A classic batting tee has been around forever. It isn’t flashy, modern or difficult to use. But after baseballs, gloves and bats, batting tees are the most widely used baseball or softball equipment today.From T-ball youth players to Major League players, batting tees have been used to establish proper hitting mechanics the proper angles in order to hit the ball harder and … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Batting or Hitting Tee for Your Child
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8 Best T-ball Baseballs in 2020 [Buying Guide]
Baseballs used by older kids in the youth baseball leagues (as well as high school) are almost rock hard and can pose a serious injury risk to young players.To reduce and hopefully minimize the injury risk, younger players should play with softer baseballs.There are tons of baseballs specifically designed for tee ball players but unfortunately, there are lots of … [Read more...] about 8 Best T-ball Baseballs in 2020 [Buying Guide]
Different Types of Baseballs for Different Ages
Although most baseballs look and feel exactly alike, there are significant differences between them to warrant a closer look.This in-depth guide is designed to help you understand the history behind the construction of baseballs and provide you with detailed age appropriate baseball recommendations for your child. Main Table of Contents (TOC)What is the … [Read more...] about Different Types of Baseballs for Different Ages
Age Appropriate Types of Baseballs and Softballs
Although they look fairly identical, there are different types of baseballs that are used for certain age groups.Where are baseballs made today? Rawlings, founded in 1887, has had an exclusive contract to supply the major leagues with baseballs since 1977. Mr. West says the Costa Rica plant makes about 2.2 million balls a year and sells about 1.8 million of them to the … [Read more...] about Age Appropriate Types of Baseballs and Softballs
How To Properly Size Catcher’s Equipment
n my opinion, being a catcher is the most fun position you can have (yes, even better than being a pitcher!)So than how come there are so few youngsters willing to be catchers in youth baseball/softball? I think it all boils down to their fears about getting hurt.To help them overcome such fears, I am going to outline the types of catcher's equipment and recommend … [Read more...] about How To Properly Size Catcher’s Equipment