Baseball Outfield
Book and chapters of Steven E. Michael's HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD: TECHNIQUES, TIPS AND DRILLS TO LEARN THE OUTFIELD POSITION
Running Correctly in the Outfield (OF Chapter 5)
In Chapter 5 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, players and coaches will learn about running dynamics such as knee lift, leg extension, and arm pump fundamentals.
The importance of running correctly to catch fly balls is also detailed for you.
Several drills to improve the players' running ability are also covered at length.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
The importance of running correctly to catch fly balls is also detailed for you.
Several drills to improve the players' running ability are also covered at length.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 5 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD by Steven E. Michael
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Fielding Fly Balls in the Outfield (OF Chapter 3)
In Chapter 3 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, all of the basics of catching fly balls are covered. Players will learn the proper glove position to stay balanced and make a good throw.
Coach Michael explains how to get behind the ball for better fielding and throwing position. And just like chapter 2, the all-important crow-hop is illustrated with numerous photos and instruction.
Each section provides specialized drills to improve a player's outfield skills.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Coach Michael explains how to get behind the ball for better fielding and throwing position. And just like chapter 2, the all-important crow-hop is illustrated with numerous photos and instruction.
Each section provides specialized drills to improve a player's outfield skills.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 3 of "How To Play Baseball Outfield" by Steven E. Michael
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Fielding Outfield Ground Balls (OF Chapter 2)
Basic fielding techniques and drills are described in Chapter 2 of How To Play Baseball Outfield. Players and coaches will learn how to correctly use footwork, glove position, and the three ways to field outfield ground balls.
The all-important crow-hop is also illustrated in great detail. Most throwing errors are caused by the player being off-balance, and a correct crow-hop will reduce these bad throws. Also, how to spot incorrect methods of fielding is explained for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
The all-important crow-hop is also illustrated in great detail. Most throwing errors are caused by the player being off-balance, and a correct crow-hop will reduce these bad throws. Also, how to spot incorrect methods of fielding is explained for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 2 of "How To Play Baseball Outfield" by Steven E. Michael
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Throwing in the Outfield (OF Chapter 4)
In Chapter 4 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, all aspects of throwing correctly in the outfield are covered.
Players and coaches will learn correct hand and arm positions, shoulder alignment, separation for strength, and delivering the throw. How to build arm strength and the importance of the cut-off man are also described.
Numerous drills are detailed for players to improve their outfield throws.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Players and coaches will learn correct hand and arm positions, shoulder alignment, separation for strength, and delivering the throw. How to build arm strength and the importance of the cut-off man are also described.
Numerous drills are detailed for players to improve their outfield throws.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 4 of "How To Play Baseball Outfield" by Steven E. Michael
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Outfield Defense & Communication (OF Chapter 8)
In this chapter from HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, players and coaches learn outfielder backup rules, both routine and special situations.
Next, both outfielder-to-outfielder, and outfielder-to-infielder backups are illustrated with numerous diagrams.
Also, field priorities and outfield communication is extensively described.
Finally, defensive outfield schemes are detailed. Outfielders need to be in the correct positions on every defensive play.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Next, both outfielder-to-outfielder, and outfielder-to-infielder backups are illustrated with numerous diagrams.
Also, field priorities and outfield communication is extensively described.
Finally, defensive outfield schemes are detailed. Outfielders need to be in the correct positions on every defensive play.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 8 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD by Steven E. Michael
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Outfield Jumps, Reads, & Angles (OF Chapter 6)
In this chapter of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, players and coaches will learn the critical details of how to get a jump, correctly reading the ball, and how to take correct angles.
Proper use of cross-over and drop steps is detailed, as well as universal rules and bad habits to avoid.
The chapter describes how to read the pitch, the batter, ball angle, and sound.
Also, how to use correct angles to get to more balls in the outfield is illustrated. Drills and practice habits are also extensively described for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Proper use of cross-over and drop steps is detailed, as well as universal rules and bad habits to avoid.
The chapter describes how to read the pitch, the batter, ball angle, and sound.
Also, how to use correct angles to get to more balls in the outfield is illustrated. Drills and practice habits are also extensively described for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 6 of Steven E. Michael's HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD
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How to Get To & Play the Wall (OF Chapter 7)
In chapter 7 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD, players and coaches will learn the correct way to get to the outfield fence. Numerous photos illustrate the detailed descriptions of these fundamentals.
The outside turn is extensively described and incorrect methods are detailed.
Also what to do at the warning track, even if the ball field does not have one, is described.
Diving and no-glove situations are also illustrated. And team and individual outfield drills are also included in this chapter for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
The outside turn is extensively described and incorrect methods are detailed.
Also what to do at the warning track, even if the ball field does not have one, is described.
Diving and no-glove situations are also illustrated. And team and individual outfield drills are also included in this chapter for you.
FREE! Two additional chapters are included in the .PDF downloadable file. Coach Michael gives advice, tells stories, and provides insight about the game of baseball in the Introduction, and the last chapter, Odds and Ends.
This is a must-have for players and coaches of all ages.
Chapter 7 of HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD by Steven E. Michael
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How To Play Baseball Outfield - E-book Version (OF eBook)
HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD by Steven E. Michael is the most comprehensive reference book on the outfield position. Often overlooked by coaches, playing the outfield well requires the player to learn and execute the fundamentals. With 118 photos and diagrams, this book is a must-have for young players and coaches.
The book then describes more advanced aspects of playing the outfield, including how to get good jumps, the best ways to read a batted ball, and how to take correct angles.
Getting to the fence and playing the fence is then explained in detail. Lastly, the book covers outfield communication, field priorities and team defense schemes.
No other publication has the detail contained in Steven E. Michael's HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD.
Throughout the book, Coach Michael brings playing and coaching stories to help illustrate the book. Sometimes funny, but always entertaining, Coach Michael's anecdotes provide you with real-life perspectives of the game.
In his book, Coach Michael begins with the basics of fielding ground and fly balls. He further discusses in detail the best techniques for running and throwing: both are at a premium for outfielders.
The book then describes more advanced aspects of playing the outfield, including how to get good jumps, the best ways to read a batted ball, and how to take correct angles.
Getting to the fence and playing the fence is then explained in detail. Lastly, the book covers outfield communication, field priorities and team defense schemes.
No other publication has the detail contained in Steven E. Michael's HOW TO PLAY BASEBALL OUTFIELD.
Throughout the book, Coach Michael brings playing and coaching stories to help illustrate the book. Sometimes funny, but always entertaining, Coach Michael's anecdotes provide you with real-life perspectives of the game.
Techniques, Tips and Drills to Learn the Outfield Position
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How To Play Baseball Outfield - Print Version (OF Book)
"How To Play Baseball Outfield" by Steven E. Michael is the most comprehensive reference book on the outfield position. Often overlooked by coaches, playing the outfield well requires the player to learn and execute the fundamentals. With 118 photos and diagrams, this book is a must-have for young players and coaches.
In his book, Coach Michael begins with the basics of fielding ground balls and fly balls. He further discusses in detail the best techniques for running and throwing: both are at a premium for outfielders.
The book then describes more advanced aspects of playing the outfield, including how to get good jumps, the best ways to read a batted ball, and how to take correct angles. Getting to the fence and playing the fence is then explained in detail.
Lastly, the book covers outfield communication, field priorities and team defense schemes. No other publication has the detail contained in Steven E. Michael's "How To Play Baseball Outfield".
Throughout the book, Coach Michael talks about playing and coaching stories to help illustrate the book. Sometimes funny, but always entertaining, Coach Michael's anecdotes provide you with real-life perspectives of the game.
THIS SELECTION IS IN PRINT FORMAT ONLY. THE PRICE INCLUDES SHIPPING COST. THIS PAPERBACK BOOK WILL BE MAILED TO YOU AFTER YOUR PURCHASE.
In his book, Coach Michael begins with the basics of fielding ground balls and fly balls. He further discusses in detail the best techniques for running and throwing: both are at a premium for outfielders.
The book then describes more advanced aspects of playing the outfield, including how to get good jumps, the best ways to read a batted ball, and how to take correct angles. Getting to the fence and playing the fence is then explained in detail.
Lastly, the book covers outfield communication, field priorities and team defense schemes. No other publication has the detail contained in Steven E. Michael's "How To Play Baseball Outfield".
Throughout the book, Coach Michael talks about playing and coaching stories to help illustrate the book. Sometimes funny, but always entertaining, Coach Michael's anecdotes provide you with real-life perspectives of the game.
THIS SELECTION IS IN PRINT FORMAT ONLY. THE PRICE INCLUDES SHIPPING COST. THIS PAPERBACK BOOK WILL BE MAILED TO YOU AFTER YOUR PURCHASE.
Techniques, Tips and Drills to Learn the Outfield Position
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$24.95