My name is Mark Hertz and I’m a former college baseball player and current coach of a youth baseball team. Over my many years in the game, I’ve seen hundreds of umpires call games at all levels. I’ve gained a deep understanding of the unique skills and knowledge youth umpires […]

As a long-time baseball player and youth coach, I’ve packed for more tournaments than I can count. I know how hectic it can be trying to remember everything you need, so I’ve put together this handy checklist to help you pack for your child’s next baseball tournament. The most important […]

Hey there parents and coaches! My name is Mark Hertz and in my many years involved with baseball as both a player and youth coach, I’ve gotten asked a lot of questions when it comes to those pint sized sluggers just starting out in t-ball. So let’s dive right in […]

Playing youth baseball can be a fun and rewarding experience for kids. However, with so many sports and activities competing for your child’s time these days, it can be challenging to find the right balance. As a long-time player and coach, I’ve seen how playing multiple sports can enrich a […]

As a long-time t-ball coach and former pro baseball player, parents often ask me – how long is a standard t-ball season? After 15 years of coaching 5-7 year olds just getting started in baseball, I’ve got a pretty good handle on what a typical t-ball schedule looks like. A […]

As a dad who grew up playing baseball and has now coached t-ball for my own kids over the past decade, I’ve learned a thing or two about how parents can best support their young athletes in those early years on the diamond. As a t-ball parent, your most important […]

As a parent, you want to set your daughter up for success when she starts playing softball. You may be wondering if signing her up for t-ball can help prepare her for making the transition to softball in the future. In short, yes – T-Ball can be an excellent way […]

I’ve been playing baseball since I was 5 years old and have been coaching youth teams for over 15 years. In my experience, baseball can be quite competitive even for 6-7 year olds, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to approach competition at this young age. At […]

As a long-time baseball player and coach for youth pitchers, I unfortunately see a lot of arm injuries. The most common arm injuries in young pitchers are elbow and shoulder overuse injuries like Little League elbow and shoulder tendinitis. These injuries stem from pitching too much, throwing improper mechanics, and […]