The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast

In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our experiences in coaching in a big game.  We answer the question, "What is a "big" game?"  We also talk about how to manage your team when facing that big game.

Coach Joe and I also talk about the recent NCAA Baseball Regionals which saw some great games and finishes.

Coach Joe gives an experience he had in coaching in a big game and how managed to keep his team focused.

We both discuss certain instances where we personally coached in big games and how we learned from our own mistakes.

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In this episode of The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast, Coach Joe and I discuss an approach to hitting for youth baseball coaches and parents.  We discuss the idea of intent in the youth baseball players' swing as well as knowing the hitters and pitchers counts.

We also give our take on the upcoming NCAA Baseball Tournament.

Coach Joe discusses a great drill to use in batting practice that the youth hitter will be able to transfer into the game.

Coach Joe and I also discuss a 2-strike approach and the different philosophies behind it.

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss strategy help for new youth baseball coaches!  We go over certain decision making that coaches make in a given baseball game including signs, base coaching, as well as hitter's and pitcher's counts.

We also discuss our thoughts on whether or not there should be a designated hitter in the National League.

Coach Joe and I also talk about the idea of looking ahead 2 or 3 pitches and making decisions based on that.

We discuss letting youth players develop and grow.

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about the long-term benefits of playing youth sports, specifically youth baseball.  Coach Joe explains specific characteristics of youth athletes.  We also discuss a couple of reasons why your child should play youth baseball.

Coach Joe brings up points using the website www.truesport.org.

Coach Joe and I talk about our #1 experience playing youth baseball.

We also discuss why parents should challege their children to compete in an activity outside of the house.

A John Wooden quote is also discussed.  Coach Wooden has had an impact in both of our lives as youth sports coaches.

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In this episde of The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast, Coach Joe and I discuss how communication of fielders is important for a team's success.  We discuss communication between infielders and outfielders in regard to relays, fly balls, etc.  We also talk about middle infielders communication involving the shortstop and 2nd baseman.

We discuss a drill that improve communication on the field between outfielders and infielders.

Coach Joe and I also talk about being observant when watching MLB games and their players.

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This episode is loaded with tips and information about coaching small ball!!  In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about stealing bases as well as bunting for hits and sacrficing yourself for the team.

We also talk about Nelson Cruz and the current hot streak he is on for the Seattle Mariners.  Coach Joe knows Nelly from Coach Joe's dad's time with the Texas Rangers.

Coach Joe gives his perspective on stealing bases and what he learned at the collegiate level.

I also discuss my experiences on stealing bases while coaching select baseball, specifically at the younger levels.

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about the long toss process and what it takes to have a good long toss session as well experience the benefits of it.

We give tips and instruction on certain aspects such as the crow hop and the "pull-down phase."

Coach Joe and I also discuss a recent incident in Major League Baseball involving Oakland Athletics 3rd baseman Brett Lawrie in which he had a hard slide into 2nd base and injured Kansas City Royals shortsop Alcides Escobar.

In our Hint & Run segment, I give insight on shoulder and elbow exercises using elastic tubing and lightweight dumbbells.  Coach Joe talks about using weighted baseballs as well.

I also talk about my experiences using long toss before and after a pitching outing in college.

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss ways to overcome a hitting slump.  We talk about a "plan of attack" when you are at home plate in the batter's box.  We also give you some focal points to think about as you are in the batter's box.

Coach Joe and I also talk about our worst slumps as players and how we overcame them.

Coach Joe shares his perspective of getting out of a slump having been a former college outfielder.

We also talk about the opposite of a hitting slump and when the hitter is on a "tear."

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I dicuss a much talked about subject in youth baseball: pitch counts for youth baseball pitchers.

We discuss the organization, PitchSmart.org, which is a series of practical, age-approriate guidelines to help parents, players, and coaches avoid overuse injuries and foster healthy careers for youth pitchers.

Included in these guidelines are the maximum pitch limits for each age group as well as how many days rest a pitcher should get after those pitches.

Coach Joe and I also talk about the San Diego Padres picking up Craig Kimbrel as they anticipate a chance to contend this season.

We also talk about our perspective on building a good foundation for the youth pitcher to prepare himself to have a long, healthy career as a youth baseball player.

I talk about an experience I had with one of my 9u level pitchers and how I handled him in a certain game that he pitched.

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In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our perspectives on arguing with umpires.  We share stories of our experiences arguing with an umpire.

Coach Joe and I also discuss the new rule changes in Major League Baseball designed to speed up the game.  We share whether we agree or disagree with the changes.

I talk about a Hall of Fame manager for the Atlanta Braves that has the all-time record for ejections from a baseball game.

I also share an experience with an umpire in which I almost (very almost) got a ejected from the game.

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