scrimmage or BP Baserunning Bullpens Conditioning. Would like to work in a pitchers throwing routine and more baserunning. What part of practice do you do this in?
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Bigger/Faster/Stronger (and Priorities)
has grown about an inch in the last 6 weeks. Docs tell us he'll probably end up around 6'2"-6'4", we'll see....he isn't shaving yet. My question is about setting priorities. He wanted to start doing Jaeger Bands and throwing drills 2-3 times a week, so he's been doing that. Throwing velocity is slowly increasing. He I both believe hitting is a skill that needs to be worked on pretty much every day. He is working on learning every position besides Pitcher Catcher and that takes time reps
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What to Look for in Lessons (And what to avoid)
Step two is check out the mechanics. Just because you pay for lessons doesn't mean you are getting quality instruction. I have no clue who is giving the lessons but make sure they are reputable and know what they are doing. To be honest I don't see how he can really learn anything in a half hour session once a week. Is he doing drills, is he throwing and the guy critiques, is he breaking stuff down to understand...... Typically you get lessons for an hour and if the lesson starts at 6:00 they
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Powercore360
I recently purchased a powercore 360 to help use my core more to take some stress off my arm, are there any drills to do that will help me besides just regular throwing. (I am a catcher and I only have the hip trainer, not the whole complete package)
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Load early/load late
My son is a switch hitter whose primary swing is a righty. Lately throwing BP I have noticed is swing just seemed off. His RH swing was largely foul balls to left and he seemed to be hitting everything off the end of the bat on his LH swing. Took him to a local instructor who told me he is loading late on his RH swing and is loading early and opening up wide on his LH swing. Drills to improve the situation to follow in another lesson . Anyone have any ideas on drills to work on in the mean time?
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Holding runners at 2nd
What drills do you do to practice holding runners? I want both players to work the runner but it tends to be the 2nd baseman with the SS playing the hole.
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Pitching Advice - Youth
" says might be the issue and what drills might help. High school tryouts are only about 2 years out (freshman team usually takes a few 8th graders) so I figured the question was fair game for this board. He throws in the field much the same way he pitches so I really just want to correct the motion and not really worried about actual pitching. He is not a big kid, so if he ever wants to get a shot at shortstop, he is going to have to get everything out of his throws. Right now he has a 2B arm but
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Practice Routine
What is your typical practice routine? 1. SRT - Stretch Run Throw 2. Individual groups - outfield, infield, catchers 3. Team drills - Cutoffs 4. Infield 5. Infield bunt coverages / 1st and 3rd / pickoffs 6. Hit live or 21 outs 7. Bullpens / Baserunning How does your daily schedule look?
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Pitching Flat Ground
What drills do you do with pitchers for flat ground work? While the team is hitting I am going to work with my pitchers. Questions 1. What drills for flat ground? 2. What to do to increase velocity? 3. How pitches in bullpen session (Currently 30)
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Practice Pitching Regime
Just curious does anyone have a routine they have their pitchers do weekly besides bullpens. I am trying to compile a pitchers workout and want some drills and routines. Please let me know.
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Pitching Drills High School
What are some of the best drills for pitchers that are not very accurate and have not pitched much that can develop form, accuracy and confidence on the mound? I would like to scrimmage more in practice and put batting dummies up when they pitch but I really need more pitchers throwing strikes.I want them to be in pitching situations in practice with pressure on them. Also, what drill is best way to develop a a curveball? A few can just throw fastballs.
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Pitching drills
What drills or routine do you have your pitchers go through when the team is doing live hitting? How many times a week do you make them do the pitcher routine? I am trying to find 4-6 drills they can do on a regular basis to develop form, accuracy, and be a better pitcher. I want to put them in those pitching situations in practice so it is nothing new come game time.
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8th Annual Catching Camp Gators Baseball / Pepper Hastings
Buruato(Saginaw2014; ClarendonCollege/ Huston Tillotson University) Scott Hastings ( Flower Mound Marcus 2016;Navarro College) Here is the agenda, that wewillcover. We should get it all done, and we may do more. I haven't laid out the timeline yet, but this is something you can tell the campers. Also, I would encourage parents or coaches to be a part of this clinic so they can carry the drills forward from there, so bring a notepad if you wish. Camp will cover: RECEIVING the PITCH Intro, talk loud
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Tracking
I have an issue that some of my players are swing at pitches down in hitter's count. These are not border line 2-0, 3-1 pitches these are pitchers pitches. Anybody have any advice or drills to get the to track up?
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Pitching Velocity Boot Camps - Only 2 weeks left to register!
ethic. You get what you put into this camp, like many before that have moved on to the college/professional ranks after attending our boot camp. Come see it for yourself, the best pitcher’s velocity boot camp in North Texas! Velocity Boot Camp Details Advanced Positional Pitching Training – Mechanics Intense Arm Care/Injury Prevention Scapular Loading/Backward Chaining Increase Hip/Shoulder Separation High Intensity Progression Drills/Movements Improve Overall Velocity and Accuracy with Connection
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Just a little help....
2020 son attended a DII prospect camp a month ago as a PO. He was the only 2020 attending, it was very top heavy with 2017 and 2018. 40+ players attended . He was invited by a current member of the schools pitching staff, that he occasionally works out with. After a few drills and a bullpen session,he took the mound and and pitched to a 3-4 batters. He did well, struck two out and induced a ground ball ( this went well since in his words " my bullpen sucked"). Pitching coached stopped him after
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NPA Super Camp with Tom House
Tom House Super Camp Pitching Clinic - Friday - Sunday December 9-11 Join NPA Southwest Regional Directors Kevin Beirne and Dean Doxakis, along with NPA Founder Tom House for this three-day pitching clinic. CAMP DATES: Friday – Sunday – Dec 9 – 11th, 2016 $350 Pitchers – $150 Coaches Audit Friday Evening All Age Groups – 6pm to 9pm Lecture with Tom House Saturday Sunday Morning 13 Under – 8:30am – 11:30am Field Instruction Drills Saturday Sunday Afternoon 14 Older – Noon – 3pm
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NPA Pitching Camp (Tom House)
Tom House Super Camp Pitching Clinic - Friday - Sunday December 9-11 Join NPA Southwest Regional Directors Kevin Beirne and Dean Doxakis, along with NPA Founder Tom House for this three-day pitching clinic. CAMP DATES: Friday – Sunday – Dec 9 – 11th, 2016 $350 Pitchers – $150 Coaches Audit Friday Evening All Age Groups – 6pm to 9pm Lecture with Tom House Saturday Sunday Morning 13 Under – 8:30am – 11:30am Field Instruction Drills Saturday Sunday Afternoon 14 Older – Noon – 3pm
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Ole School Baseball clinics
Ole School Baseball Clinics are directed by 4 coaches with more than 125 years of Head Coaching Experience at the College, American Legion and High School level. Our clinic staff has a proven track record of developing players and getting them to the next level. Today's players are "playing more" and "training less". Our clinics are designed to give players drills and fundamentals that can lead to success. Invest in your son's development at one of our clinics
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Is it time to jump ship? Transfer that is.
. ( no wonder relievers cant throw strikes) You are allowed to play catch. 3. No Coaching. HC suppose to be pitching coach. Does nothing for staff. No video, or instruction on drills or mechanics. Pretty much on your own to figure things out if you get in a funk. Pitchers pretty much run than shag during practice. 4. No nutrition programs for anyone. Once again, players are left to figure it out on their own. This explains why there are so many injuries to the pitching staff and why there are
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Pitching Motion - Wrist Bend/Flex
, not sure how much flex this kid has when throwing in the field, but any suggestions on how to get the wrist loosened up (thinking casual drills - not the time to be making major changes) would be appreciated. He throws pretty hard without the wrist and figure he could either throw harder with some flex or may maybe simply throw more relaxed and maintain his current speed.
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Bill Brown Youth Camps
This day-camp, open to players between the ages of 7 and 13, offers personal and group instruction in all phases of the game of baseball. Our knowledgeable and energetic staff will provide proper instruction and drills to enhance the skill level of each individual. Campers will be instructed in fundamentals including: hitting, pitching, infield, outfield, catching, base running, bunting, cut-offs relays, rundowns, and sliding. Games will be played each afternoon to emphasize the techniques
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Blocking Problem
I have a problem blocking the ball during the game sometimes. I have been told by my coaches that when I block I jump up instead of dropping straight down. I am good at blocking during drills, its just that during the game I have trouble sometimes. Here is a link of me blocking when I took a lesson a couple months back: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho09idIZea4
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2016 NECC SUMMER CATCHING CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN!
. “Best money I’ve spent yet….” – S.R. “It was hands down the best camp my child has ever attended. Specifically for the technical aspects of it. And the step by step way in (NECC STAFF)taught and then FIXED, before moving on.” – B.B. “My daughter has just turned into a little beast! The techniques and drills have stuck in her head like I hoped they would (mine too!) She has grown as a catcher by leaps and bounds and I am not the only one to notice. Instead of talking about her I want to talk
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Driveline AZ Seminar
https://www.drivelinebaseball....nts-item/az-seminar/ The Players Seminar will be an exclusive 2-hour hands-on testingsession. We will cover Driveline’s approach to: Warm Up Throwing Drills Velocity Development(in-and off-season) Post-ThrowingRecovery All players will receive: A comprehensive biomechanical analysis A bilateral force plate analysis In-depth spin rate analysis Suggested changes to training programs based on weight training, weighted ball, force plate, kinematic, and physical
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Towel Drills-good or bad?
Recently ive heard many things about towel drills that indicate they are not the best drill you can be doing to utilize a full throwing motion due to the arm stopping abruptly on contact and no true decel pattern is being developed. My coach says otherwise and refuses to hear another side of this, he talks about these being for extension and staying over your front side which doesn't make much sense in my mind. Personally, I dont like these drills because I feel it develops bad patterns with
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Holiday and summer Baseball camp comments - Doyle and others
an already strong hitter. I won't comment specifically on their hitting philosophy but some of it does conflict with a lot of the latest thinking out there. Glove work - my son is a MIF/P and I can definitely see improvement there. Blake Doyle did a lot of the instruction here and I can see a solid difference in the way my son transfers - as a MIF that is key. Throwing - this part was the most old school of them all. A lot of old throwing drills (power position, etc.) which have been completely
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Help!
Hey all, I'm new to the site but been reading along for awhile. Just have a question and I've been researching and haven't found anything of value. What are some drills that I can work on for deceleration? If I am correct, doesn't your should have "deceleration muscles" that help to prevent injuries on the follow through? Just wondering on what I can do to strengthen these because my arm has gotten to where it hurts on the follow through after throwing. Thanks!!
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Elite Five Tool Fit - Baseball & Softball Training
Benefits for Players, Parents, Coaches Benefits for Players: Focus on Improving the Five Tools Scouts and Coaches Evaluate Opportunity to train - multiple times per week Quality Instructors for Measurable Results Proper Muscle Memory Movement Training Repetition, Repetition, Repetition with intense Focus Integrated Strength drills that support proper movement development Benefits for Parents: Predictable Monthly Fee Multiple Classes to Fit you Schedule Value of One Monthly Fee with Unlimited Access
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Maximize your college baseball exposure! Benchmark Cincinnati Showcase Open For Registration!
Register for the baseball showcase designedby college coaches to maximize your exposure before moving on to the next level of the sport! By signing up for Benchmark you will receivean extremely low coach-to-player ratio with coaches from DI-DIII schools that will be on the field giving live feedback during drills, pitches, and games. Check out the lineup of coaches that are guaranteed to be in attendance, andsign up at our website: www.benchmarkshowcase.com ! Registration is now open! Sign up
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60 yard dash
very fast metabolism and workout three days a week and hit just about everyday. Could the time be different because I am not using an official timer? Because I also do speed and agility drills. Any help would be appreciated, thank you.
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FB timing drills
What would be some good drills to help a player with his timing on a FB? It seems like he's late because he'll hit oppo more than pull and when he fouls them off, they are high pop-up fouls.
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Gators Baseball 7th annual catching clinic
Buruato(Saginaw2014; ClarendonCollege) Christian Saucedo ( Paschal 2015; TWU) Scott Hastings (FM Marcus 2016). Here is the agenda, that we'll cover. We should get it all done, and we may do more. I haven't laid out the timeline yet, but this is something you can tell the campers. Also, I would encourage parents or coaches to be a part of this clinic so they can carry the drills forward from there, so bring a notepad if you wish. Camp will cover: RECEIVING the PITCH Intro, talk loud, take charge
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Pre Season Hitting & Catchers Camps
position. Various drills will be introduced for each of these topics. Campers should come with all equipment. Camp Instructors: Charlie Chaffin Current assistant head coach at Old Mill High School and former catching coach at Coppin University. When: Saturday's from January 23th to February 13th Time: 8-12 years old (5p-6p) 13-17 years old (6:30p-7:30p) Where: Scardina Barn 499 Ski Lane Millersville, MD, 21108 Cost: $150 per player (Limited spots per session) ***To Register Email
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Pre Season Hitting & Catchers Camps
position. Various drills will be introduced for each of these topics. Campers should come with all equipment. Camp Instructors: Charlie Chaffin Current assistant head coach at Old Mill High School and former catching coach at Coppin University. When: Saturday's from January 23th to February 13th Time: 8-12 years old (5p-6p) 13-17 years old (6:30p-7:30p) Where: Scardina Barn 499 Ski Lane Millersville, MD, 21108 Cost: $150 per player (Limited spots per session) ***To Register Email
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College Prospect Camp
and Catcher ( 10:00-1:00 ) Pitchers will go through a series of activities to include: - Drills to Improve Throwing Mechanics - Pick Off Moves - Fielding Drills - Bullpens Catchers will go through a series of activities to include: - Receiving, Blocking and Throwing Drills - Fielding Bunts and Proper Footwork on Pick Off Moves - Hitting Stations and Drills Session II - Position Players ( 2:00-5:00 ) Position players will go through a series of activities: - Infield and Outfield Defensive Drills
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Headfirst Jupiter, 2015, Roger Dean Stadium
Hi, folks, given the feedback/questions on a couple other threads, I thought I'd describe our experience at this last weekend's HF event in Jupiter. Sat am was devoted to showcase "drills" for lack of a better term. My OF started with two 60's, then moved to two throws each from rightfield to third, and then to home. Then there was a batting session where the kids warmed up for their actual BP show case. Also, somewhere in there, was another set of outfield drills that looked like it was more