All fields have to be maintained. A lot of players think that it just happens and don't understand the things that have to be done to keep the field playable. By teaching and having them perform some field maintenance they will have more respect for the facilities and lessen the impact of damage during play. And a lot of school ball settings require them to do field work.

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This week's Lineup

• Warmup Segment
• Listener Question: Are 2 different pro leagues good or bad? (@8:30)
• How to win the right way (@14:02)
• Make use of limited practice time (@20:39)
• Create environment where it's save to make a mistake (@29:24)

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There are many different ways to be ready to play a defensive position. We have to teach our players how to move to ready so they are not stationary. A lot of players, especially younger players do not understand this concept.

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This week's Lineup

• Warmup Segment
• Listener Question: Unusual situation with player handling the pressure of playing for dad coach(@8:20)
• Recruiting Questions (@16:05)
• Kickoff to the college season (@21:47)
• Learning by watching (@28:13)

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Where does working on pickoff and trick plays fit into practice? Coaches need to evaluate the skill level of their players and make a determination how much time they should devote to these type of drills.

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This week's lineup

• Warmup Segment
• Listener Question: What is most important in college recruiting?(@12:04)
• School ball team has no pitchers, advice on forcing a player to be a pitcher. (@21:08)
• General hitting advice (@30:00)
• Coaching check list (@40:45)

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Coaches need to always be working on improving themselves. Clinics are are great way to meet other coaches and share knowledge.

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This week's lineup:

• Warmup Segment
• Listener Question: Do any women's sports actually make any money for their school? (@14:50)
• Correlation between team rankings and player recognition (@23:09)
• Feedback from listeners on the issue of not enough pitchers (@31:24)
• Know the rules if you are going to argue (@53:43)

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How a coach is going to use stats in making game decisions is unique for each coach. But how important they are and the impact on decision making must be communicated to your players. Otherwise discontent and questioning will occur. 

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This week's Lineup

• Warmup Segment
• Listener Question: Saw top 25 list, what do you think about the SEC dominating the list? (@11:42)
• Interview with Valerie Alston, mental coach, speaker, author and podcaster (@19:29)
• Pitch calling guidance (@49:07)

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