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We've come full circle. WebBall began as a series of handouts, evolved into the website, and now is back in print. But this is way more than just a collection of handouts - it represents the latest defensive thinking, well supported by illustrations and graphics. What made this Field Manual a more exciting project than first expected: the expand coverage clinic, and the challenges of showing fielding mechanics in multi-image sequences. Head coach, Richard Todd, also uses the opportunity to address specific concerns and present creative ideas for positional play. This is a limited-edition, high-quality print run that will allow you to have WebBall on the field with you at all practices and games.

Defending Your Turf

The best of WebBall... the core information on which the site is built - defensive skills and drills - now in book form. This is the second in our series of WebBall Field Manuals, focused on the mechanics, tactics and tips required to prepare positional players for solid fielding. Compiled and edited by head coach Richard Todd, this 160-page, large-format, spiral-bound manual contains not only the best of our website, but many illustrations and ideas that have not yet found their way on to the pages of WebBall.

 



Defending Your Turf WebBall Field Manual
$37.95
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Solid defense begins before the first pitch is thrown

The American Baseball Coaches Association's top defensive minds have compiled Gold Glove Baseball, an all-encompassing resource to help turn any team into a stellar defensive unit. The book provides in-depth instruction, special insights, and practice drills on every aspect of defense, from fundamentals to advanced tactics Contributors include some well known names in coaching circles at all levels... Davey Johnson (Team USA), Steve Smith (Baylor), Jerry Weinstein (Cal Poly), Scott Stricklin (Kent State), Ken Knutson (UW Huskies) and many more. 12  authors, 12 oustanding chapters on defense.

ABCA Gold Glove Baseball
$19.95
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The proven approach used by Cal Jr. & Bill at camps & clinics

Coaching young players, developing their skills, and cultivating a love for the sport within them may be the most rewarding experience baseball can offer. Cal and Bill Ripken understand this like few others. The Ripken Way is a method of teaching the game through simple instruction, solid explanations, encouragement, and a positive atmosphere. This book shares their approach to coaching and development, as used in camps and clinics held all over the United States since 1999. More than 50 drills cover defense, hitting, pitching, and baserunning. There are age-specific practice plans for players: 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-14, 15+.
Ripken Way
$16.95
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S/H $6.95 Release Date 12/15/06

 


198 drills to improve individual & team performance

by the American Baseball Coaches Association

Seventeen of the game's top collegiate coaches have teamed up with the ABCA to bring you the game's most comprehensive assortment of practice activities (well, next to WebBall). Each drill follows a concise format on skill focus, procedure, setup. Illustrations show proper technique; coaching insights help you sharpen players' understanding.198 drills proven to improve individual and team performance.

 



ABCA Drill Book
$19.95
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S/H $6.95 within US48 ships from IL

 

We believe this should be an essential title in every coach's library - great value for the money! - RT, WebBall


Skills & Drills by Bragg Stockton

In this 3rd edition update to his classic book, Dr. Stockton, one of the most famous coaches in baseball, presents every aspect of baseball, from offensive play, to defensive play, to planning. Large format, 264 pages with many illustrations - most of them in a stylized stick figure technique to help you see how the body moves during each skill. He has put a lot of effort into this new edition - replacing older thinking with improved approaches, debunking some of the myths, and introducing techniques based on the latest research.
Coaching Baseball Skills and Drills by Bragg Stockton 3rd edition
$24.95
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S/H $7.50 from Calif. Less if ordered with other Coaches Choice titles. HI, AK $9.95

 


Be a better teacher & tactician

Of the many books that cover the skills and drills of baseball, few hit on tactical skills - the situational decisions that often determine the outcome. That makes this book a stand-out. Written by the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) in conjunction with Tom O'Connell, Coaching Baseball Technical and Tactical Skills prepares you to be a better teacher and tactician. Includes technical skills plus tactical skills, plus sample season and practice plans.

Technical & Tactical Skills
$19.95
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Over 80 drills especially for the coach of youth baseball players 7-12 years old. Authored by none other than Marty Schupak, creater of the widely popular '59 Minute Baseball Practice Video'. Drills in this companion book are easily located by topic in the seven chapters, and they progress in difficulty so that you can choose the most appropriate ones for your players' abilities in each facet of the game. And, because attention spans are short at those ages, each drill is designed to maximize the number of players involved on the field. Helpful tips throughout the book make on-field practice, organization, and time management much easier.

For special package with Marty's videos, click here.
Youth Baseball Drills
$14.95
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