Expert: John McInnis - 4/5/2004

Question
John,
I'm coaching Pee Wees (7-8) this spring.  Last spring I made my coaching debut with my son's Mites (6-7 coach pitch).  I never played baseball as a kid...some town softball only.  I have chosen two assistants that have solid experience and have a good manual (AlandAlbaseball.com).  I'm looking for some free online resources that will help me form a solid understanding of what and how to teach baseball at this level.  Any ideas?
Thanks,
Tyler Walton

Answer
Hi Tyler,

glad to see you back coaching - and with two assistants too!  Having good assistant coaches is a real blessing.

Here is a website that I think you'll really like. Each component of baseball is covered, followed by the mechanics and the corresponding drills/exercises.

Barton's Youth Baseball:
http://www.homestead.com/youthbaseball_e_zine/  

Next on my favourites list is "eTeamz".  I've been using "eTeamz" website for years.  Excellent site for defensive and offense strategy, drills and exercises.  A huge collection of tips and comments.

eTeamz baseball instruction:
http://www.eteamz.com/baseball/instruction/tips/

Best of luck and have a great season,

JohnMc