Tagged With "Baseball Glove"
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Do you remember your first glove?
http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/.../ns/sports-baseball/Here's a story that caught my eye.And I can relate to it.My first Glove outside of my dads old five finger's, Was one I bought myself when I was about 7 or 8.I saved my money until I had enough,...
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Pitching Glove
Does anyone have any gloves that they use specifically for pitching that they like? And if you do what size do who use? Thanks
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Catching vs Deflecting
i went to a winter camp yesterday.....it was incredible!! When i rotated to another station, one to the coaches taught me something i never learned. He said "Your glove.....its a deflector....you dont catch a infield grounder". We didnt have enough...
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DOUBLE PLAY TOSS FROM THE SHORTSTOP POSITION
I AM a secondbaseman HAVING PROBLEMS TRANSFERING THE BALL FROM MY GLOVE TO MY HAND FOR THE THROW to first. how do i prevent that?
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A gift from an old coach
I am an administrator on another site, this was written by Coach John Baker, he was also an admin for some time until heath forced his a bit more to the sidelines. I think the folks here deserve this bit...poetry was never my strong suit but Coach B....
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Grabbing
ygpbb321quote:“Coach O or anyone else who has an idea””I recently have two different kids that are throwing the baseball from their ear”This mechanical condition, we call “grabbing” is caused from improper pendulum...
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Wilson v.s TPX
I ma choosing a new glove for my HS baseball season. I went to the store, tried them on, played catch with them and they both feel great. Which one do you prefer (Wilson A2000 1786-TB OR TPX FL1151)?
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How to stiffen leather?
I know, I know, everyone wants to soften it and break it in. Well, my son wanted a new glove (Louisville H2 Hybrid) and has discovered right away that the leather at the top of the webbing is very flimsy (sorry Louisville, but it's true). Hard hit...
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Pricey ball glove...didnt get what i planned
i ordered a tpx pro flare glove (11.5-$219) but it looks more like a 11.75 to 12 inch glove. Unfortunately, i cant return it. i play middle infield and was wondering if there is anyting i can do to make it smaller or make it look smaller.
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stepping on plate while bunting
Last night my son's HS team was on the road for a tough division game. The officiating was suspect from the start. We were down 1-0 in the top of the 4th with the bases loaded and one out. The batter swung at a pitch and obviously hit the catchers...
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Error or HR
Batter hits the ball to RF. RF misjudges the ball and it hits beside him and rolls to the wall. By the time he retrives the ball and throws it in Batter has made it home. I gave RF a 4 base error. Batters dad says since it did not hit his glove it...
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Dislocated Finger...ouch!
Hey guys...son dislocated his middle finger, at the middle joint on his GLOVE hand diving back into 2nd base Tuesday night...trainer set it back into place on site, but has him scheduled to get it x-rayed today...this is the first injury of this type...
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Questionable Pick off move to second
I know this is a High School Site, but I guess this could happen in HS as well.Our 9 yr old team had a 8 o'clock game the other night and while we were waiting for it to start we were watching a 10 yr old game. In that game there was a runner on...
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Glove softner
I have used saddle oil for my sons gloves in the past and he has recently come-up with the idea of Lanolin.I would appreciate advice on the subject.I see where this can be purchased as cream and or in shaving cream,which is the way to go?
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Expectations of players (and parents) playing in college baseball
This thread is about what expectations players and their parents have regarding the “College baseball experience”. It was triggered by Swampboy’s post below in another thread: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “What optimistic players and parents imagine as a "normal" college baseball career is extremely rare. Very, very few players earn regular playing time early, stay healthy, become an increasingly significant contributor to the team, avoid...
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D-BAT Gallegos Wins the 2014 AABC Connie Mack World Series
FARMINGTON — D-BAT Gallegos entered the Connie Mack World Series with the distinction of being the youngest team in the tournament, but the Dallas-based squad exited with another honor — series champions. The team out of Texas knocked off the 13-time series champion Midland Redskins twice on Friday evening at Ricketts Park, including a 7-5 win in the final game to secure the title. "I think we shocked the world with a bunch of 17-year-olds and a couple 18-year-olds," D-BAT manager Roberto...
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D-BAT Gallegos manager credits his mentor for teaching him about baseball, life
FARMINGTON — The celebration started moments after D-BAT Gallegos third baseman Noah Hill lifted his glove into the air, signaling he had caught the game-winning out of Friday's championship game against the Midland Redskins. Players from the Dallas-based team sprinted to the center of the infield, piling on top of each other and basking in the bliss of winning the Connie Mack World Series. Lost among the entangled arms and legs of the dog pile and drowned out by the cheers of the packed...
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Best of the 757 Baseball Showcase (open to 757 and 804 athletes)
The 2014 Best of the 757 Baseball Showcase ( www.bestofot.com/757/baseball/ ) at Harbor Park (Home of the Norfolk Tides) on August 23rd . The showcase is a great opportunity for high school baseball athletes in the 757 and 804 to gain exposure from VirginiaPreps.com, get a baseline for your measurables and add new skills. We have a great group of staff coaches, including --- Tim Hummel (Cape Henry), Sean Townsend (Great Bridge), Roland Wright (Western Branch), Chris Dotolo (Norfolk Academy),...
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High school Pitchers glove rules
I will be playing for my highschool team soon and will probably be pitching, I was going to get a 44 Custom glove thats all black including the laces and all. I was wondering If it is allowed to have a ribbon on it for autism awareness for my sister...
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Registration open for Marshals Tryouts 13-18U
Tryouts for Marshals Select Baseball If you tried to register earlier this week, our apologies -- the link to our registration site was broken. All is fixed now, so please register for the tryouts. WHERE:...
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Nick Butts 2015 William and Mary committed
Nick Butts 2015 RHP Manchester HS, Chesterfield VA, Virginia Cardinals
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Jimmy Barnes 2015 SS/3B Deep Creek HS, VA
Jimmy Barnes 2015 SS/3B Deep Creek HS, VA Jimmy is a 6'3 shortstop in high school with college power and very nice arm strength. He is uncommitted and will most likely move over the third base at the college level. 6.99 runner with...
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Jacob Rich 2015 RHP Western Albermarle HS
Jacob Rich 2015 RHP (6'0-160) from Western Albermarle HS in Crozet(VA) pitched at UNC on Sunday and showed a nice 85-86 mph fastball , 70mph cb against the Virginia Cardinals. Jacob plays for the Richmond Braves and shows a nice clean delivery...
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OF Glove Size Rules for HS
Is there an outfield glove size rule for high school or college ball? My son needs a replacement and he has always used a 13" fielders glove but I was recently informed that he can't use this in high school or college ball and I am wondering if...
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Tyler Wilson get first AAA win
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Former University of Virginia pitcher Tyler Wilson won his first game at the AAA level in the Norfolk Tides 7-4 win over the Durham Bulls on Tuesday night at Harbor Park. click here to view WAVY TV 10 video and article
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I Don't Like Field Turf
I will fully agree that most people will decide that the pros outweigh the cons here. Minimal maintenance Fewer games affected by weather Pays for itself over time (?) I doubt that but I'm sure they tell you that. I have two big problems...
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RISE Baseball 2015/2016 Tryouts
RISE Baseball 2015/2016 graduating class is looking to add one Catcher and a Pitchers Only to the roster for the upcoming showcase season. Visit risebaseball.com to see player profiles and video of all current players and please contact...
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Texas Blackhawks Tryouts
The Texas Blackhawks organization will be holding private tryouts to fill out positions for the fall and summer of 2014 and 2015 for our 15u -18u high school age teams. The 2013 class had 3 draft picks. The 2014 class had all 14 players from one team...
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Outfield/Christmas
Anyone have any outfield glove recommendations, I can pick out any glove for Christmas and am in need of a new glove for the spring. Also, thought I might as well put up a thread asking if there are any other baseball "gadgets" you'd reccomend also...
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George Mason University Winter Baseball Camps (Youth and High School)
2015 Bill Brown Winter Youth Baseball Camps (4 Options) Youth Players: Ages 7-13 Location: Mason Field House- Fairfax, VA Thursday, January 8, 2015 to Sunday, February 1, 2015 You can to the following website for more information http://collegebaseballcamps.com/patriots Camp Description Bill Brown's Winter Youth Baseball Camps are designed to provide young baseball players (ages 7-13) the opportunity to expand their baseball skills while preparing for the upcoming Spring season. All camp...
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Marshals 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U Tryouts Posted
www.mckinneymarshals.com TRYOUTS: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U Tryouts for our 15,16,17,and 18U Marshals HS program teams for the Summer of 2015 will be held on the following dates. Sunday, December 14 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Clark High School...
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Marshals 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U Tryouts Posted
www.mckinneymarshals.com TRYOUTS: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U Tryouts for our 15,16,17,and 18U Marshals HS program teams for the Summer of 2015 will be held on the following dates. Sunday, December 14 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Clark High School...
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So you want an advantage?
Your getting ready to start your High School career. You want to come in and make a splash with the coaching staff. You know get your name out there. Get them to notice you. You are wondering what are some of the things you can do accomplish this...
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44 Pro Gloves
Does anyones son use these or know of someone that has these type of Glvoes? Son is very interested and I was just wondering how good of a Glove they are compared to a Wilson or Rawlings that we have used in the Past. Thanks and Happy...
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Pitcher only bags.
Was wondering if anyone knows of the manf. have done something like this at a reasonable $.???? Backpacks are everywhere for the positional guy that needs to carry a couple bats & gloves, but if you have kid that's a PO heneeds something smaller. Washable, yet rigid enough to hold his glove and cleats in a sep. compartments. Warmup or other misc. items. Was thinking with my kid heading off to college next fall and when they go on road trips of...
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Holiday Wishes and Thanks!
As has become tradition, when we come to the end of the year and a few days prior to Christmas, we like to take this opportunity to thank the HSBBW Umpire family for another wonderful year. The opportunity to come together, discuss, share and help others through this sport we all love, is outstanding. First off, we always want to thank Julie (mn mom) for keeping the site up and running.......many of us do not know how much time and personal $$'s that it takes to keep this site open and for...
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DALLAS PATRIOTS TRYOUTS
*Tryouts Are FREE & Open To Everyone *No CLEATS or METAL SPIKES *Bring Bat, Helmet, & Glove *Baseball Pants Are Encouraged Dates and Times *January 10th-NRH 10AM- Ages 7-13 12:30PM- Ages 14-18 *January 11th- Plano & Frisco 12PM- Ages 7-13 3:30PM- Ages 14-18 Locations Premier Baseball Academy 2621 Summit Ave. Ste. 200 Plano, TX 75074 Phone: (972) 398-3676 Fax: (972) 398-8598 Premier Baseball Academy- North Richland Hills 6400 Wuliger...
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DALLAS PATRIOTS TRYOUTS
*Tryouts Are FREE & Open To Everyone *No CLEATS or METAL SPIKES *Bring Bat, Helmet, & Glove *Baseball Pants Are Encouraged Dates and Times *January 10th-NRH 10AM- Ages 7-13 12:30PM- Ages 14-18 *January 11th- Plano & Frisco 12PM- Ages 7-13 3:30PM- Ages 14-18 Locations Premier Baseball Academy 2621 Summit Ave. Ste. 200 Plano, TX 75074 Phone: (972) 398-3676 Fax: (972) 398-8598 Premier Baseball Academy- North Richland Hills 6400 Wuliger...
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Texas Select Holding Tryouts!!
Texas Select Baseball is a professionally coached organization. Tryouts for ages 14-18U are taking place at this time. We have a solid core of players returning and will need to fill a few more spots. The next tryout date is set for...
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DALLAS PATRIOTS TRYOUTS
DALLAS PATRIOTS TRYOUTS *Tryouts Are FREE & Open To Everyone *No CLEATS or METAL SPIKES *Bring Bat, Helmet, & Glove *Baseball Pants Are Encouraged DALLASPATRIOTS.COM Dates and Times *January 10th-NRH 10AM- Ages 7-13 12:30PM- Ages 14-18 *January 11th -Plano & Frisco 12PM- Ages 7-13 3:30PM- Ages 14-18 Locations Premier Baseball Academy 2621 Summit Ave. Ste. 200 Plano, TX 75074 Phone: (972) 398-3676 Fax: (972) 398-8598 Premier Baseball Academy- North Richland Hills 6400 Wuliger Way...
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Breaking a glove habit?
My son is a sophomore MIF for the HS JV team, working to make the varsity squad. He has been working on pushing through instead of funneling routine grounders as he has been asked to do by his coaches. Now they are asking him to eliminate a habitual...
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Lawsuit filed over minor league pay
This one will be interesting to watch. http://online.wsj.com/articles...J_hp_RightTopStories During his days as a minor-league pitcher, Garrett Broshuis figured that the long bus rides, late-night workouts and meager pay were trade-offs for a chance to someday pitch in the big leagues. He also believed those working conditions might be illegal. Five years after hanging up his glove and spikes, Mr. Broshuis is putting that theory to the test. Earlier this year, the 32-year-old, now a lawyer...
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Marshals High School Program Tryouts
www.mckinneymarshals.com TRYOUTS: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U Tryouts for our 15,16,17,and 18U Marshals HS program teams for the Summer of 2015 will be held on the following dates. Sunday, October 26 from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. WHERE: Clark High School (Plano)...
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balk rule
Is it a balk when pitcher has a runner on base and starts with ball in his glove before he comes set? Does pitcher have to start with ball out of glove as he steps on rubber?
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Northern Virginia High School Showcase Camp
Don’t miss your chance to attend The 2014 Northern Virginia High School Showcase Camp with this year’s Atlantic 10 Conference Baseball Championship team, the George Mason Patriots! 2014 Northern Virginia High School Showcase Camp At George Mason University CAMP HIGHLIGHTS The 2014 Northern Virginia High School Showcase Camp is designed to provide high school baseball players (grades 9-12) with the opportunity to expand their baseball skills and get exposure to college coaches. Campers...
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