This was a touchy subject for both sides of the fence. There are thousands of you out there who are totally against travel ball. You hear stories of hurting arms, teaching to win, etc.. But for every one of those stories, there is a counter point.
My personal opinion.. Its great if you have great coaching.
Reason number one. In a two day tournament, you can get 15 or more at-bats against good pitching. That is 1/4 of a Little League season, in one weekend... Against good pitching too.
That is an opportunity that is hard to pass up.
Just make sure you son / daughter is getting the positional and skill set coaching every practice because at the higher levels, defense and smart baseball is as important as your batting average.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Why Quit
Original Article here
The best quote is from Nancy Lopez..
"A competitor will find a way to win. Competitors take bad breaks and use them to drive themselves just that much harder. Quitters take bad breaks and use them as reasons to give up. It's all a matter of pride." - Nancy Lopez
A good read. Why does everyone feel this way yet every league has issues?
The best quote is from Nancy Lopez..
"A competitor will find a way to win. Competitors take bad breaks and use them to drive themselves just that much harder. Quitters take bad breaks and use them as reasons to give up. It's all a matter of pride." - Nancy Lopez
A good read. Why does everyone feel this way yet every league has issues?
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Stack Baseball.
http://stacktv.stack.com/Baseball.html
This site has some great quick videos for training and off season workouts.
Not just for Baseball.
But the one consistency is hard work paying off.
Get out and do something today. You know your competition is.
This site has some great quick videos for training and off season workouts.
Not just for Baseball.
But the one consistency is hard work paying off.
Get out and do something today. You know your competition is.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Little League Intentional Walk
Ok.. It's an all-star game, there are 2 on. Look at the size of that batter!.. He's as big as the Ump!
I hate intentional walks in Little League. Just count 4 pitches against the pitcher and put the kid on.
So much drama. The pageantry of throwing the ball outside. The offensive coach complaining that the catcher isn't starting behind the plate. The kid swinging to up the pitch count. How is any of that good for the game?
What lessons are we teaching the kids? No good ones that's for sure...
I hate intentional walks in Little League. Just count 4 pitches against the pitcher and put the kid on.
So much drama. The pageantry of throwing the ball outside. The offensive coach complaining that the catcher isn't starting behind the plate. The kid swinging to up the pitch count. How is any of that good for the game?
What lessons are we teaching the kids? No good ones that's for sure...
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Quick sites that I read.
Sometimes it's a good idea to post some of baseball links that I follow.
Gamer Baseball Todd Coburn posts almost daily with quick words of wisdom. He also runs a Best of the West catcher's camp and works with America's Baseball camps in Nevada, Arizona and California. Not to mention the best catcher and coaching handbook in print. Foreword by Ron Polk!
http://coachesbest.blogspot.com/ Heavily advertised site but they have guest posts on coaching, instruction and drills. Subscribe to the RSS Feed.
Jack Perconte. Former Major League player written a couple books. Many, many tips.
And of course CheckSwing. If you haven't signed up for Check Swing yet. You should. Lots and lots of opinions and tips and products and just general baseball conversations there.
http://coachesbest.blogspot.com/ Heavily advertised site but they have guest posts on coaching, instruction and drills. Subscribe to the RSS Feed.
Jack Perconte. Former Major League player written a couple books. Many, many tips.
And of course CheckSwing. If you haven't signed up for Check Swing yet. You should. Lots and lots of opinions and tips and products and just general baseball conversations there.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
2012 Approved Little League Composite bats.
| Product Name | Model Number | Photo |
| Mattingly Balistk | BTKYB |   |
| Combat 2011 B3 Gear | GEARYB2 (2011 Retrofit) |  |
| Combat B4 | B4YB1 |  |
| DeMarini CF4 | CFL10 |  |
| DeMarini CF4 | CFL11 |  |
| DeMarini CF5 | CFL12 |  |
| Easton Omen XL | LNC1XL |   |
| Easton Omen XL | LNC2XL |   |
| Easton S1 | YB11S1 |  |
| Easton Stealth Speed -12 | LSS6XL |  |
| Easton Stealth Speed -11 | LSS1 |  |
| Easton Stealth Speed -9 | LSS2 |  |
| Easton Stealth Speed -13 | LSS3 |  |
| Easton Stealth IMX - 11 | LCN9 |  |
| Easton Stealth IMX -13 | LCN11 |  |
| Easton Stealth -11 | LCN4 |  |
| Easton Stealth -11 | LCN6 |   |
| Easton Synergy IMX -12 | LZN1 |  |
| Easton XL1 | YB11X1 |  |
| Louisville Slugger Catalyst -12 | YB12C |  |
| Louisville Slugger TPX Dynasty -12 | YBDH |  |
| Louisville Slugger TPX Maverick | AYB11M |  |
| Louisville Slugger Triton -12 | YB12T |  |
| Nike Aero Cx2 | BT0573 |  |
| Nike Aero Cx2 | BT0598 |  |
| Nike Aero Cx2 | BT0636 |  |
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
How fast did Ankiel throw?!!!
Last year I tried to get my son to do his science experiment on the bat speed required to hit a LL homerun. The math was too hard for a 4th grader... Who knew?
Anyway, here is a great article about Rick Ankiel gunning out two Rockies at 3rd base.
Here's the video.. Man does he have an arm.
Anyway, here is a great article about Rick Ankiel gunning out two Rockies at 3rd base.
Here's the video.. Man does he have an arm.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Winners and Losers
This is from Paul Riddick of 90MPH club. I have yet to pull the trigger on a pitching program for my son but I do watch the videos and read the emails. This email caught my attention.
Losers look to blame
Winners take responsibility
Losers look at the scoreboard
Winners look at how hard they played
Losers get knocked down
Winners get up
Losers want to get credit for the win
Winners just want to win no matter who gets credit
Losers want to strike everyone out
Winners just want to get hitters out
Losers look for cheap ways to learn
Winners invest in their education
Losers want awards
Winners want championships
Losers think stats
Winners think team record
Losers are afraid
Winners have courage
Losers are skeptical
Winners go for it
Losers like to talk about what they are going to do
Winners are too busy doing it
Which are you?
These guys are winners
http://www.90mphclubwalloffame.com/
...pure winners...all heart, all guts, all hard work,
all dedication, all respect. I'm very proud of
these guys. WINNERS!!!
Ready to join us?
Best,
Paul Reddick
"The Master Of MPH"
Losers look to blame
Winners take responsibility
Losers look at the scoreboard
Winners look at how hard they played
Losers get knocked down
Winners get up
Losers want to get credit for the win
Winners just want to win no matter who gets credit
Losers want to strike everyone out
Winners just want to get hitters out
Losers look for cheap ways to learn
Winners invest in their education
Losers want awards
Winners want championships
Losers think stats
Winners think team record
Losers are afraid
Winners have courage
Losers are skeptical
Winners go for it
Losers like to talk about what they are going to do
Winners are too busy doing it
Which are you?
These guys are winners
http://www.90mphclubwalloffame.com/
...pure winners...all heart, all guts, all hard work,
all dedication, all respect. I'm very proud of
these guys. WINNERS!!!
Ready to join us?
Best,
Paul Reddick
"The Master Of MPH"
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Friday, April 8, 2011
Go To Games!
Take this Spring Break opportunity to get out and see some professional baseball.
I'm taking the family to see Stl vs LAD on Thursday and CLE vs LAA on Wednesday afternoon.
Leave the Dalles and Disney to the non-baseball players!!
I'm taking the family to see Stl vs LAD on Thursday and CLE vs LAA on Wednesday afternoon.
Leave the Dalles and Disney to the non-baseball players!!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Updated Comp Bats Approvals
The Approved Composite bat list is listed above.
This is for Little League Majors and Minor divisions.
This is for Little League Majors and Minor divisions.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Simple speed drill
Little League online has a great coaches video series.
In this simple drill a student (player) can repetitively learn the proper angle to maximize speed and quick steps.
http://littleleaguecoach.org/home.aspx?article=799
I'm going to have my son do this daily and track his progress.
In this simple drill a student (player) can repetitively learn the proper angle to maximize speed and quick steps.
http://littleleaguecoach.org/home.aspx?article=799
I'm going to have my son do this daily and track his progress.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Updated Bat List. Nike added.
| Product Name | Model Number | Photo |
| Mattingly Balistk | BTKYB | |
| DeMarini CF4 | CFL10 | |
| DeMarini CF4 | CFL11 | |
| Easton Omen XL | LNC1XL | |
| Easton Omen XL | LNC2XL | |
| Easton Stealth Speed -12 | LSS6XL | |
| Easton Stealth Speed -11 | LSS1 | |
| Easton Stealth Speed -9 | LSS2 | |
| Easton Stealth Speed -13 | LSS3 | |
| Easton Stealth IMX - 11 | LCN9 | |
| Easton Stealth IMX -13 | LCN11 | |
| Easton Synergy IMX -12 | LZN1 |  |
| Louisville Slugger TPX Maverick | AYB11M | |
| Nike Aero Cx2 | BT0573 | |
| Nike Aero Cx2 | BT0598 | |
Sunday, March 6, 2011
11 Bats approved for Little League
Approved bat list updated
There are now 11 approved composite bats. Notables are the CF4 and the Easton Stealth!
There are now 11 approved composite bats. Notables are the CF4 and the Easton Stealth!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Dream Job
For any aspiring sports writer this looks amazing.
DREAM JOB
Interestingly, MLB places you in a residence in NYC. Your commitment is to watch every baseball game of the year from that residence.
I'm sorry but LA would be a much better location. Wouldn't have to stay up until 2:00AM watching the Mariners go extra innings against Cleveland.
DREAM JOB
Interestingly, MLB places you in a residence in NYC. Your commitment is to watch every baseball game of the year from that residence.
I'm sorry but LA would be a much better location. Wouldn't have to stay up until 2:00AM watching the Mariners go extra innings against Cleveland.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
LLWS Ticket Lottery
Little League just posted this to facebook.
http://www.littleleague.org/media/2011WSTickets.htm
The annual Little League Baseball World Series Ticket Lottery provides Little League fans with a chance to receive tickets to the 2011 World Championship Game. The 2011 LLWS begins on Thursday, August 18 and concludes on Sunday, August 28, with the World Series Championship Game.
Please complete the information below to be included in the 2011 Little League Baseball World Series Championship Game Ticket Lottery. All 2011 LLWS Ticket Lottery submissions must be received by Thursday, March 31, 2011. Submissions received via phone, fax and mail will not be accepted.
Please note that this ticket lottery will ONLY provide tickets for the World Championship game, if yours is among the entries chosen. There is no ticket distribution to the public for any other games of the Series. Seating at other games is first-come, first-served for most seats, and tickets are handed out upon entry to the stadiums for some games. Seating on the terraced hill is open, and does not require a ticket for any game, including the World Championship game.
http://www.littleleague.org/media/2011WSTickets.htm
The annual Little League Baseball World Series Ticket Lottery provides Little League fans with a chance to receive tickets to the 2011 World Championship Game. The 2011 LLWS begins on Thursday, August 18 and concludes on Sunday, August 28, with the World Series Championship Game.
Please complete the information below to be included in the 2011 Little League Baseball World Series Championship Game Ticket Lottery. All 2011 LLWS Ticket Lottery submissions must be received by Thursday, March 31, 2011. Submissions received via phone, fax and mail will not be accepted.
Please note that this ticket lottery will ONLY provide tickets for the World Championship game, if yours is among the entries chosen. There is no ticket distribution to the public for any other games of the Series. Seating at other games is first-come, first-served for most seats, and tickets are handed out upon entry to the stadiums for some games. Seating on the terraced hill is open, and does not require a ticket for any game, including the World Championship game.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Four bats approved now.
http://www.littleleague.org/learn/equipment/approvedcompbatssmall.htm
There are now 4, yes 4, composite bats approved for Little League Majors division.
There are now 4, yes 4, composite bats approved for Little League Majors division.
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