In this series, USD Head Baseball Coach Rich Hill and former MLB player David Newhan break down the mental and physical aspects of an at-bat so that you can best prepare for any game time scenario.
Coach David Newhan explains two major factors that go into pitch recognition: getting into position slow, early and easy, and making the right observations to enhance your understanding of what pitch is coming next.
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.
There are a lot of moving parts to teaching youth athletes how to turn a double play. ABC Camp Instructor Bill Mosiello gives sound advice on how to teach (or perform) the 6-4-3 and 4-6-3 double plays.
Step by step, watch to see what it means to: field middle to glove side, follow your feed, move glove to hip, stay low, throw from where ball is fielded, and throw uphill and firm.
Turning a double play requires sound decision making and taking the play one step at a time. Learn best practices for what to do and what not to do when fielding the ball and attempting a double play.
Smart baserunning can make the difference between winning and losing a game. Coaches David Newhan and Rich Hill give detailed instruction to better your chances of getting on base and earning more runs for your team.
Former Major League player David Newhan talks about the importance of first step quickness after making contact with the ball and reaching full speed as quickly as possible.
USD Head Coach Rich Hill describes the essential mechanics of taking a lead off first base, including distance from the bag, alignment, and body mechanics.