It's all about Training, and that's what we're doing with your kids, training/ preparing them to advance as good players and people. In this interesting article, a coach puts it down in black & white, about the deeper playings of this game...The parts that involve the players, their parents, and the coaches...The mixture can be explosive at times, but it doesn't have to be...

I know our kids are just 13yr. Old, but their growing everyday, and believe me they can handle the bits and pieces of all this better than you think...But can YOU?

Parent Sydrome BASEBALL

I came across this story and I want you to read it... And while you still have some time yet, you'll be here one day soon, before you know it. This is why we keep telling you to work hard, and don't develop bad habits & attitudes...Please print this out, read and keep this...   

You Just Never Know

Proper preparation is important. Here, Coach Matthews warms up our pitchers, so as to avoid injury. Also, he talks about what should be on the mind of the Pitcher. *Remember, "Good pitching controls the game."

*Print-out, read, and start slowly working these exercizes and thought-processes into your routine.

Titans Pitching Warm-Ups

Here, Coach Matthews goes over the Pitcher throwing over on runners on base, interactions with the catcher, and being savvy and poised while on the mound.

It would be a good idea to familiarize yourself with all this, as it will be discussed during our workouts. Do your part by reviewing this information and asking us any questions you might have about it. It's all part of getting ready...Study well.

Pitchers & Catchers

Attention ALL Titans:
*(Parents, please print this out for your your Titan)

Came across a few things about the playing of this game that have always been important. They were important when I played, and they remain important now. I want you all to print this out, read it, and go over it with your parents. These things make good players and good teams, no matter what game you play. We'll have a great time next season (if besides working hard in school and being respectful of your parents/adults), you can keep these things in mind...Check these points from time to time, they will ALWAYS be true, and they will ALWAYS help to make you a better ball player.
         
Remember: "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard"

-Coach Marion, TITANS

Titans To Do List

THE PITCH COUNT AND HITTING
The pitch count should have a direct impact on each swing you take at the plate. Certain pitch counts favor the hitter and certain ones favor the pitcher. Just as the smart pitcher takes advantage of the times he is "ahead in the count," the smart hitter understands when he has the advantage. In these situations, the hitter must capitalize. Or, at least, give it his best.

The Pitch Count and Hitting