Coaching Youth Baseball DVD (Ages 9-12)

In Coaching Youth Baseball: Ages 9 to 12 , Coach Scott Bradley presents over 40 youth baseball drills developed specifically for 9- to 12-year-old players learning how to play baseball.

Features

• Covers Throwing, Catching, Fielding, Hitting, Baserunning and more
• Perfect for Teams and Leagues
• Meets Little League coaching clinic participation requirement
• Provides consistent training for all parents, coaches and volunteers

About the coach:

Scott Bradley spent nine seasons as a catcher in the major leagues with the Yankees, White Sox, Mariners and Reds. Scott became the head coach of the Princeton University baseball team in 1997. Nine of his former players played professional baseball in the 2008 season.

>DVD Table of Contents

Pre-Season
Getting Started
Meet Coach Scott Bradley
Meet Coach Jeremy Meccage

Topic 1: Throwing & Catching
Introduction to Throwing and Catching
Basic Throwing Mechanics
How To Grip A Baseball
Basic Catching Drill
Playing A Game Of Catch
Hit The Hat Drill

Topic 2: Fielding
Introduction to Fielding
Routine Ground Balls
Side-To-Side Drill
Ground Ball Drill
Crow Hop and Throw
Wall Ball
Fly Ball Drill
Tennis Racket Drill
Pass Pattern Drill

Topic 3: Hitting
Introduction to Hitting
Swing Mechanics
Pepper Drill
Walk-Up Tee Drill
Front-Toss Drill
Medicine Ball Drill
Soft-Toss Drill

Topic 4: Baserunning
Introduction to Baserunning
Running Through First Base
Angle Towards Second Base
Jumps Off First (No Leads)
Leading Off
Run-Down Drill

Topic 5: Pitching
Introduction to Pitching
The L Drill
Balance and Rhythm Drill
Stride Line Drill
Chair Drill
Towel Drill
Reverse Mound Drill
Wall Drill

Coaching Tips and Advice
Prepare For Practice
Sportsmanship From Dugout
Don't Over Coach
Ending Practices
Hydration
Don't Punish Players
Homework
Don't Embarrass Players
Dealing With Parents
Dealing With Umpires