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<title>Baseball Drills - Improve Form and Accuracy With Tee Drills</title>
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<description><![CDATA[As players mature and reach a higher ability level, coaches often forget to incorporate tees into batting drills. However, tees can be highly effective tools if properly utilized. The following baseball drills were designed for skilled players who can use the tee to help improve their form and accuracy.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Practice - Guide to Running Efficient Practices</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:02:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When planning their season, coaches put a lot of thought into how each baseball practice session should go. There are often several goals to accomplish, and when working with young players, things tend to move slower than anticipated. In order for practice to be effective, coaches should focus on quality, not quantity.]]></description>
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<title>Kids Baseball - Coach the Fundamentals of Throwing and Catching</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:19:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When coaching kids' baseball, an important first step is identifying the mechanical elements of each skill and then using that knowledge to teach the fundamentals of the game. Most beginning players will not know the proper technique for gripping, throwing, and catching the ball. Establishing these skills early will ensure players feel more confident and have fun playing the game.]]></description>
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<title>Little League Baseball Drills - Replace Wind Sprints With Fun Baserunning Drills</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Baserunning is an essential fundamental in baseball that is often overlooked. Coaches focus on fielding, catching, and batting, but learning to run the bases effectively will also help win games and establish a solid foundation in the sport. These little league baseball drills will help players develop their baserunning skills and replace the need for wind sprints by increasing endurance and getting players warmed up for the rest of practice.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Pitching Drills - Improving Accuracy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:08:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some of the most important baseball pitching drills focus on accuracy and placing the ball where you want it to be. The following drills work athletes to continually improve their ability to get the ball where it's intended to go. Drills can be adjusted depending on the age and playing level of different teams and players.]]></description>
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<title>High School Baseball - Pre-Game Warm-Ups for Winning Fielders</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:48:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For high school baseball games, each side only has fifteen minutes on the field for the pre-game warm-up. Coaches should focus on keeping the routine quick and simple. These fielding warm-ups will effectively get players loose and focused on the game.]]></description>
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<title>Youth Baseball Drills - Developing Catchers' Skills</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:32:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Catching is one of the most important positions in baseball defense. However, it is often the least coached. Because there is more to being a catcher than being able to catch the ball, these youth baseball drills were designed to help catchers develop the skills they need to succeed.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Drills - Outfield Drills for Game Day Skills</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:03:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is more to developing outfield skills than just playing catch. Outfielders need baseball drills that will prepare them for conditions they will face on game day. The following outfield drills help players become comfortable with any situation they might encounter during a game.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Coaching - Developing a Philosophy</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:00:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The key to successful baseball coaching is developing a philosophy. A baseball philosophy should encompass your approach to the game, how you want your team to play, and how you want others to perceive your team. If you are able to effectively communicate your philosophy to your team, then everyone - coaches, players, and parents - will be able to work together towards the same goal.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Practice - How to Prepare for a Successful Season</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:20:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The key to successful baseball practice - and a successful season - is communication. Coaches, players, and parents should all be on the same page regarding the expectations and philosophy of the team. Some important issues that should be communicated at the beginning of the season are: ]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Tips - The Basics of Effective Sliding</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 10:58:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learning to slide is an important part of base running training. The following baseball tips break down the basics of sliding so that beginning players can practice the technique safely and effectively.]]></description>
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<title>Kids Baseball Drills - 3 Drills That Make Practice Fun</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:53:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When coaching kids baseball, it can be hard to keep beginning players interested in the game. These kids baseball drills will make sure kids both learn the skills they need and have fun at practice!]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Drills - Hitting Drills to Strengthen Players</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:54:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are some of your players struggling at the bat? These baseball drills will help strengthen any weakness in your hitters!]]></description>
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<title>How to Pick a Baseball Bat</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:25:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a baseball coach, it is important to know how to pick a baseball bat for your team.  Because the bat affects so many aspects of the game, having the right bat is essential.]]></description>
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<title>Mental Training For Baseball Hitters</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:13:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Be Prepared for the Good Pitches. The times a batter will have a perfect pitch thrown to them are few and far between. For this reason, a batter must be ready to aggressively go after a ball they believe is perfect for what hit they need and their personal hitting strengths. Aggression is essential in batting because players need to believe that they can successfully hit the ball they are being pitched.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Hitting Mechanics - Stride and Swing</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:03:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The stride and swing are two critical elements of good baseball hitting mechanics.  Stride length and swing rhythm are discussed.]]></description>
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<title>T-Ball Batting Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 08:27:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[T-ball batting drills teach players how to properly swing the bat and practice their hitting techniques. There are many fun t-ball batting drills that players will enjoy, and the key to all these drills is repetition.]]></description>
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<title>How To Coach T-Ball</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 08:27:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Coaching t-ball can be a rewarding experience, yet it can also be a challenge. Organization is the key, so try to have a game plan for everything, yet be prepared to make any necessary adjustments that may arise. Knowing how to coach t-ball is half the battle.]]></description>
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<title>Fun T-Ball Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 08:26:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[T-ball is a wonderful way for young children to play and learn about the sport of baseball. Having fun is the most important aspect of t-ball, and there are many fun t-ball drills that will keep children entertained while teaching them the fundamentals of the game.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Catcher Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In baseball, the catcher requires a separate skill set that can be improved by running a series of baseball catcher drills at your next practice.  This article includes three catcher drills that teach catchers how to block errant pitches, reduce their flinching at oncoming pitches, and work on their long haul throws towards potentially stolen bases.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Coaching Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:21:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While coaching baseball can be a difficult task, follow these simple baseball coaching tips for a smooth season and practices that end with a smile on every players' face.  The tips cover everything from coming up with a practice routine that keeps players interested, some suggestions for fun warm-up exercises, and ways to build team spirit.]]></description>
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<title>Free Baseball Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:46:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article details a number of fun and exciting free baseball drills that aim to improve your team's throwing and catching skills.  The first drill has players throwing long, the second has them throwing fast, and the final is a skill-building game that improves fielder's concentration when tagging a runner between first and second.]]></description>
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<title>Free Youth Baseball Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:36:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The following short article features three free youth baseball drills that focus on holding players' attention while building their defensive skills.  The first has players catching pop flys while the next two drills will improve their co-ordination when it comes to the unpredictable grounder ball.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Hitting Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:33:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you're looking for some fresh, new baseball hitting drills for your next practice or pre-game warm-up, you've come to the right place!  This article details two drills and one muscle-memory building exercise that show players how the hit line drives and build arm strength by using one arm when batting.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Tryout Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:12:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Constructing a great baseball team begins with a strong set of baseball tryout drills that showcase the prospects' abilities at bat and on the field.  Try using these drills, which cover all the important parts of the game, at your next tryout to separate the skilled players from the weaker ones.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball Drills for Youth Teams</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 08:50:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The biggest challenge most youth baseball coaches face is finding fun and effective baseball drills. Learn a veteran coaches top handful of go-to baseball drills.]]></description>
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<title>Sports Nutrition: Water - Hydration - &amp; Athletic Performance</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2007 15:36:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Water is critical to athletic performance.  It is important that coaches and athletes are educated about how much water is required for peak performance.  ]]></description>
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<title>Sports Nutrition &amp; Health - 5 Foods All Athletes Should Eat</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2006 14:26:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sports nutrition advice from a top baseball coach.  Kenny shares his 5 must-eat foods for peak athletic performance.]]></description>
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<title>Baseball College Recruiting: 10 Facts Baseball Players, Coaches, and Parents Need to Know</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 15:00:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Although many of the colleges want you to believe you have to be the top of the top for baseball college recruiting, that isn't always so.  10 Facts Baseball Players, Coaches, and Parents Need to Know.]]></description>
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