Backyard Tip: Gripping a Bat for Baseball or Softball
Step 1 - Door Knocking Knuckles When gripping the bat, have the player line up their knuckles to keep their arms inside the body's frame. Step 2 - Proper Hitting Position…
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Defining Interference and Obstruction
The terms interference and obstruction are often misunderstood and confused by managers, coaches, and umpires alike. Using the current edition of “Make the Right Call: The Casebook of Little League…
Power Thru Soft Toss Drill
Steve Bernhardt from the Baseball Factory talks about the Power thru Soft Toss Drill to help players accelerate through the zone. An extension of the Power Thru Tee Drill, this…
10 Commonly Misinterpreted Little League® Rules
The playing rules governing organized baseball and softball have been evolving for nearly 150 years. The interpretation of some rules may be confusing if not fully explained. Since the first…
Blocking Tips
Content provided by USA Baseball. The best ways for catchers to block the ball The catcher must understand that it is their responsibility and commitment to block every ball in…
Inside Pitch Tee Work
University of Washington Head Softball Coach Heather Tarr explains how to work on hitting the inside pitch through Tee work.
Description of the “Basic Six” Field Mechanics
The Basic Six are mechanics primarily used by a base umpire while in the “A” position. Each mechanic is specific and builds on the single action of calling a runner…
Bunting 101: The Bunting Progression
Content provided by USA Baseball. The sacrifice bunt is the epitome of the team concept where you are giving up an at bat in an effort to put the team…
What’s the Score?: The Basics of Scorekeeping
Baseball and softball scorekeeping involves more than just keeping track of how many runs cross the plate. In fact, scorekeeping — a system of numbers, symbols and methodology that is…
3 Tips to Run a Fun, Effective Practice
Whether you are a player, coach, or parent, a fun, effective, well-attended practice is centered on communication. From letting the players know what is expected during practice; to informing parents…