Improve Baseball Throwing Power & Technique for Infield

QuestionHi, right now im 15 about 58 and play third and second base. Now i have been training with weights frequently and stretching. i would like to know

Softball Interference: Runner vs. Third Baseman - Rules & Judgment

QuestionDuring softball tournament, ball was hit to out field and 3rd baseball did not get out of the running path of runner because he was looking at the

Mastering the Knuckleball: Tips for Movement and Control

Questionhello i am trying to master the art of the knuckle, because i can only throw about 75 mph in high school. i have been on a couple sites and have le

Teaching Curveballs to Young Baseball Players: Age & Development

QuestionShould I let my 11 year old son learn how to throw curve balls or should we wait until he is older?  Is it a requirement for Middle School bas

Understanding First Base Plays in Little League: A Coach's Guide

QuestionI am an assistant coach on my sons little league team and I saw a scary play this evening at first base that has me perplexed.  We play in a l

Baseball/Softball Rule Question: Runner Tagged Out?

QuestionOk, I recently played a softball game with the rules of baseball identical.  Im fairly certain the ump is wrong but need some back up.  H

Improving a 12-Year-Old's Shortstop Throwing Accuracy: Drills & Tips

QuestionQUESTION: John, My 12 yr. old son has been playing for 3 yrs. He has a very strong arm and has been successful pitching.  However, when playi

Baseball Umpires and Foul Balls: Why the Difference?

Questionwhy does an umpire discard a pitched ball that hits the dirt but not a batted ball that hits the dirt? AnswerFreddy, It is up to the umpire to de

Second Baseman Responsibilities: Runner on Second Base

QuestionWith a runner on second, does the second baseman hold the runner until the pitcher is in his windup and then hustle back to position? AnswerJay:

First Baseman Positioning: Optimal Strategy with No Outs & Runners

QuestionI was wondering if you could clarify where the first baseman should be playing when there is no outs,1, and 2 outs. I know if there is a runner on

Baseball Base Running Rules: Can You Pass Bases?

QuestionWhen you run to first base I know you can run,touch base and return to the first base if u happen to run past it because of your momentum. Can you

Correct Foot Placement When Running Bases: A Clarification

QuestionYou told people that you use the right foot on all bases while running.  Absolutely incorrect.  I suggest you do some research before giv

Understanding Base Running Strategies: Stealing & Pathing

QuestionRunners on first and third.  Runner on first starts to steal when pitcher goes into motion.  Catcher comes up and fakes a throw to second

Baseball & Softball Umpiring: Interference & Runner Rules Explained

QuestionI am an umpire for both baseball and softball. I have a question If their is a runner on 2nd and ground ball is hit to shortstop runner interefers

Reviewing Umpire Call Reversals: A Critical Case Study

QuestionI am President of the Royal Belgian Baseball & Softball Federation (www.frbbs.be). I would have an urgent question to submit regarding an extrem

What Word Do Umpires Actually Say for a Strike?

QuestionWhen the ump is calling a strike, I never heard the word strike. It sounds like arghh or onk or ... well I think you get my meaning. What word or w

MLB Balk Rule: Understanding Leg Lift and Freeze Situations

QuestionLeft handed pitcher, runner on first:  After the pitcher comes to a set position he lifts his right leg (non-pivot) straight up with knee and

Fixing Wrist Twist in Youth Baseball Pitching: Tips & Drills

QuestionMy 9 year old continues to break his throws with a twist of the wrist.  After a year of practicing the wrist snap from a kneeling position, th

Troubleshooting Catcher's Throws: A Guide for Coaches

QuestionDear Willie, My 15 year old catcher, Jake, has, within the last two weeks, struggled with his throws back to the mound. He has gone from making sna

College Baseball: A Late Bloomer's Journey to Team Tryouts

QuestionHello. My name is Chris and Im 19, 5 10 140lbs. I played in little league and made the all star team there but I stopped playing after I was about