Youth Baseball Talk

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Coaches all across the country are working on scheduling games, tournaments and hopefully and more importantly, practices. Tune in this week as Jim makes his case as he challenges coaches everywhere to schedule in some “unorganized practices”. You may just be surprised how much fun you bring back and... The post Coaches Challenge! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, With the new USA bat standards taking full affect people everywhere are confused. Questions from why to where can I swing my old bat have cluttered the discussion about youth baseball for weeks now. I give you my two cents on the new bats and the why. Plus, Kirk... The post Why is this so hard? appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim has returned for the 2018 ABCA in Indy and welcomes’ in his good friend Kirk McNabb to talk about the things they took away from this year’s show. Whether you are into new technology, old school coaching or just getting better the ABCA is a must attend for... The post Thoughts from the 2018 ABCA appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, On this week’s show, Jim is motivated by a tweet from Trent Mongero so much that he has to ask everyone, “What are you working on?”. Chances are you are hitting, throwing, fielding and working out this offseason. We have to ask though if you are really doing everything you... The post What are you working on? appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim has returned from the ABCA and has so much new info to share that we don’t know where to begin! Happy to have Dirk Dembroski from “Precision Impact” on todays show as we look at the different approaches for training young athletes and how we go about finding... The post Precision Impact appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, As we say goodbye to 2017 we look to get better in 2018 across the board. With the ABCA coming up we will look to pass on all the wonderful things coming for baseball in the new year. Challenge yourself and all those around you to find a way to make... The post Merry Christmas from Youth Baseball Talk! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim answers some questions from his “preparing for 2018” episode as we got a ton of response from listeners asking great questions. Youth baseball Talk, The Rope Trainer and Dirtbag baseball Nation are partnering on a giveaway contest for our listeners. Tune in and learn how you can receive your... The post It’s giveaway time! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes in Coach Sheets and Coach bart as we the ABCA is right around the corner. Tune in and learn more about the ABCA and what you can expect if you attend this years event. The ABCA has added Coach bart to take a more active role in youth... The post Welcome to the ABCA appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim offers up some advice for coaches, managers and team moms and dads everywhere as they begin preparation for 2018. Guys like Spiker and Ryan over at tournamentguy.com have done their best to make life easy on all of us. Make sure to give them a look! Plus, Kirk McNabb... The post Preparing for 2018 appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim takes a look at off season lessons and the place for more athleticism in that kind of training. There are no guarantees in life but adding athletic training to your offseason along with baseball training is always a good idea. Don’t be consumed with other players and what they... The post Lessons? appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim takes a few moments to talk about the baseball players offseason and what players do vs what they should be doing to get better. Just look at the “5-tool” players and ask yourself, “how do I get there?” Plus, Kirk McNabb of Dirtbag Sports Nation joins the show with... The post Athletes Play! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

  On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes in Kirk McNabb from Dirtbag Baseball Nation! Kirk has been helping kids, parents and coaches feel more comfortable accepting the mental side to all this baseball training and how to use it to our benefit. Helping parents understand at a young age just how hard this game is... The post Down and Dirty! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes in Lantz Wheeler from his “Baseball Think Tank”! Lantz tells our listeners about his core velocity belt and how it came about. We learned about the wonderful event that Lantz organizes “Pitch-A-Palooza”! Lantz has found himself entering the world of youth baseball so we get his thoughts on... The post Jim welcomes in Lantz Wheeler from his “Baseball Think Tank!” appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes in his old friend, Joe Mulinaro from the Ripken Baseball Experience, to let us know about some upcoming events at their wonderful facilities. Joe also shares some new things at Ripken for the teams interested in attending such as the things they can offer to hep teams fundraise... The post Jim welcomes Joe Mulinaro from the Ripken Baseball Experience appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

Don’t let sports ruin your relationship with your son or daughter. On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim is joined by Paul Reddick from paulreddickbaseball.com. Paul is a major influencer within the game of youth baseball everywhere and has shared much he has learned with parents, coaches, and players all over the country. Now Paul is releasing... The post Paul Reddick Joins the Show! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

There is no need to add pressure on this episode of Youth Baseball Talk! On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim is back in the studio with “Fish” to talk about striving for a positive relationship with your child in the game of baseball. While it may seem easy, many parents continually add more pressure... The post The Relationship You Should Have Through Baseball appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

Tom Pile joins Jim to talk about the “good ol’ days” on this episode of Youth Baseball Talk! On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, with Spiker Helms on assignment, Jim welcomes legendary Edwardsville High School baseball coach Tom Pile in to co-pilot the show. With a continued look at the big business of youth baseball,... The post The Good Ol’ Days! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

Jeremy Sheetinger and Tim Funkhouser are here to talk “ABCA Barnstormer Clinics” on this episode of Youth Baseball Talk! On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes Edwardsville Tigers head baseball coach, Tim Funkhouser, and ABCA Director, Jeremy Sheetinger, to discuss the ABCA’s latest “Barnstorming Clinic” coming to an area near you. Jim, Tim, and Jeremy tell... The post ABCA Barnstormers Clinic appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

The influence of parents is the focus on this episode of Youth Baseball Talk! On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes his good friend “Fish” in to discuss the role and influence parents have on their children when it comes to sports. As Jim and “Fish” will tell you, sports at any level is... The post The Parental Influence appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.

Justin Stone talks with Jim about the Perfect Game experience on this episode of Youth Baseball Talk!   On this episode of Youth Baseball Talk, Jim welcomes weekly contributor, Elite Baseball Training President, and creator of EliteBaseball.TV, Justin Stone. Justin joins Jim to give us his take on the role Perfect Game USA plays in Elite... The post Justin Stone Talks Perfect Game! appeared first on Youth Baseball Talk | YouthBaseballTalk.com.