Improve Fielding & Find Wisconsin Baseball Showcases | Logan's Question

QuestionHi, Im Logan and i was wondering what can i do to improve my fielding mechanics i mostly play the middle infielder, hitting, and do U know of any s

Developing Pitching Speed and Control in 9-Year-Olds: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionMy son is 9, first year on 9-10 minors, he wants to pitch!!  He has wonderful control, but no speed.  How can we (father and I) help him,

Improving Your Batting Stance & Swing Mechanics

Questionalright with my batting stance i have my arms full extended but loose i stand far enough that i get to any corner of the plate with ease for inside

Little League Softball Helmets: Faceguard Requirements & Guidelines

QuestionDoes Little League International mandate the use of batting helmets with faceguards for all softball players if they participate in the Little Leag

Fixing Your Swing Dip: A Simple Home Practice Drill

QuestionQUESTION: im 6 ft and weigh about 180.i bat lefty and im a right handed catcher.i want to know a good way to practice at home(hitting).my problem i

Choosing the Best Wooden Baseball Bat for High School

QuestionHi Jack, My son is a freshman this year and will be playing for the high school in the spring. The school uses only wooden bats and I want to get h

Should I Let My 11-Year-Old Play on a Travel Team?

QuestionMy son is 11 years old and plans to play on a triple A travel team for 09. We made the decision to play him down because he had that option, but fe

Correcting Bat Contact: Hitting the Ball on the Barrel - Expert Advice

QuestionMy son is 14 and has developed a problem of hitting the ball on the upper handle or shaft of the bat instead of the big barrel. He stands plenty fa

Understanding Hitting Mechanics: The Point of Contact in Baseball

QuestionI am 14 years old and during my days in little league and so far i am in pony, hitting coaches teach squash the bug at the point of contact. Some c

Sacrifice Fly Rules: Run Scoring with Double Plays

QuestionIf there is are runners on 2nd and third with one out and batter hits fly ball tat gets caught for the second out. Guy from third tags up whereas g

Baseball Strategy: Playing for the Tie - Origin & Validity

QuestionIs it a baseball term to play for the tie at home and win on the road.  Or does this saying have its roots in another sport? AnswerHi Bob, s

Pitching Analysis: Leveraging Velocity for Success (Late-Career Pitcher)

QuestionHello, Im a lefty pitcher now in my late thirties. I started pitching at an early age and pitched until my sophmore high school year. I threw many

High School Baseball: Courtesy Runner Rules & Regulations

QuestionI coach my sons off-season high school baseball team.  During a game, a heavy set kid from the other team was walked by my pitcher, upon touch

Helping Your Child Navigate Quitting Baseball: A Parent's Guide

QuestionMy son told us that he doesnt want to sign up for baseball this year.  He is 9 and has been playing for four years.  He will not tell us

Cal Ripken Baseball vs. Little League: Rule Differences & Motivations

QuestionCan you tell me if there are differences between the rule Regulations that govern Cal Ripken vs Little League. I am wondering what would motivate a

Little League vs. Cal Ripken Baseball: Understanding the Shift

QuestionMy question is to why do you think a town program would switch from one to the other. In my experience it is usually do to some self serving reason

Effective Baseball Practice Drills for 11U Teams - Expert Recommendations

QuestionHi John, I coach an 11U baseball team in Michigan. I believe in being well prepared/organized for practices and am wondering if you can suggest an

No Hitter vs. Perfect Game: Understanding the Difference in Baseball

QuestionExcuse my English ignorance but Ive really gotten into baseball recently and have a question... What is the difference between a no hitter and a p

Baseball Pitcher Losing Accuracy: Causes and Solutions

QuestionMy 18 year old son has played baseball all his life.  He played 3 years of varsity for his high school team and is currently practicing for hi

When to Transition to Competitive Travel Baseball: Age & Readiness

QuestionWe have a child who is very skilled at baseball.  Been playing rec/all star level ball for two years. At what age should we consider moving hi