Baserunning: Vault Steal
Baseball is a game of strategy, and one of the most exciting parts of the game is the art of stealing bases. While there are many...
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David Quattro
- Mar 16
Setting Up a Winning Practice Plan: Tips and Techniques for Coaches
As a coach, setting up a practice plan is crucial in ensuring your athletes are developing the necessary skills to perform at their best....
David Quattro
- Mar 11
Hitters Mindset - Overcoming the Fear of Being Hit
For many young baseball players, the fear of being hit by a pitched ball can be a major obstacle in their development as hitters. Often,...
David Quattro
- Mar 7
Hitters Mindset: Philosophy
To be a successful hitter, it's crucial to have the right mindset. No matter how well a player's mechanics are, if they're held back by...
David Quattro
- Mar 4
Hitters Mindset: Separation
Separation is a critical component of a powerful and efficient baseball swing. This term refers to the separation of the hips and...
David Quattro
- Feb 27
Fear of Failure: Overcoming the Negative Focus on Results
As a baseball player, hitting is one of the most important aspects of the game. However, every player experiences times when they...
David Quattro
- Feb 26
Hitters Mindset: Launch Position
The moment when the front heel lands during the swing is crucial, as it signifies the start of the transfer of energy from the lower body...
David Quattro
- Feb 25
Hitters Mindset: On-Deck Routine
When a hitter is in the on-deck circle, it's their final chance to prepare before stepping up to the plate. Hitters often have their own...
David Quattro
- Feb 22
Hitters Mindset: Tracking the Baseball from the Pitcher
As a hitter, one of the most important skills you can develop is the ability to track the baseball from the pitcher's hand all the way to...
David Quattro
- Feb 22
Baserunning: Leadoffs
Before taking the lead off, baseball players should always take signs from the third base coach while standing on the base. But what...
David Quattro
- Feb 19
Hitter Consistency Charts
Hitter Consistency Charts Exit velocity is a measure of how fast a baseball leaves a batter's bat after being hit. It is calculated by...
David Quattro
- Feb 11
Components of a Successful Offseason Hitting Program
It's time to start thinking about how to prepare for the upcoming season. One area of focus for hitters should be their offseason hitting...
David Quattro
- Feb 8
Program Philosophy
Our program philosophy places a significant emphasis on building a positive team culture, which we believe is essential to the success of...
David Quattro
- Feb 4
Delay Steal: Main Factors
A "delay steal" in baseball is a strategy where a baserunner waits for the catcher to throw the ball back to the pitcher before...
David Quattro
- Jan 28
Hitters Mindset: Stride
The stride phase of the baseball swing is a critical linear movement where the front foot steps towards the pitcher. This movement...
David Quattro
- Jan 25
Team Rules
A program's success depends on a strong foundation of team rules and values that all players must abide by. These rules are simple, yet...
David Quattro
- Jan 21
Hitters Mindset: Loading
When discussing the components of a baseball swing, it's important to focus on the critical process of removing slack "Loading". Just...
David Quattro
- Jan 18
Swing Absolutes: Back Leg
When it comes to hitting a baseball, the swing is everything. But did you know that the foundation of a great swing starts with your back...
David Quattro
- Jan 14
Hitters Mindset: Stance Absolutes
The baseball stance consists of several absolutes that are critical to achieving optimal performance at the plate. Let's examine each of...
David Quattro
- Jan 7
Hitters Mindset: Angled Batting Practice
Angle Batting Practice is a drill designed to improve the hitting skills of both entry-level and advanced players. It focuses on teaching...
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