
5 Ways to Build Your Team for the Next Level
I write a lot of my blogs hoping young players will read them. The reality is many won’t. So, parents, this one is for you.

Impact Access: Helping Village Rising CommUnity Build a Sustainable Path from Purpose to Impact
Recently, community leader Jason Burke Allen connected me with Wayne Glapion and his son, Jelani Glapion, founders of Village Rising CommUnity. Jason understands the work

Why Fall is the Season for Building Intelligent Hitters
August, September and October represent an important phase in how I develop hitters. I call it the Assessment Phase. Fall baseball should not simply be

Why Fall Ball is for Development, Not Pressure
September brings cooler weather, the beginning of fall and another season of baseball. For young players, fall ball should be one of the best opportunities

6 Things That Can Keep You From Reaching Your Goals
Most people have goals. Fewer people are willing to become the person their goals require. Whether the goal is playing professional baseball, graduating from college, building a

The Coach of the Future: What Coaching Must Become by 2036
I am 50 years old, and when I think about the next 10 years, I don’t just think about where sports are going. I think

‘Buy Now’ vs. ‘By Now’ – Baseball Parents, It’s Time to Ask Better Questions
Youth baseball has become very good at asking parents to “Buy Now.” Buy the team fee. Buy the lessons. Buy the tournament package. Buy the

The Fix for Six: Understanding the Overused Words Holding Black Boys Back
Words matter. They provide direction. They help us understand where we are, whether we are improving and what needs to happen next. Words can move

How to Make August the Best Month of Your Year
Most people begin a new year in January. My development year begins in August. August, September and October are not about performance. They are about