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In youth sports, every parent and coach wants to see their athletes play with confidence. But genuine confidence isn’t something...

Anyone who’s ever fallen into a routine knows how quickly it can sap your motivation. Doing the same thing day...

Pop time—the split-second measurement from when a pitch hits your glove to when it lands in the fielder’s—has become one...

Fielding a clean backhand ground ball can separate a good infielder from a great one. It’s one of the most...

Stealing bases isn’t just about pure speed—it’s about timing, awareness, and confidence. A great baserunner doesn’t wait for a perfect...

Formal education can teach us many things, but some of life’s most powerful lessons come from experience—and sports are one...

One of the most rewarding moments in coaching comes when a player suddenly “gets it.” That instant when something clicks,...

This past weekend, while recovering from an illness, I spent some time watching a full slate of NFL playoff games....

Every baseball and softball hitter wants to swing faster and hit harder—but improving bat speed does more than just add...

When you work with dozens of youth baseball players each week, certain habits and patterns start to stand out. One...