MLB Base Running Rule: Runner's Rights on Line Drives to Third

QuestionI was hoping someone could shed some light on this scenario.   Base runner is at first base the batter hits a line drive to third base the ba

Pitching Development for 11-Year-Olds: Assessment & Coaching in Omaha, NE

QuestionHi!  My son is 11 and is throwing his fast ball at 56 mph.  Is that pretty good for his age?  Id like to get him hooked up with some

Fixing a Sidearm Throw: Drills & Guidance for Young Pitchers

QuestionMy daughter throws side arm or short arm. I cannot get her to throw over the top. Any recommended drills to cure this? AnswerHi Jim, does she thr

Home Run Rule: When Does an Out Occur?

QuestionA batter hits a ball that is clearly on its way to leaving the yard. The left fielder continues to track the ball and leaps to retrieve it before i

Identifying the Losing Pitcher in a Baseball Game: A Detailed Analysis

QuestionQUESTION: Who is the losing pitcher from this game?   Pitcher A pitches innings one and two, complete.  The oposing team scores 4 runs i

Foul Tip Rule in Baseball: Why is it an Out on Third Strike?

QuestionWhy is a foul tip into the catchers glove an out on the third strike but not the first two? If a player foul tips a ball and it flies straight up i

Baseball Dugout Rule Clarification: Player's Rights & Options

QuestionHigh School level - What happens if a player hits the dugout in the following two situations. I know from some prior situations that it is hard to

Rainouts & Game Results: Understanding Incomplete Games

QuestionQUESTION: The home team is wining in the seventh inning but losing in the sixth inning and has no time to complete the seventh inning because the g

Baseball Rules: Do Runs Count When a Batter is Out?

QuestionHere is the scenario. Runners on 2nd and 3rd with 2 outs.  Batter hits a line drive to the outfield and both runners come in.  The batte

Pitcher Training: Velocity, Flexibility & Endurance - Expert Advice

QuestionHey John my question is regarding training for pitchers. can you please tell me what kindof training or workouts I can do to gain velocity, flexebi

Force Out Error: MLB Rules & Player Liability

QuestionWith a runner at first, a ball is hit to the shortstop who fields it and throws to the second basemen covering the bag to get the runner.  Th

Developing Little League All-Stars: Coaching Strategies for Balanced Teams

QuestionI am a head coach of a small community all star team.  I have only eleven players.  We practice four days per week and play tournaments o

Baseball Throwing Distance for 9-Year-Olds: What to Expect

QuestionMy grandson wants to know the expected distance in feet for a 9 year old to be able to throw a baseball.  Weve been practicing and hes very cu

All-Star Rule: Re-entry Restrictions & Pitcher Clarification

QuestionMartin, The all-star rule that a player, who has been replaced by a substitute player, must re-enter the game in the same position, does that apply

Baseball Pitching Drill: How to Safely Avoid Getting Hit

Questionhey, this is deshaun. i love the game of baseball. i love playing and watching it. but when i step into the batters box, i get scared of getting hi

Little League Home Plate Play: Understanding the Rule & Runner Ejection

Question3rd base-runner in a pickle, running home.  3rd baseman has the ball running the runner toward home plate.  The catcher is straddling the

Coach Pitch Little League: Rules for Batter & Runners After Coach Injury

QuestionThere are players on 1st and 2nd, the coach pitches the ball to his player, the batter line drives the ball back to the coach and it hits him in th

Improve Outfield Accuracy & Arm Strength: Drills & Tips

QuestionDear Coach, I woul dlike to know how to improve on my accuracy when throwing to home plate or a cut off man. I can hit the guy but not at his ches

Baseball Rules Clarification: Forced Outs & Base Running

QuestionWe were playing baseball and we came across weird rule we need some clarification. Runner on first batter hits the ball batter goes to second and s

Fixing a Slump: Addressing Hand Drop in Baseball Swing

Questionmy 10 yr old son is getting very frustrated as we continue our all star tournament play this year.  he is known to be a good hitter but is in