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Showing posts with label Major League Baseball consists of 30 teams split between the American and National Leagues. The American League consists of the following teams: Baltimore Orioles; Boston Red Sox;. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Major League Baseball consists of 30 teams split between the American and National Leagues. The American League consists of the following teams: Baltimore Orioles; Boston Red Sox;. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Big 12 Network Update Featuring: Texas vs Texas Tech Baseball Highlights and Fourteen Ways To Turn A .300 Hitter Into A .210 Hitter

Texas beats Texas Tech 7-5. [Video below]

Presented On US Sports Net By CoachTube Baseball!


Fourteen Ways To Turn A .300 Hitter Into A .210 Hitter


Here are a few tips that can help pitchers throw more strikes in those big games:
Utilize records, data and video from previous games to better understand the hitters you will be up against and learn how best to pitch to certain batters. For instance, if the hitter likes to extend on the ball, it makes sense to pitch to him inside. Similarly, if a hitter has trouble with a fastball, the pitcher may want to rely on this basic pitch.
Diversify your pitches. Pitchers can benefit from mastering four or five pitches. While this is not a physically easy task, having a variety of pitches can keep batters guessing and consequently off balance.
Throw more strikes. Throwing strikes is very important. In addition, focusing on throwing strikes can help to remove mental clutter from the pitcher’s mind and can help to simplify the task at hand for many pitchers.
Stay ahead of the hitter. At the major league level, staying ahead of the hitter can actually turn at .300 hitter into a .210 hitter as found by the sports statistical researchers at Carlton Chin. This ninety-point swing can be a huge advantage for the hurler. Pitchers need to have an appreciation of this simple mathematical fact.
Build relationships. Pitchers need to have a good working relationship with their pitching coach, their head coach and their catcher.
Develop a positive self-talk. A Pitcher needs to know what kind of self-talk allows them to “enter the zone” on the mound. It is all about how you communicate and drive yourself when it comes to getting positive outcomes.
Clear your mind. Some pitchers benefit from knowing how to empty their minds of all distractions before each and every pitch. This empty mind helps them to allow their athleticism and years of training to take over when they are on the pitching mound.
Visualize your target. Some pitchers think in terms of hitting the catcher’s mitt. Others try to hit portions of the plate. Pitchers need to choose a target that gives them the right amount of focus, without creating too much anxiety for them. The right target can very from pitcher to pitcher.
Disrupt the hitter’s timing. While location of pitches is very important, pitchers need to remember that good pitching is also about disrupting the hitter’s timing. Varying speeds can be a very useful skill for baseball hurlers.
Limit self-inflicted pressure. Some pitchers put too much pressure on themselves by forgetting that they have teammates on the field that can help them win games. A ground out or fly out is as good as strikeout much of the time in baseball.
Focus on one thing. Some baseball hurlers do well by focusing on a simple part of their mechanics. For example, a pitcher might focus on the follow through or their leg maneuvers. Another pitcher might repeat a short phrase to himself like “easy does it.” Find what works for you to simplify your pitch.
Develop a pre-pitch routine. Having a consistent pre-pitch routing helps many pitchers to perform well.
Find your pitching habit. Knowing the pace that you like to pitch at is also important. Some pitchers like to work rapidly. Others need more time between each pitch. Pitchers who are struggling may want to adjust their pace of pitching accordingly. Experiment with less time or more time and see what works best.
Focus your mind with mental training exercises. Pitchers can benefit from mental toughness training to show them how to be relaxed, confident, focused and resilient when the pressure is on. Hypnosis, visualization and meditation can help pitchers to maintain the right mindset in the dugout, in the bullpen and on the mound.
Jay P. Granat, Ph.D. is a psychotherapist, author and founder of www.StayInTheZone.com
Learn more about how you can start pitch in the zone in Dr. Granat’s full course on CoachTube: How To Throw More Strikes With Sport Psychology & Self-Hypnosis

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Kyle Gordon Baseball Recruiting Video - Class of 2019 and Fourteen Ways To Turn A .300 Hitter Into A .210 Hitter

Kyle Gordon 2019 Baseball Recruiting Video Email: kgordonxhs@gmail.com PBR Ranked Shortstop PBR/Firecracker Showcase named "Best Arm on the Infield" 2016 Golden Bat (Summer) 2017 MVP (Summer) 2017 Best Hitter Award (Spring) 2017 Bill Zitelli Award (Summer) Exit Velo 88 MPH (PBR Sept, 2017) INF velo 83 MPH (Baseball America/top 96/ Aug, 2017) kgordonxhs@gmail.com Coach/Scout references upon request


Fourteen Ways To Turn A .300 Hitter Into A .210 Hitter


Here are a few tips that can help pitchers throw more strikes in those big games:
Utilize records, data and video from previous games to better understand the hitters you will be up against and learn how best to pitch to certain batters. For instance, if the hitter likes to extend on the ball, it makes sense to pitch to him inside. Similarly, if a hitter has trouble with a fastball, the pitcher may want to rely on this basic pitch.
Diversify your pitches. Pitchers can benefit from mastering four or five pitches. While this is not a physically easy task, having a variety of pitches can keep batters guessing and consequently off balance.
Throw more strikes. Throwing strikes is very important. In addition, focusing on throwing strikes can help to remove mental clutter from the pitcher’s mind and can help to simplify the task at hand for many pitchers.
Stay ahead of the hitter. At the major league level, staying ahead of the hitter can actually turn at .300 hitter into a .210 hitter as found by the sports statistical researchers at Carlton Chin. This ninety-point swing can be a huge advantage for the hurler. Pitchers need to have an appreciation of this simple mathematical fact.
Build relationships. Pitchers need to have a good working relationship with their pitching coach, their head coach and their catcher.
Develop a positive self-talk. A Pitcher needs to know what kind of self-talk allows them to “enter the zone” on the mound. It is all about how you communicate and drive yourself when it comes to getting positive outcomes.
Clear your mind. Some pitchers benefit from knowing how to empty their minds of all distractions before each and every pitch. This empty mind helps them to allow their athleticism and years of training to take over when they are on the pitching mound.
Visualize your target. Some pitchers think in terms of hitting the catcher’s mitt. Others try to hit portions of the plate. Pitchers need to choose a target that gives them the right amount of focus, without creating too much anxiety for them. The right target can very from pitcher to pitcher.
Disrupt the hitter’s timing. While location of pitches is very important, pitchers need to remember that good pitching is also about disrupting the hitter’s timing. Varying speeds can be a very useful skill for baseball hurlers.
Limit self-inflicted pressure. Some pitchers put too much pressure on themselves by forgetting that they have teammates on the field that can help them win games. A ground out or fly out is as good as strikeout much of the time in baseball.
Focus on one thing. Some baseball hurlers do well by focusing on a simple part of their mechanics. For example, a pitcher might focus on the follow through or their leg maneuvers. Another pitcher might repeat a short phrase to himself like “easy does it.” Find what works for you to simplify your pitch.
Develop a pre-pitch routine. Having a consistent pre-pitch routing helps many pitchers to perform well.
Find your pitching habit. Knowing the pace that you like to pitch at is also important. Some pitchers like to work rapidly. Others need more time between each pitch. Pitchers who are struggling may want to adjust their pace of pitching accordingly. Experiment with less time or more time and see what works best.
Focus your mind with mental training exercises. Pitchers can benefit from mental toughness training to show them how to be relaxed, confident, focused and resilient when the pressure is on. Hypnosis, visualization and meditation can help pitchers to maintain the right mindset in the dugout, in the bullpen and on the mound.
Jay P. Granat, Ph.D. is a psychotherapist, author and founder of www.StayInTheZone.com
Learn more about how you can start pitch in the zone in Dr. Granat’s full course on CoachTube: How To Throw More Strikes With Sport Psychology & Self-Hypnosis

Monday, March 12, 2018

CoachTube Baseball Featuring: Jerry Weinstein's Quick Hands Drill for Baseball

[Video below]-Check out one of the most respected coaches in baseball, Jerry Weinstein's baseball skills and drills coaching course:  He covers the basic throwing, receiving, and fielding techniques and fundamentals in a great catcher play.



Want to improve your abilities as a catcher? These drills will have you seeing results in no time!

Catching Skills and Drills is a detailed overview of the basic throwing, receiving, and fielding techniques and fundamentals involved in developing great catcher play. This video coaching course is a fabulous resource for coaches, athletes and parents that is designed to help you at all competitive levels.



Jerry Weinstein Jerry Weinstein Field Manager of the Wareham Gateman. Former Colorado Rockies Catching Instructor
Jerry Weinstein is an American professional baseball coach. He works for the Colorado Rockies of Major League Baseball.

Weinstein began his coaching career at Sacramento City College. He led the school to 831 wins across 23 seasons, and led the team to theNational Junior College Athletic Association championship in 1998.

Weinstein managed the Gulf Coast Expos in 1993. He managed the Geneva Cubs in 1993 and Williamsport Cubs in 1994. After returning to Sacramento City College, he served as director of player development for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2000 and 2001 and then coached forCalifornia State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) from 2001 through 2005. He left Cal Poly to become the manager of theModesto Nuts in 2007 and managed them through 2011. The Rockies added Weinstein to their major league staff before the 2012 season.

After the 2013 season, the Rockies reassigned Weinstein, putting him in charge of player development in the minor leagues.

Monday, February 26, 2018

CoachTube Presents: Pitching Grips by Clay Buchholz

Clay Buchholz teaches all the different pitching grips in baseball. To see full course from the Red Sox go here: 
 

Boston Red Sox players David Ortiz, Clay Buchholz, Jackie Bradley Jr., Xander Bogaerts and Steven Wright show us how they raised their games to an All-Star level and how young players can improve aspects of their game. 



  NESN Clubhouse

Boston Red Sox players provide instructionals on NESN Clubhouse, NESN’s commercial-free pre-game show for kids, which airs live on Sundays, 90 minutes before the network’s traditional pregame coverage. The show -- which also features player interviews and segments on science, fitness and much more -- includes a studio audience comprised of Little League baseball players and girls softball teams from throughout New England. For more, visit http://nesn.com/nesn-clubhouse/

Monday, January 15, 2018

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