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Resources Available to the Team
These resources are available to the team. Videos may be loaned out to players. Contact Coach Haver.

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Baseball the Ripken Way DVD - Hitting
Hitting The Ripken Way covers the importance of choosing a bat you can handle, proper grip, mechanics (stance, weight shift, stride, swing, follow through), balance, hitting behind runners (inside-out swing), letting the natural swing take over (not all players will hit the outside pitch to the opposite field) and bunting.
Baseball the Ripken Way DVD - Pitching
Pitching The Ripken Way covers fastball grips, the importance of observing before teaching, the importance of being able to throw fastballs for strikes, teaching mechanics from the wind-up and stretch, evaluating mechanics, off-speed and breaking pitch grips and mechanics, an analysis of how different types of pitches move, pickoffs and fielding the position.
Baseball the Ripken Way DVD - Defense
Playing Defense The Ripken Way covers individual and team fundamentals, including proper fielding technique, throwing after the catch, first base play, 5-4-3 double plays, 6-4-3 and 4-6-3 double plays, the underhand flip as used by infielders, pitchers covering first base, relays, rundowns and covering the base on a steal attempt.
Drills and Techniques for Catchers
Nationally known youth sports coach and video producer Marty Schupak in association with VideosForCoaches.com has produced one of the most extensive technique and drill orientated videos for youth baseball catchers. This video covers catching blocking techniques, agility drills, throwing techniques, set-up and positioning, snap throws, framing, equipment overview and fun games.
Catcher's Workout
Techniques and workout for catchers to help you gain your teammates' confidence through skill development and perfection of technique.
How to Hit & Run
How to Hit and Run helps you coach players to master the winning skills of offensive baseball. You'll learn the mechanics of a sound swing, bunting, smarter base running and sliding.
2008 Baseball Rules Book
Rules books which are published by the National Federation of State High School Associations contain the official rules for high school sports. These books are designed to explain all aspects of the game. They are used by coaches, officials, players and many fans who wish to know more about the rules of the game.
Also available for purchase here.
DVD: Baseball:
A Better Understanding of the Game

Learn more about pregame coaches/umpire conference, pitcher's responsibility on the mound, base-runner's responsibility, illegal pitch/balk rule step-by-step, coaches' do's and don'ts, detailed explanation of dead-ball catches, batter's responsibility, complete umpire signals, players' equipment, sliding and sportsmanship. This timeless DVD captures the most-asked questions in the game of high school baseball.
Video or DVD: Baseball Pitching by the Rules
The rules of pitching are explained in this 15-minute baseball production. Pitching regulations regarding the wind-up and set positions are covered in detail, as are pitching infractions, including balks. Viewers will finally be able to see what is legal and what is not. This video was sponsored by Wilson Sporting Goods Company.
Ripken-Kinect Training Bat
The only training bat of its kind
Custom made (32" and 29 oz)
Built for LIVE BATTING PRACTICE
Can be used for any hitting drill
Game-like ball flight
Shock Attack – Proprietary Vibration Dampening System
Made out of a high-quality aluminum alloy
Power Alley 360° Tee Signature Series
The Signature Series Power Alley 360 Tee is a heavy-duty tee that adjusts easily and securely to any position over the plate. Full 360-degree swiveling tee serves up inside, outside, low and high pitches and the patented swivel ball cup ensures the ball stays firmly atop the Tee.
Reaction Ball
Reaction Ball is perfect for improvement of hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Volley the Reaction Ball between two athletes, or rebound it against a wall. Upon landing, the ball will bounce in an unpredictable manner. Repeating these steps will improve your speed and coordination.
  • Six-sided high-bounce rubber design causes the ball to leap and pop randomly
  • For use on all hard surfaces and walls
  • Great training tool for all sports
  • Use solo against a wall or in a team setting
   softhandsinuse.jpg (124335 bytes) Soft Hands Foam Fielding Trainer. The best way to get to a Golden Glove is to start with a flat one. The Soft Hands foam fielding trainer dramatically improves fielding skills and the transition from glove to throwing hand.
  • Reinforces the use of two hands and the player getting his body in front of the ball
  • Fits either hand
  • Appropriate for all levels of play
Bushnell Speedster
The Bushnell Speedster Radar Gun is a handy, multi-functional speed gun. This Bushnell Radar Gun measures the speed of a baseball at 6-110 mph from over 75 feet away. Bushnell Speedster Radar Speed Gun also lets you keep statistics for baseball and softball.  This radar gun features highly legible 4-row LCD graphics display, trigger and 2-way button pad. 

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