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How to Run a High-Energy Infield Practice

Last week I watched a coach run infield for 45 minutes and the kids looked dead by minute 30. They were going through the motions—shuffle step, field the ball, throw it back. Shuffle step, field, t...

2026-05-27

practice planning

Youth Baseball Practice Plan Template That Saves Coaches 5 Hours a Week

Steal this proven 75-minute practice template. Plan in five minutes, run high-rep stations, and never stand around again.

2026-05-21

practice planning

The Perfect 10-Minute Warmup Routine for Youth Baseball Teams

A repeatable, ten-minute warmup that prevents sore arms, sharpens focus, and gets your team ready to compete from the first pitch.

2026-05-12

The Weekly Show

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A new episode every Monday — Coach Mike covers one coaching topic in depth, from the dugout perspective.

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Managing Playing Time Without Losing Parents 8 min · 2026-07-06

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Teaching Pitch Sequencing to Young Pitchers 9 min · 2026-07-05

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Teaching the Swing to 7-8U Without Overcomplicating It 9 min · 2026-06-15

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The Pre-Game Routine That Settles a Nervous Team 9 min · 2026-06-08

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Coach Miguel — Episodio 2 9 min · 2026-07-09

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First-and-Third Situations for 10U Coaches 9 min · 2026-06-06

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Coach Miguel — Episodio 1 9 min · 2026-07-09

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