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Short, practical reads on hitting, pitching, fielding, and keeping young players healthy — straight from the lessons we run in Searcy.
Pitching · 8 min read · Jun 2026
Velocity the right way: building MPH without breaking the arm
Every parent wants more velocity. The trick is getting it from mechanics, sequencing, and strength — not from a young arm overthrowing. Here’s the order we build it in, and the red flags we never ignore.
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Hitting · 5 min read
The load is everything: fixing timing before mechanics
Most “swing problems” are really timing problems. Start the move earlier and a lot of flaws fix themselves.
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Fielding · 4 min read
Footwork first: why clean infield play starts below the glove
Soft hands matter, but feet get you there. Three footwork drills that make routine plays automatic.
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Arm care · 6 min read
The pre-throw routine every young pitcher should own
Five minutes before throwing protects a season. Here’s the warm-up we run before every pitching lesson.
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Mindset · 5 min read
Confidence is coachable: how to talk to a player in a slump
What you say after a strikeout matters more than the swing. A simple framework for parents and coaches.
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Development · 7 min read
Group clinic vs. private lessons: which actually moves the needle?
Both have a place. Here’s an honest look at when one-on-one reps are worth it — and when they aren’t.
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Hitting · 4 min read
Tee work isn’t boring — you’re just doing it wrong
The tee is the most underrated tool in the bag. Four ways to make every rep count.
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