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AGENDAS
For those that know me ,I don't think I need to post this but for all the newbies I think I shouldIn another thread a poster referred to me as having an agenda---WELL I DO-- and it is a very simple agenda -- to see kids succeed and this is how it...
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Earned Run or Unearned Run?
I have a question regarding the scoring of an earned run. The following are actual events that took place in a HS game.The first batter of the inning is walked (BB). The first batter advances to second as the result a throwing error by the catcher on...
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Why do so many righthanders hit as a lefty?
It has been a while since my last post. Something has come up in my mind that I can't find the answer for my self so this is why I turn towards the HSBaseballweb for advice/the answer.Is there a scientific explanation why so many right handed players...
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William & Mary
I saw a post on the "Ask about Colleges" forum that Coach Farr may be leaving W&M ? Anyone got any info regarding this, I find it surprising as he has turned down several offers in the past and seemed to say he did not want to leave W&M. CV
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Softball websites?
Is there an equivalent website to hssbbweb out there for softball players? Please post any useful softball related websites. Thanks.
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Looking for transportation ideas
I thought this may be the best forum to post my questions in. Our son got his Assoc. degree at a junior college in Arizona and he is continuing his education at Southeastern Oklahoma State Univ. in Durant, OK. I've already driven there last January...
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Post 21 FireCracker Tournament July 1st-4th games posted
Post 21 Baseball WebsiteJuly 1st (Friday) (JW-James Wood HS; MB-Millbrook HS )9:00 JW-Berkeley vs. FrederickMB-Charles Town vs. Stafford(A)11:30 JW-Stafford (P) vs. Frederick MB-Euclid vs. Stafford (A)2:00 JW-Potomac Valley vs. ShippensburgMB-Delaware...
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Summer Rules Questions
With HS baseball winding down in most of the US, I'd like to ask that if you post a summer league question that you also identify the age group and league affiliation so that any answers can be more accurately quoted.There are some significant...
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Perfect Game about HSBBW
I’ve received many emails regarding the closing of this great website. I thought I would post the following so that people understand that I truly do care! And to mention some issues that are a concern. I’ve always tried hard to obey all...
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HSBBW - Perfect Game - Others?
Posted last night in a different forum.I’ve received many emails regarding the closing of this great website. I thought I would post the following so that people understand that I truly do care! And to mention some issues that are a concern....
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A Warm Thank-You
I rarely post but have often perused this site over the past 3 or 4 yrs. I haven't spent as much time doing that of late but since reading that the site may be shutting down at the end of the month, I just wanted to say thanks to those that gave...
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It's official!
Today my son signed a NLI to play baseball at Austin Peay State University. This has been his dream school since HS, but he knew he needed to go to a juco and GROW UP!! He put in the work and hopefully it will pay off for him at APSU. I want to thank...
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HSBBWEB Forum
I have not yet heard an update on Bob's plans for this great website, but I do know that several fine members have offered some good options, so hopefully this site will continue.However, I wanted to post an easy to remember address where I will...
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Freshman year ! End of sr year - time to begin NEW
I had originally put this in the 9th inning sr year, but decided to start a new thread in keeping with the theme of the post! Eavery day is a new day - fresh, with no mistakes -or something like that - from Anne of Avonlea...In 2006, my oldest...
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The "lost" season
First, before discussing the "lost" season, I'd like to thank Bob and everyone who has contributed to this site...it is my first "stop" in the morning and more than a few times I have spit out my coffee laughing, or dropped tears in my coffee crying....
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Thanks
i just want to take a minute to thank everyone on this board or has contributed something. I've learned a lot and I know my dad has over the last couple years checking out the site. I learned that you need to keep your mouth shut sometimes because...
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Proud Parent
I have rarely (maybe never) done this but today for some reason I feel the need to do so .... I am going to post an email that we received from our son Andy, this morning. As most of you know I have a hard time bragging about either of our sons. Both...
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BIG EVENT TONIGHT!!!
We are going to take OPP's 9:30 (edt) slot tonight in the chat room and change it from a wake to a party!!So put on your best bibb and tucker, or sit around in your underdrawers (doesn't really matter) and come meet the new "Head Cook and Bottle...
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Is BB going to suffer another scandal ?
There have been some BB executives accused of skimming money from the Cuban players bonuses. Apparently the FBI is called in to invesigate these sccustaions. Another black eye for pro BB ?***OOPS ... Bbblehead ... sorry but I meant to quote you on...
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Overcoming mental obstacles
In the Aug. 4 issue of Sports Illustrated, there is a very good article on David Price. I tried to find a link to post, but it looks like it's not on the web. I was struck by the first paragraph, which explains how midway through his freshman year at...
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Why Oh Why.....
I have been coming to this site for a few years now. I have learned many new ideas and techniques that have helped me better serve my players as their coach. The one thing that evades my mind is why are their so many on here that think their way is...
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Twenty-Two Million Big Ones:$22,000,000.00
We all know A-Rod's contract was just nutty, but that's history. Roger, good-guy, in Houston-to-be-with-my-family, future hall of famer, etc. wants $22,000,000.00, to pitch for Houston for one lousy season. So if he wins 22 games, $1,000,000.00 per...
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After high school is a tough age, too
I was kind of thinking that after he went off to school, that something would click and he would be a little smarter (smarter according to Mom). Maybe it is that growing up is done in miniscule increments, and not leaps and bounds, that frustrates me....
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University of Minnesota
Anybody know anything about this school, academics as well as baseball. They keep sending academic recruiting info to my son and after reading the post above about South Dakota, it got me wondering. We never thought twice about a school that far north...
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HSBBW Teams
Quote the previous post and add the primary position your son plays, no need to name names, and let's see what a HSBBW Roster might look like in terms of poster handles. (pitchers post as LHP or RHP)RedSoxFan21: Catcher
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I need your help with the HS Baseball Web
I honestly hate making a post like this, and I don't do it very often, but... I need your help in paying this month's bill for the HS Baseball Web.Quite simply, I paid the July bill of $874 out of my pocket and I can't afford to do the same with the...
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Non-Dominant Shoulder Dislocation..questions
Hey everyone,this past thursday I dislocated my non throwing shoulder diving for a ball down the line. As a collegiate athlete I went to my team orthopedist, who after reviewing xrays told me that nothing was fractured or broken (thankfully). She also...
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STOP THE FIGHTING
I have just finished reading the Grass is Greener on the other side post and am quite honestly appalled.This is not a forum where we all have to agree. But there needs to be a respect factor here.I do not always agree with TRHit and BigHit15 and...
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ncaa compliance??
recently a college mom questioned what her son should do if his girlfriend's parents offered to spring for dinnerI was a bit rough on her labeling it as a "great scam" - - but, after recent events, I applogize and am changing my tune - - give him a...
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Updates at AB Athletic Development
Just wanted to post an update here because I know a lot of people from NH read here. We are almost done with our move into our new facility and we are very excited about what we can do now. We are upgrading from a 2700 sq ft location to a 6800 sq ft...
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Amom...I am still alive and kicking
I saw your post in the "Empire Strikes Back" thread. All is well..very well. The boys are hanging tough...plebe year is no joke. All extra activities(rugby, baseball, women) take a back seat to Chem and Naval Science. Their plebe year is just about...
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PG Underclass Showcase, Winston-Salem
Just got back from the PG Underclass Showcase in Winston Salem NC. My son (2014) has attended many PG events in the past and we have always been happy with their events. I have always "pushed" PG to new parents because of their unbiased rankings. I am...
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can an athletic scholarship be pulled
I asked this question in a portion of another post in a different forum and haven't had it answered yet. Can an athletic scholarship be pulled if you have signed a letter of intent because of an injury that has incurred during your senior season?
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college freshman difficulties
Although I have frequently sat on the sidelines and checked out the action here, this is my first post.It was my son’s dream to play DI baseball at an academically rigorous school and he is now a freshman at an Ivy League school. He is totally...
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Triple Play
Here is video of a triple play at a recent Penn State game. This is Luvbb's son's school but she wasn't sure how to post it. I just think it is kind of cool because it happens so rarely.http://www.gopsusports.com/docs/baseball05/triple.mov
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Running after pitching
Hey coaches, I was reading the ice after pitching post and I saw a few of you talk about running after pitching. I've never heard about it and I wanted to question you guys on it's importance and how much running you should do and how soon. Thanks...
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Stock Piling or Over Recruiting
In 2002 Bob Howdeshell did a great series of articles on Stock Piling which finished with a list of schools that were the "Prize Winners" for 2002. On a recent post on "actual performance" I read a stat that 50% of D1 freshman transfer to a different...
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Fact or Fiction?
I started this thread because I have seen it all over and I think it is a lot of fun. The guidelines go as follows:1. The question asked must be answered by first saying fact or fiction, and then giving an explanation, stating why you think the...
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Diligence pays off
To make a very long story short, my son had to transfer to another school (and move to another city) in the middle of his senior year in order to continue to play - he missed baseball (except for continuing to work out) all of his junior year, even...
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Avatar Help
I know this is not a great topic of discussion. I am new to the board and I want to post my own picture to my profile. How do I do this? HELP.
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HS BA for Players Hoping To Play College
I am curious. For those of you who have been through the recruiting process, what kind of BA are college coaches looking for in players coming out of HS? I know that .300 is a landmark for pro players and expect it to be notably higher for HS.Please...
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Tournament Teams in Des Moines, Iowa area
I know theres been a couple post about tournament teams in Iowa, but I am looking for anybody that can help me or give me information on a fall tournament team. I'm desperate lol. I can't find information anywhere. Thank you.
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Racist Coaches
I believe that healthy non-attacking debate is good and I disagree with the closing of the previous post on the Oklahoma baseball situation.I do not believe it is OK to have racist coaches or make racist statements at any level of any sport. Several...
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Fundraising Thread - 10K Goal
I've finally figured out how to start a PBS-style fundraising thread here at the hsbbweb where we can electronically track statistics to achieve our goal. This thread will contain four polling tabs - a $100.00 tab, a $50.00 tab, a $25.00 tab, and a...
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I am glad to make this post.
This is a great story for a kid who has overcome a lot of problems. I hope he does well and makes it all the way. He has the chance to be a great role model for all he has gone through.This article was in todays Baseball America. It is well worth the...
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MyInstantReplay.com Marketing/Recruiting Site
I was just wondering if anyone has heard of or used MyInstantReplay.com recruiting website? I just found the site the other day and was looking around it. It offers a place to post all your information and then allows you to email it to any college...
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A.L. Wood bat study
What do you make of this? American Legion stays with aluminumCan anyone post some links to studies that show aluminum is more dangerous?