This 9 video series covers the major components of an outfielder's responsibilities including the pre-pitch setup, fielding the ball in the air or on the ground, and sending the ball back to the infield as efficiently as possible.
Beyond knowing the surface you're playing on, you need to keep your mechanics in check while fielding a ground ball. David Newhan talks about the mechanics of a hard ground ball versus a slow ground ball.
The other factor in effectively fielding a fly ball is your glove work. Solid footwork and smart glove work will allow you to return the ball to the infield as quickly as possible.
As an outfielder, your responsibility is to know where you're throwing before you even get the ball. Learn what else you need to know about getting the ball to the cut off man.
USD Head Baseball Coach Rich Hill and former MLB Player David Newhan lead this 10 part series on how to become a successful infielder. Master the proper pre-pitch setup, the mechanics and footwork of fielding a ball, how to turn a double play and how to be effective in a cutoff play.
Good forehand action includes many of the same elements of a backhand play, but offers more vision to the infielder. Learn what separates the pros in their ability to field the forehand play.
A good infielder will find a way to get the ball as quickly as possible. Coach Newhan describes the movements and characteristics a player must possess in order to be effective.
Each video in this series addresses one of 7 micromovements that contribute to a good swing from the beginning stance to body positioning at the finish.
In this 3-part series, Long Beach State Head Coach Troy Buckley details the mechanics and flow of a pitcher's flat ground routine. This routine, coupled with the long toss routine make up a good foundation for a pitcher's throwing program.
Coach Buckley covers the last component of the flat ground routine: coordinating the lines you create, the direction your momentum is headed, and the leverage you build with backside involvement and good closure.
In this 4-part series, Long Beach State Head Coach Troy Buckley covers the dynamics of a strong catcher including stance, receiving, blocking and arm mechanics.
A catcher who blocks well with a broad range can positively impact the game. Coach Buckley describes the characteristics and benefits of good blocking.