Baseball practice doesn’t have to feel like a chore for players. As a coach, it’s your job to keep things fun and engaging so the kids stay motivated to improve. With some creativity and effort, you can plan practices that get results but also bring smiles to your players’ faces. […]
Author: Mark Hertz
Why Kids Should Learn to Hit Line Drives Instead of Home Runs
Baseball is a game of skill, strategy, and consistency. As a longtime player and coach, I’ve seen young hitters get caught up in the allure of hitting home runs instead of focusing on solid fundamentals like line drives. While the long ball is exciting, learning to hit hard line drives […]
Avoiding Tommy John Surgery by Teaching Proper Throwing Mechanics
Hello parents and coaches! My name is Mark Hertz and I’m a former college pitcher with over 15 years of coaching experience. In this article, I’ll share the throwing mechanics that I teach my players to help avoid arm injuries like Tommy John surgery. The keys to teaching proper throwing […]
Best Youth Baseball Bats for 2024
As both a lifelong baseball player myself and a coach for my son’s Little League team for over a decade now, I’ve had the pleasure of getting to try out a wide range of bats over the years. In my experience, using the right bat can make all the difference […]
8 Quality Youth Baseball Camps for Baseball Players
Baseball season is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about how your aspiring young player can improve their skills over the summer. As a long-time player and coach, I know how important it is for young athletes to get high-quality instruction and training if they […]
Base Running Basics: Teaching 5-Year-Olds to Run Bases in T-Ball
Learning how to run the bases is an exciting and important part of playing T-Ball. As a coach, you want to teach 5-year-olds the basics of base running in a fun and engaging way that sets them up for success on the field. With some simple drills and tips […]
How To Build Arm Strength for T-Ball Players
Welcome youth baseball parents and coaches! As a long-time T-ball coach and former college baseball player, I’m excited to share some tips on how young athletes can build arm strength for America’s favorite pastime. The best ways to build arm strength for T-ball include focused throwing drills, utilizing very […]
How Long T-Ball Practices Should Last
As a long-time youth baseball coach and former player, I’m often asked by parents how long t-ball practices should run. As with most things involving young children, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. However, there are some general guidelines coaches should follow to ensure practices are productive, engaging, and fun for […]
How To Motivate Your Child in Baseball Without Pressure
As a dad who grew up playing baseball and now coaches little league, I’ve learned a lot about how to encourage kids to do their best without putting too much pressure on them. Playing sports should be fun, especially at young ages, so we want to motivate kids in […]
How To Help Your Child Overcome Their Fear of the Baseball
As a parent, it’s natural to want your child to enjoy playing baseball as much as you do. However, some kids develop a fear of the sport that holds them back from participating. With patience and the right approach, you can help your child overcome anxieties and learn to love […]