Author: Mark Hertz

How To Hit a Baseball

How To Hit a Baseball: A Detailed Guide

Hitting a baseball is one of the most challenging skills in all of sports. As both a seasoned baseball player and veteran youth coach, I’ve learned that hitting takes patience, practice, and an understanding of proper technique. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the fundamentals of hitting to […]

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Drills to Develop Quick Hands and Bat Speed for Hitters

Baseball is a game of microseconds. The difference between a harmless foul ball and a towering home run can come down to mere milliseconds of contact between the bat and ball. As a long-time player and youth coach, I’ve learned that building quick hands and maximizing bat speed separates the […]

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What Should I Do If My Child Struggles Hitting the Baseball?

As a seasoned baseball player and long-time youth coach, I’ve worked with countless young players who have struggled with hitting. It’s a complex skill that takes time, patience and persistence to master. The most important things you can do are remain positive, focus on fundamentals, set incremental goals, and keep […]

Top T-Ball Awards Ideas

10 Creative and Fun T-Ball Award Ideas

As a long-time T-ball coach, I know how exciting it is for young players when T-Ball award time rolls around. Choosing fun, creative T-ball award ideas can make the experience even more memorable for kids. After years of coaching, I’ve learned that often the most creative awards mean more than […]

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How Much Will A Youth Baseball Season Cost in 2024?

Hello parents! As a long-time youth baseball coach and former player, I know that signing your child up for their first season can be an exciting yet daunting experience. Costs add up quickly between registration fees, equipment, uniforms, and more. To help you budget and prepare, I’ve put together this […]

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What Is a Baseball Sliding Mitt? (And Why You Need One)

If you’ve played the game for any length of time, you know firsthand how exhilarating it can be to dive headfirst into a base, stealing a run against the odds. However, you also probably know how dangerous ill-timed slides can be. Thankfully, we now have an excellent piece of protective […]

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How Young Pitchers Can Safely Increase Velocity

Hey there parents and coaches! My name is Mark Hertz and I’ve been around the game of baseball for a long time now, both as a player and coach. I understand the desire for young pitchers to gain more velocity on their fastball – it’s an essential part of development […]