Key PointsA parent must not rely on a coach to protect their child's arm healthShould follow the MLB pitch count guideline on the number of rest days for pitchersArm care is extra important if your child also plays the catcher positionIntroductionIn youth baseball, its common among healthy young baseball players to experience arm pains when throwing too many pitches … [Read more...] about Arm Pain from Throwing Too Much
Complete Guide to Age Appropriate Baseball Pitching Machines
Key PointsPitching machines can be used in batting practices to improve a hitter's hand-eye coordination, timing and bat controlMost pitching machines can also be used to conduct fielding drillsPrice is a good indicator of available features, quality and durabilityIn-depth review of critical factors that should be considered prior to making a purchaseList of recommended … [Read more...] about Complete Guide to Age Appropriate Baseball Pitching Machines
Where Can I Get Some Free or Unwanted Baseballs?
Ever since I was a little kid, I loved collecting baseballs.But not the autographed ones but regular baseballs I used to throw and catch with my friends.It didn't matter if they were dirty or shiny. I even collected broken baseballs because I felt a tinge of sadness and just could not throw them out even when seams were coming apart. There was just … [Read more...] about Where Can I Get Some Free or Unwanted Baseballs?
How Do I Teach Baseball to My Child
IntroductionIn its most basic form, baseball (or softball) is a simple sport. Catch and throw baseballs when playing defense. Grab a bat and try to hit a ball and run when playing offense.For the most part, that is how we start teaching kids how to play baseball at an early age.For parents who have never played baseball on the other hand, it … [Read more...] about How Do I Teach Baseball to My Child
What are the 5 tools of a 5-tool player in Baseball
Five tools indicate characteristics of an elite baseball player Recent addendum includes a sixth tool to include aggressive playMaybe you've heard the term "Five Tool Player" before and wondered what that meant. Or maybe you know the term, but want to learn how to achieve that lofty title.So, what are the five tools in baseball? Simply put, the five tools are … [Read more...] about What are the 5 tools of a 5-tool player in Baseball