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Expert: John Priest - 3/25/2011


Question
As a parent of a 13 year old, how is it best to survive the next 6 years of middle school, high school and tourney baseball as a parent in regard to Coaches.  I find some Coaches say one thing and do another.  As a parent, how much involvement should their be, and is their such a thing as "Coaches Talk"?  Should a parent be more concerned about Coaches actions, rather than what they say?

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Nancy,
Coaches should do as they say and say what they do.  A coach who contradicts himself is not an affective coach.  As your son gets older you may see yourself becoming less involved as he needs to take on more responsibility.  If you or your son is uncomfortable with a certain coach they you should find a new team or talk to someone who is above the coach like a league director.

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I can answer all questions regarding baseball fundementals from the little league to the professional level. I have the most knowledge in hitting mechanics and fundamentals and the development of power and batspeed. I can also answer all questions for catchers, pitchers, infielders, and outfielders. I also have experience coaching at the high school and AAU levels. Please no questions about rules and/or rule interpretation. English only please.

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I have played through college, and semi pro baseball. For the past 10 years I have been coaching and providing instruction for all age and ability levels. Numerous clients of mine have gone on to play in college and some are playing in the minor leagues. I have provided coaching and instruction for high schools, training facilities, and the Nokona Baseball Factory.

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Graduated 2009 Associates degree in Science

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