Teach third basemen these two things on bunt plays

Handling bunts is one of the tougher jobs that a third basemen has to handle. Some bunt plays involve more moving parts than others and third basemen have to know how to react to each one. Bunts when there is a runner on second base is a great example. In today’s video tip, Coach McCreary […]

Napoleon might have been a good pitcher

The quote above is said to originate from Napoleon Bonaparte. Although his 5’6″ height probably would not have generated a high ranking by Perfect Game, his mindset might have made up for it if he took the bump on game day. The message of the quote for military officers, business competitors, and athletes alike is […]

College and pro players don’t know this?

A couple years ago I conducted an informal survey of former professional players who now coach at the college or pro levels. I asked them one question and received back close to 100 responses. The questions was “what are two or three things that you can’t believe you have to teach your incoming players?” I […]

Hit like a cat, not a dog

I’m a dog lover. I had a cat once and he was great. I don’t hate cats, I just prefer dogs. When you come home, the dog rushes at you like it hasn’t seen you in 5 years. A cat is more patient and will often wait until you come to them. Sort of how […]

Bet your shortstops don’t know this relay!

Today’s video tip is a more advanced one for shortstops when balls are hit down into the left field corner and a relay throw to home plate is needed. If you liked this post, please share it with three people: one who will like it, one who needs to see it, and even someone who […]

A “high sky” and other sky conditions in baseball

What is a “high sky”? Take a quick look above at the photo gallery of different sky conditions. In the top row you have a darker blue sky with the sun present as well. In the middle is also a blue sky but with clouds present. The other is obviously a dark night-time sky. The […]

Four ways a shortstop can make their double play feeds quicker

As you get older, the game gets faster. If you cannot keep up with the pace of the game then you are going to have to find a new hobby. Today’s video tip is for shortstops who want to make their double plays feeds to second base quicker and more effective. Please LIKE, SHARE, and […]

Rip currents and baseball slumps

What are rip currents? If you have ever been to the beach then you probably noticed a sign like the one pictured as you approached the beach entrance.  The sign warns people of the presence and dangers of rip currents. ** Bear with me here.  I’ll get to the baseball connection in a little bit! […]

Dealing with holes on the pitcher’s mound

If you have ever pitched then I’m sure you have dealt with a poorly manicured mound. The annoying hole in front of the pitching rubber. The huge hole farther down the mound in the landing spot. It’s annoying but you better figure out what adjustments to make if you still want to have an effective […]

I’m back!

Hello Baseball By The Yard fans! Big news! I’m coming out of retirement! Posts (video and written) will be picking up again on Tuesday, August 3! As of now I plan on a new video to be posted every Tuesday and either a written or another video post every Friday!