Full Description
This book is aimed at baseball coaches at all levels. It is a comprehensive guide to building and maintaining a successful baseball programme. From setting team goals and planning effective practices to player development and game strategy, this guide covers the many variables, both on and off the field. Its content examines all aspects of coaching, from the physical to the psychological, and includes dozens of drills and practice plans.
Contents
Part I. Coaching Foundation; Chapter 1. Developing a Baseball Coaching Philosophy; Chapter 2. Communicating Your Approach; Chapter 3. Motivating Players; Chapter 4. Building a Baseball Program; Part II. Coaching Plans; Chapter 5. Planning for the Season; Chapter 6. Organizing Practices; Part III. Coaching Offence; Chapter 7. Teaching Hitting; Chapter 8. Teaching Baserunning; Chapter 9. Teaching Offensive Strategies; Part IV. Coaching Defence; Chapter 10. Teaching Fielding; Chapter 11. Teaching Pitching; Chapter 12. Teaching Defensive Strategies; Part V. Coaching Games; Chapter 13. Preparing for Games; Chapter 14. Handling Game Situations; Part VI. Coaching Evaluation; Chapter 15. Evaluating Your Team; Chapter 16. Evaluating Your Program.
