Catching is the most demanding position in diamond sports. As a catcher, it’s your responsibility to manage the pitchers, control the running game, communicate with the fielders, and be the coach’s main point of contact on the field. They have a unique role to play, and an even more unique mitt. This guide on how…
Let’s give pitchers their due: It’s a hard job. Not only is it difficult to simply stand on the mound and compete pitch after pitch, but the amount of work and practice it takes to consistently pump the zone with a variety of pitches is unbelievable. It’s a demanding position, so pitchers demand excellence from…
Third base is truly a wildcard position. It’s an infield spot, so the player has to be nimble and fast-reacting, but it also requires physical toughness and a very strong arm. Not everyone can play on the “hot corner,” just as not just any glove can be a third base glove. The position has some…
The outfield doesn’t often get the love it deserves. The truth is that, as players get older, the outfield often holds some of the best athletes with the best arms and the best decision-making skills on the team. And, these players have to be brave, willing to crash into a wall, another fielder, or dive…
Installing a backyard batting cage might be one of the best decisions you make for yourself or your young athletes. Having the ability to step out your door and start practicing your swing right away, any time you want, almost ensures that you’re ready on game day. But, a home batting cage might not be…
Whether you’re building your own backyard batting cage or you need to replace the net on your existing cage, you need to find the right net for your needs. One of the first things you’ll notice is the wide range of prices available, confusing shoppers and making decisions difficult. Why is there such a disparity…
If you have a serious baseball or softball player in your family or are a ballplayer yourself, you know the importance of hard work and practice. But it’s not always convenient to travel to the local facility or field, especially during the season or after hours. That’s all the more reason to install a home…
I’ll cut to the chase: We buy a lot of crap for our baseball and softball players. The hottest new bat. The glove for every position. Sliding mitts. Batting gloves.. The list goes on and on. And some of that gear might translate to better performance on the field, but it’s not a guarantee. What…
I get asked a lot about what bat drop means, or what the negative number on a bat symbolizes. In a short answer, it refers to the weight of the bat. But there’s a little more to the story than that. In this quick guide, we’ll go over bat drop, what it means, and how…
We love baseball. When we’re not at the field, practicing, visiting a minor league baseball team, or watching a Major League game, we’re usually watching a baseball movie. You’re probably the same way too, but with so many movies about baseball, you might feel lost when it comes to choosing one. We broke down the…