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MLB 06 The Show $1.00 MLB ’06: The Show brings an all-new dimension to hardball. The gaming mechanics and new game modes help you recreate the experience of real-world baseball. Set up and maintain multi-game rivalries, or jump into duels between pitcher and batter. Save your game to your Memory Stick to preserve your progress, as you make your way through The Show. With the new Historical Greats option, nostalgic fan…

MLB 06 The Show $3.25 MLB ’06: The Show brings an all-new dimension to hardball. The gaming mechanics and new game modes help you recreate the experience of real-world baseball. Set up and maintain multi-game rivalries, or jump into duels between pitcher and batter. Save your game to your Memory Stick to preserve your progress, as you make your way through The Show. With the new Historical Greats option, nostalgic fan…

SKLZ Hit-A-Way Baseball Swing Trainer $21.99 The Hit-A-Way Baseball Swing Trainer can be used for warm-ups or practice almost anywhere! Endorsed by nine time all star Derek Jeter, the Hit-A-Way Swing Trainer allows you to perfect your swing without the headache of lost balls or broken windows. This baseball practice tool develops hand-eye coordination and is the perfect tool when learning to switch hit. The Hit-A-Way is easy to carry and can…

HQ4 Hitting Coach 1 Baseball Mechanics (DVD) $28.6 Helps players learn balance, rotation and quick hands – three keys to hitting with power and consistency. Provides drills to eliminate unnecessary movement to allow you to focus more on the mechanics that create good swings. Teaches the physical aspects of hitting with a step by step breakdown of hitting mechanics. For baseball and softball training.

Youth Baseball Series Tape 2: Hitting Mechanics and Drills (DVD) $29.99 With Mitch Thompson,Assistant Coach,Baylor University Thompson breaks down the mechanics of the swing into seven parts: bat selection, grip, stance, start, stride, swing, and finish. Thompson also explores the mental approach to hitting and explains ways to make hitting simple. He demonstrates drills using the hitting stick, dry swing drills, the side toss, the short toss, tees, and front toss drills. 2000. 42 minutes.

Hitting Skills and Drills for Youth Baseball Players (DVD) $35.82 Hitting Skills and Drills for Youth Baseball Players presents a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and techniques involved in teaching youth baseball players the mechanics of sound hitting and bunting. In an easy-to-understand and apply manner, the DVD explains and demonstrates how to develop the key components of hitting. Among the topics covered: basic hitting fundamentals, basic swing mechanics, bunting techniques, putting it all together, and coaching pointers.

Controlling the Batter’s Box: Hitting Mechanics and Drills (DVD) $39.99 With Britt Bonneau,Abilene Christian University Head Baseball Coach;Ranks fifth on the all-time Division II wins list among active Coaches (12th All-time) with Over 450 Career WinsUsing his experience as a top collegiate player, Coach Bonneau has transformed Abilene Christian College into a hitting factory. His teams have consistently finished in the Top 10 nationally in NCAA Division II batting average, runs, hits and doubles. Bonneau shares with you important fundamentals needed to consistently drive the baseball. He begins by covering situational hitting, then works into multiple tee, soft toss, short toss and live batting practice drills. Bonneau teaches each drill in great detail, while focusing on five components of hitting: grip, upper body, base, launch and finish. Bonneau demonstrates the drills one-on-one and then shows them being used in a practice setting with his team, so you can see how he organizes productive batting practices. Each drill builds on the other in a fundamental way, so the player forms strong habits along with muscle memory. Bonneau also includes instruction on two strike hitting, pulling the ball and hitting to the opposite field. Every coach and aspiring hitter will gain insight from this excellent DVD. 53 minutes. 2009.

Parents Guide To Hitting A Baseball $7.99 Parents Guide To Hitting A Baseball

A Hitting Clinic: Vol. #1 – Hitting Mechanics (DVD) $35.82 A Hitting Clinic: Vol. #1—Hitting Mechanics presents a detailed overview of the key factors involved in proper hitting mechanics. The DVD also presents an overview of a sound hitting philosophy, as well as discusses the impact of the confidence factor on hitting. Among the topics covered: the stance, the grip, the inward turn, the stride, the hip turn, hand movement, planing the ball, putting it all together, hitting the curve ball, hitting the breaking ball, and a better swing.

The Mechanics of Hitting (DVD) $35.82 The Mechanics of Hitting presents a comprehensive review of the fundamentals and techniques involved in sound hitting. Featuring game-tested drills, the DVD explains and demonstrates how to develop proper hitting mechanics. Among the topics covered: stance, balance and power, plate coverage, warming up, using the tee, vision drills, hit-stick drills, and batting practice off the machine.

The Hitting Edge (Book) $19.95 Hitting a hard-thrown baseball is one of the most difficult skills in sports. The Hitting Edge simplifies the task by focusing on key features common in every successful hitter’s swing: dynamic balance, sequential rotation, axis of rotation, and bat lag.Author Tom Robson identified these hitting “absolutes” through extensive video analysis and research and his on-field role as a major league hitting coach. He confirmed the importance of the four factors by studying the best hitters of the modern era, such as Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire, and working with top batsmen like Rafael Palmeiro and John Olerud. And a hitter doesn’t need to be an all-star to benefit from Robson’s instruction, because it applies across all levels of competition and allows for all types of individual swing styles.Robson also recognizes that batters aren’t robots, and human factors sometimes interfere with hitting mechanics. So he also teaches how to develop better focus and a more positive attitude at the plate. But it takes more than the right stroke to develop consistent contact and power. Focus. Split-second timing. An eye for the perfect pitch. Great hitting requires all these elements and more. Much of The Hitting Edge is dedicated to the physical and mental details of preparing for the pitch, followed by six information-packed chapters on the mechanics of the swing.Loaded with concise instruction, skill demonstration, photos, effective drills, and more, Robson’s book cleans up where other hitting books strike out. Take the knowledge available in this book with you to every at-bat and you’ll have The Hitting Edge.

Hitting Mechanics (DVD) by Sue Enquist $35.82 Hitting Mechanics presents a detailed overview of the fundamentals and techniques involved in sound hitting. In an easy-to-understand and apply manner, the DVD explains and shows how players can improve their ability to hit by adhering to proper mechanics. Covers developing a hitting system, how not to over-analyze, how to stress good core mechanics, how to select the right bat, how to use an appropriate grip. Also covers position in the box, the stance, the swing, follow-through and contact point, balance drills, and stride box.2006, 49 minutes. Features the NCAA UCLA Bruins.

Hitting Drills and Mechanics (DVD) $29.99 With Karen Linder, Head Coach, Kent State University, 2008 MAC Champions; 2X MAC Coach of the Year; over 600 carrer victoriesLinder breaks down the mechanics of the swing into three categories: lower body, upper body and head/eyes. The lower body consists of the stance, load, stride and pivot. The head and eyes consists of stillness and a focal point. The upper body consists of bat position, the load, swing, pivot, extension and the follow through. She explains and demonstrates the different pitch locations and how to make the necessary adjustments to hit the pitch. Includes dry swing, tee and soft toss drills. 2001. 46 minutes.

Hitting Mechanics (DVD) $39.99 With Jim Dietz, former San Diego State University Head Coach, ABCA Hall of Fame 2002Coach Dietz won over 1200 games in his 31 years of coaching and was known for tremendous statistics in the win/loss column, in his athlete’s excellent academics, and for creating numerous opportunities for his players. He was the college coach to many future “big league” hitting sensations, including Tony Gwynn, Mark Grace and Travis Lee. In this excellent video, Dietz shares his wisdom and experience in order to help you get the most out of what a hitter has and, using what they already have, mold them into a more constant hitter (versus changing everything that the hitter already does). In this on-field demonstration video, Dietz shows how to recognize the inside pitch, the outside pitch, a fastball, and a change up and how to use this to create a constant swing. Having a constant swing will allow your hitter to use all fields and go with pitches. Also emphasized: teaching players to hit with their hands and proper stride length. This is a great hitting video! 55 minutes. 2003.

Baseball-Hitting $14.61 No Synopsis Available

Advanced Hitting Mechanics (DVD) by Sue Enquist $35.82 Advanced Hitting Mechanics reviews the factors that enable all successful hitters to hit the ball consistently. The DVD addresses what needs to be done biomechanically to be a successful hitter. In step-by-step detail, the key factors involved in an efficient swing are explained and demonstrated. Among the topics covered in the DVD: What commonalities do all great hitters share, misconceptions concerning the softball swing, what constitutes an efficient swing, core mechanics of the efficient swing, the ten key areas of the swing, as well as developmental drills.2006, 61 minutes. Features the NCAA UCLA Bruins.

Ron Jackson’s Hitting Factory: The Complete Guide to Bunting! (DVD) $29.99 With Ron Jackson, former Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach, 2004 World Champions!In this complete guide to bunting, hitting coach Ron Jackson shares all aspects of this “lost art” in the game of baseball. As hitting coach of the world champion Boston Red Sox, he has created a complete offense with great hitting and strategy execution, including bunting for success. Jackson shares the purposes, principles, fundamentals, and situations of bunting and how to execute through proper practice and situational knowledge. Jackson believes every player must be able to successfully execute in a bunt situation at anytime in the game, and he gives step by step fundamental instruction including proper feet positioning, hand placement, bat angles, bat control, balance, and timing. He covers principles and mechanics to bunt for a base-hit, sacrifice, and squeeze plays and how to determine when and where to bunt the ball by reading the defense and knowing the situation. He also shares some drills for precision bunting and execution. This component of the hitting is often overlooked, but will add to your arsenal of becoming a complete hitter! 43 minutes. 2005.

Baseball Ripken Way Fundamentals Of Hitting $8.75 Rated: NASynopsis: Baseball siblings Bill and Cal Ripken bring decades of professional experience to an instructional series aimed at improving young players’ skills. Based on the coaching techniques of their father Cal Ripken, Sr. (who played for and then managed the Baltimore Orioles), the brothers’ BASEBALL THE RIPKEN WAY offers fun and easy-to-follow instruction that uses archival footage of actual players to demonstrate each of its lessons and tips. This volume focuses on the basics of hitting.

Teaching the Art of Hitting (DVD) $39.99 With Brian Cleary,University of Cincinnati Head Coach Coach Cleary’s goal in this DVD is to give coaches a chance to learn how to efficiently teach hitting to their players. Cleary begins his presentation with hitting mechanics. Simplifying the elements of hitting is key for player production. The ultimate goal is to give the barrel of the bat its best chance to hit the ball. Cleary covers the proper mechanics of hitting, including the set up, grip and a flex in a wrist. Cleary also talks about pre-movement or the hitting position. Use of the body and hands are important to the swing and they work in unison. The swing concludes with the finish, a roll of the wrist. Cleary breaks down the psychology of being at bat, discussing the handling different pitches, different locations and hitting or refusing pitches. 46 minutes. 2008.

Hitting Skills and Drills (DVD) $35.82 Hitting Skills and Drills presents a detailed overview of the mechanics, fundamentals, and techniques involved in sound hitting. The DVD features more than a dozen proven drills that are designed to develop the key aspects of hitting. Each drill is explained and demonstrated in an easy-to-understand and -apply manner. Among the topics covered: stance, movement, drills, tee drills, flip drills, three-quick drill, backhand flips, short toss, two-screen drill, two-man pepper, and qualifying to hit.

5-Point Hitting Tee™ Package For Baseball $221.97 Three great products, one low pricePerfect for hitting drillsCompletely portableContains JUGS Instant Screen®, 5-Point Hitting TeeTM, and two dozen sting-free ballsThe first JUGS product, a curveball pitching machine, has developed into one of the most revolutionary training aids for all phases of the game of baseball. Other JUGS products which have spun off of this original concept are causing just as much excitement in their respective areas. Throughout the research and development of every JUGS product, John Paulson’s methodology remained consistent – observe how athletes practice their respective sport, then develop machinery that would help these athletes improve to their highest possible level. Now, teams in seven other sports are enjoying better practices because of JUGS products. Besides baseball, there are now JUGS machines for softball, football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and even the British Commonwealth’s national sport – cricket!Today, over 85,000 teams use a JUGS machine at their practices. In fact, the most widely used pitching machines in the world are made by JUGS.

Accubat Coaches Helper Baseball Training Device for Hitting Grounders and Pop Flies $90.91 PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR ONE TRAINING DEVICE. With one hand, you can hit a ball over 150 ft., send pop-ups to catcher, ground ball to the infield with 100% control. Hit good balls for your fielders to catch and where they need it most to improve their skills. Patented durable graphite composite fiber frame. One year warranty. Treated torsion bands, tough netting, and non-slip grip for heavy use. Includes instruction manual. Slightly smaller in size and 6 ounces lighter for kids and women.

Parents Guide to Hitting a Baseball $24.37 No Synopsis Available

Hitting 101 (DVD) $39.99 With Linda Wells,former Arizona State University Head Softball Coach,Dutch National Softball Team Coach (2008 Olympics),2004 Head Olympic Coach – Greek National Team Learn proper hitting mechanics, principles, drills, and tips from one of the best hitting instructors in softball. In this DVD, Coach Wells gives comprehensive and detailed instruction on becoming a successful hitter. To teach the concepts effectively, Coach Wells takes a hitter through all stages of physical and mental preparation and execution beginning in the on-deck circle and ending with a full swing. Wells breaks down all of the mechanics of the swing in a step-by-step progression, including stance, box positioning, load and stride, hand and head position, the full swing, contact points, and follow-through. She also discusses hitting various pitches such as the curveball, screwball, riseball, dropball, and change-up, as well as situational hitting. Coach Wells then shares over 15 drills and tips to develop and master the proper swing mechanics and principles to become a consistent, successful hitter at any level of the game! 33 minutes. 2005.

Mental Hitting: Game Hitting Baseball Training Video (Volume 2) (VHS) $31.5 BADEN SPORTS in conjunction with 10 time State Championship Coach and National Coach of the Year, Steve Cramblitt has developed this revolutionary hitting program!Discover the mental secrets to successful hitting. Dozens of mental lessons to help you know EXACTLY what should be going through your mind and when. Discover the proper pro-level mindset for different hitting situations, how to think like a pitcher, pre-game preparation, how to read and study pitchers, mental self motivation, and much more. How to mentally navigate at the plate and help, don’t hinder, your swinging success!

Hitting Fundamentals (DVD) by Rod Delmonico $35.82 “Hitting Fundamentals” presents a detailed overview of the absolutes of hitting. The fact that all good hitters have at least two things in common – aggressiveness at the plate and the ability to concentrate from pitch-to-pitch – is discussed. The DVD also breaks hitting up into three basic phases (the stance, the stride, and the swing) and examines the techniques and mechanics involved in each phase. In addition, a series of proven drills for developing the key aspects of hitting is also featured.2005, 54 min. Features the NCAA Tennessee Volunteers.

JUGS® Hitting Stick™ Package $33.94 JUGS® Hitting StickTM8 JUGS® Small-BallsFree Drill Book with advanced red-seam and white seam ball drills Related Items:JUGS® Pearl® Baseball-Genuine Leather LITE-FLITE® SOFTBALLS – 12 Inch

JUGS® Hitting Stick™ $19.39 Increase the hitter’s mental concentration by hitting a ball with a small batDesigned to be used with the JUGS® small-ball30 inch, 16 oz. batRelated Items:JUGS® Pearl® Baseball-Genuine Leather LITE-FLITE® SOFTBALLS – 12 Inch

Hitting Drills and Technique (DVD) $39.99 With Gino DiMare,University of Miami Assistant Head CoachCoach DiMare’s system and philosophy for hitting is highlighted in this DVD. Coach DiMare teaches hitters to stand tall and finish at the plate. Sandbags are used to teach the correct stance needed. The Stride drill teaches players to load up their lower body to create power at the plate. The upper body is loaded up in drills where players position the bat with the barrel at a slight angle. DiMare describes the nine hitting zones in detail. Attention is given to each zone separately through toss drills and by using live hitters in a batting cage environment. The tracking drill helps develop the eye as it picks up the baseball as quickly as possible. Miami players use the tee to work on technique and fundamentals. This is an excellent DVD for detailed drills and hitting technique from one of college baseball’s elite programs. 39 minutes. 2006.

Slap Hitting 101 (DVD) $39.99 With Linda Wells,former Arizona State University Head Softball Coach,Dutch National Softball Team Coach (2008 Olympics),2004 Head Olympic Coach – Greek National Team Add or develop a dynamic component of your offense by utilizing and maximizing the slap-hitter. Coach Wells, with over 900 wins, has developed lethal offensive teams and has successfully utilized the slap-hitter as an offensive threat. In this video, Coach Wells has a former player and slap hitting specialist demonstrate and explain what it takes to become a successful slap hitter. They first discuss the process of converting and developing a slap hitter, advantages of slap hitting, and bat selection for slap hitters. Next, they discuss and demonstrate the sequencing of slap hitting by walking through the box positions, footwork, hand motion, body movement, types of slaps, making adjustments, and utilizing the fake slap and bunts. Coach Wells then shares multiple progression drills to develop and perfect the mechanics and timing of slap hitting using tee work, toss drills, and pitching machines. Slap hitters will learn how to effectively read the defense, gain bat control, put the ball down, and get down the line for team success! 28 minutes. 2005.

Total Hitting – Baseball Training Video (VHS) $31.5 EVERYTHING you’ll ever need to know to become a complete hitter. This video takes you from basic skills to advanced hitting drills and techniques. Learn proper grip, stance, depth, proper swing sequence for optimum hitting power and consistency, bat position, plus dozens of pro insights. More than 30 drills and tips to work on for Total Hitting skills!

JUGS® 3-in-1 Hitting Tee™ $38.79 The only hitting tee that teaches you to hit small, bigger and better.Includes a must see 36 minute instructional DVD for baseball and softball players of all ages. Packed full of hitting tee drills and instruction on how to properly use a hitting tee.Also includes a Hitting Tee, Small-Ball and Small-Ball Topper.Tee can be used for regulation size baseballs, softballs and Small-Balls.

Homework Hitting – Baseball Training Video (VHS) $31.5 Now you can practice hitting at home with this individual workout! Dozens of drills that can be done by an individual player in limited space like your garage, basement, or backyard. Work wonders on your hitting skills practicing at home. Inside soft toss drills, wiffle ball drills, 1/2 bat drills, balance drills, and more. Loaded with numerous drills, tips, insights, and skills. Ideal for any player at any level, from Little League to Pro! Proven results!

Bunting and Hitting Progressions for Younger Players (DVD) $35.82 Bunting and Hitting Progressions for Younger Players explains and shows an effective and time-efficient method for teaching younger softball players the proper way to bunt and hit. In an easy-to-understand and apply manner, the DVD reviews the key components of sound hitting and offers game-tested drills for developing each element. Among the topics covered: the bunting game, three swing phases, hitting mechanics, hitting progression, common hitting problems, one-arm drill work, tee work, contact point and rhythm, and self-toss drills.

Youth Baseball Skills and Drills: Hitting Fundamentals and Techniques (DVD) $35.82 Youth Baseball Skills and Drills: Hitting Fundamentals and Techniques provides a detailed overview of how to develop a proper foundation for hitting in youth players. Starting with a balanced stance, the DVD presents a well-organized series of effective teaching series and drills for coaching young hitters. Among the topics covered: dry-run hitting, stick drill, bag drill, batting-tee drill, two-hand; ball-toss drill, pepper drill, and target-hitting drill.

Baseball : The Balanced Hand Method of Hitting $23.33 No Synopsis Available

Hitting: The Six-Ball Theory (DVD) $35.82 Hitting: The Six-Ball Theory details how coaches can teach their hitters to stay on the plane of the ball and be better able to hit all pitches. In a step-by-step manner, the DVD explains and demonstrates how hitters can achieve and maintain good hitting mechanics throughout their swing. The DVD also features a series of systematic drills performed at game speed that are designed to develop the six-ball swing. Among the topics covered: grip and stance, hand-and-elbow position, head position, trigger phase, stride phase, hip fire, approach phase, contact phase, the finish, and six-ball drills.

Baseball the Ripken Way:  The Fundamentals of Hitting $20 Bill Ripken and Cal Ripken- Jr. have developed a method of baseball instruction based on their combined 33 years of major league experience and the teachings of their father- Cal Ripken- Sr. The Ripken Way is based on the following principles: Keep It Simple- Make It Fun- Explain Why and Celebrate The Individual. This unique series of instructional programs explores how to play baseball the “Ripken Way”. Actual footage of professional baseball players is used to illustrate each lesson. Understanding and applying the “Ripken Way” can help youth baseball players improve all aspects of their game. Featuring: Cal Ripken- Jr.- Bill Ripken- John Habyan

Situational Hitting – Baseball Training Video (VHS) $31.5 Now you can be a more productive hitter in ANY game situation! Learn proper approach, reads, and techniques for bunt plays, squeeze plays, hit and run plays, 2-stike hitting, moving runners, and much more. Learn when and how to hit when the infield is in versus and infield that plays deep. Loaded with dozens of game situations, tips, and insights. The perfect tool for developing a potent offensive attack!

Top 10 Hitting Drills Baseball Training DVD $31.5 This DVD contains the BEST drills of all time to help you with each phase of your swing. Learn drills to develop dynamic balance, proper swing sequence, rhythm and timing, tracking, perception, and many more key elements and insights for a great swing! Over 25 drills and tips to help you become the perfect hitter. Ideal for players and coaches at ANY level! BONUS: Learn the 12 most Common Hitting Mistakes and how to correct them!

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Swing II DVD by Tom Emanski $19.95 This tape provides a complete training program based on the actual swing mechanics of the accomplished professional hitter. Tom Emanski delves into stance, stride, approach, explosion point, contact and follow through in clear language which will help any batter on any level. A variety of drills are discussed, including the T-drill, soft toss, curve ball soft toss and the fence drill, along with others.Coach Emanski’s latest hitting release is no doubt baseball’s finest batting instructional video … it takes the mystery out of hitting! Baseball World’s drills are used daily in our award winning camps! Baseball World’s school trained teams have won back to back to back AAU National Championship tournaments, setting many offensive/defensive records … Discover the secrets of America’s finest Baseball School. This video was created during actual instructional classes at the Baseball World Training Center.To order the Mechanics of the Swing II in VHS format, click here.To order the Tom Emanski 6 Tape Video Series click here.

Ron Jackson’s Hitting Factory: Hitting Drills for Success! (DVD) $29.99 With Ron Jackson, former Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach, 2004 World Champions!Learn the hitting drills that have made the World Champion Boston Red Sox one of the best hitting teams in major league baseball history. In 2003-2004 the Red Sox led the major leagues in ten offensive categories, and set three all-time major league records for extra-base hits (649), total bases (2,832), and slugging percentage (.491). In this video, Ron Jackson shares 18 hitting drills used by the Red Sox, including the favorites of players David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez, Jason Varitek, and Johnny Damon. Jackson demonstrates multiple drills using the batting tee to perfect contact points, hit to all fields, create a level and proper swing path, and drive through the ball. In addition, he shares several soft-toss and short-toss drills that can be used on-field and in the cage for gaining complete plate coverage, learning to hit the ball to the opposite field, improving rhythm, hitting off-speed pitches, quick hands, and tracking pitches. Jackson also demonstrates one-hand, and “thunderstick” drills for improving hand-eye coordination, bat speed, and making consistent contact. Use these successful drills to become a complete hitter at all levels of the game! 52 minutes. 2005.

Ron Jackson’s Hitting Factory: Power Hitting and Upping Your Average! (DVD) $29.99 With Ron Jackson, former Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach, 2004 World Champions!Ron Jackson, hitting coach of the world champion Boston Red Sox, has shaped his hitters to be a great blend of hitting for power and average. In 2003-2004, the Boston Red Sox dominated nearly every offensive category in the major leagues, leading in 10 different categories, and setting all-time major league records for extra-base hits (649), total bases (2,832), and slugging percentage (.491). Jackson has coached some of the best power hitters ever, such as Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz, as well as hitters for average such as Nomar Garciaparra and Johnny Damon. In this video, Ron Jackson teaches and demonstrates how to become a well-rounded hitter who can hit for average and power, and be able to execute in various hitting situations. Jackson outlines the characteristics of a successful hitter for power and for average and how to develop and implement those characteristics and skills through a good approach and practice drills. He gives examples of major league hitters such as Miguel Tejada, Ichiro Suzuki, and former baseball great Rod Carew, to demonstrate how they have found success. Jackson then goes through situational hitting by demonstrating the principles of the hit and run, moving runners, scoring runners, and hitting against various defensive positioning. He also goes through concepts to maximize each at-bat with pitch selection and making adjustments in the hitting approach and how to improve on specific weaknesses a hitter could struggle with such as the inside pitch and off-speed pitches. This is a great video tool for anyone looking to become both a better hitter for average and power! 52 minutes. 2005.

JUGS® 5-Point Combo Hitting Tee™ $88.2 Hit the ball where it’s pitched!Includes a must see 36 minute DVD for baseball and softball players of all ages. Packed full of hitting tee drills and instruction on how to properly use a hitting tee.Also includes a 5-Point Hitting Tee, 1-dozen Small-Balls and 2 Small-Ball Toppers.5-Point Hitting Tee can be used for regulation size baseballs, softballs and Small-Balls.

Visual Mechanics Baseball Set from Frozen Ropes – Set of 8 Balls $36.36 One each model for hitting and pitching drills. Mesh bag included. Colored indicators improve seam recognition, increase the visual focus level in hitting drills, and reinforces the “read before reacting” visual/physical process for top-level hitters. Eight different seam patterns provide the total seam patterns hitters see in game situations. To properly hit the ball the player must quickly read the red part of the ball. Provides an instant visual feedback for players and coaches. The balls are thrown or tossed with a standard 4-seam fast ball grip. Players can create different seam patterns by changing grips. Pitchers can see their wrist angles and hand position on the ball at release. Leather cover. Balls included: Red Dots Ball, Single Vertical Stripe Ball, Diagonal Stripe Left to Right Ball, Diagonal Stripe Right to Left Ball, Two Cross Swiss Style Stripe Ball, Single Horizontal Stripe Ball, Red Seam Outline Ball and Half Red Cover, Half White Cover Ball.

JUGS Hitting Tee™ $24.24 Includes step-by-step instructions on proper usePerfect for T-Ball or batting practiceBreaks down for easy storageFully adjustableAll steel main tube insertHeavy-duty steel reinforcement plateThe first JUGS product, a curveball pitching machine, has developed into one of the most revolutionary training aids for all phases of the game of baseball. Other JUGS products which have spun off of this original concept are causing just as much excitement in their respective areas. Throughout the research and development of every JUGS product, John Paulson’s methodology remained consistent – observe how athletes practice their respective sport, then develop machinery that would help these athletes improve to their highest possible level. Now, teams in seven other sports are enjoying better practices because of JUGS products. Besides baseball, there are now JUGS machines for softball, football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and even the British Commonwealth’s national sport – cricket!Today, over 85,000 teams use a JUGS machine at their practices. In fact, the most widely used pitching machines in the world are made by JUGS.

5-Point Hitting Tee™ Package For Softball $233.97 Three great products, one low pricePerfect for hitting drillsCompletely portableContains JUGS Instant Screen®, 5-Point Hitting TeeTM, and two dozen sting-free ballsThe first JUGS product, a curveball pitching machine, has developed into one of the most revolutionary training aids for all phases of the game of baseball. Other JUGS products which have spun off of this original concept are causing just as much excitement in their respective areas. Throughout the research and development of every JUGS product, John Paulson’s methodology remained consistent – observe how athletes practice their respective sport, then develop machinery that would help these athletes improve to their highest possible level. Now, teams in seven other sports are enjoying better practices because of JUGS products. Besides baseball, there are now JUGS machines for softball, football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and even the British Commonwealth’s national sport – cricket!Today, over 85,000 teams use a JUGS machine at their practices. In fact, the most widely used pitching machines in the world are made by JUGS.

Power Pitching: Pitching Mechanics Theory and Application (DVD) $39.99 With Bill Bethea,Power Pitching and Hitting, Inc. (Founder and owner);associate scout for the Houston AstrosThis DVD features cutting edge ideas on pitching mechanics from baseball expert Bill Bethea. This program can make pitchers more athletic and free flowing on the mound. The pitching package includes mechanical theory, weighted ball protocol and philosophy, conditioning and development. The Power Pitching philosophy believes in optimal performance at maximum velocity by pushing pitchers to their next level. Pitchers can find their tempo and rhythm with this specific training. Strategies involved in the rocker step are the step back, chin forward, hands in motion and load up the lower body. The gathering point, hip movement and momentum toward the plate are key teaching points that Bethea focuses on. A secret to increased velocity comes from your hips leading and pushing out. He includes a number of drills to work on those areas. After studying different pitching programs for years, Coach Bethea has come with this well-rounded package. 51 minutes. 2008.

Mental Hitting: Practice Habits Baseball Training Video (Volume 1) (VHS) $31.5 BADEN SPORTS in conjunction with 10 time State Championship Coach and National Coach of the Year, Steve Cramblitt has developed this revolutionary hitting program! Discover the mental secrets to successful hitting. Dozens of mental lessons to help you know EXACTLY what should be going through your mind and when. Discover the proper pro-level mindset for different hitting situations, how to think like a pitcher, pre-game preparation, how to read and study pitchers, mental self motivation, and much more. How to mentally navigate at the plate and help, don’t hinder, your swinging success!

JUGS 5-Point Hitting and Batting Tee™ $67.9 Perfect for baseball and softballGreat for double tee drills such as inside-outside, short stroke, level swing, and loop elimination drillsLightweight and breaks down for easy transportDurable rubber base2 fully adjustable extension tubes2 all steel main tube insertsComes complete with free 20 page Tee Drill BookDevelop hand-eye coordination and a quick batTeach correct hitting fundamentalsTeach hitters to use the whole field to hit onTeach inside-out swing mechanicsTeach hitters the correct contact points for inside, middle, and outside pitchesEducate the muscles of the body to react naturally and correctly during live hittingThe first JUGS product, a curveball pitching machine, has developed into one of the most revolutionary training aids for all phases of the game of baseball. Other JUGS products which have spun off of this original concept are causing just as much excitement in their respective areas. Throughout the research and development of every JUGS product, John Paulson’s methodology remained consistent – observe how athletes practice their respective sport, then develop machinery that would help these athletes improve to their highest possible level. Now, teams in seven other sports are enjoying better practices because of JUGS products. Besides baseball, there are now JUGS machines for softball, football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and even the British Commonwealth’s national sport – cricket!Today, over 85,000 teams use a JUGS machine at their practices. In fact, the most widely used pitching machines in the world are made by JUGS.

Hitting Back: The Autobiography $22.59 <p>’<i>With Andy, the sky’s the limit…</i>’ – John McEnroe. </p><p> </p><p> At Wimbledon in 2005, a young, brash Andy Murray came out of nowhere and thrashed star pros Georges Bastl and Radek Stepanek. He took a two-set lead against former finalist David Nalbandian before his dramatic winning run came to a end on the Centre Court. But a legend was born, and Britain had a new sporting hero.</p><p> </p><p> Henman Hill was renamed Murray Mound, and Henmania became Andymonium. In 2006, Murray went stellar. Aged just 18 he won his first ATP title at San Jose, California, beating former world no. 1s Andy Roddick and Lleyton Hewitt on the way. In the same month, he deposed Tim Henman to become the British No. 1. By the end of a wonderful year in which he was one of only two players to beat Roger Federer, Murray was no. 17 in the world. But Murray is much more than a truly gifted tennis player and potential grand slam champion. He has changed the face of the British game, blowing away the cobwebs of the All England Club, and dividing opinion with his brash, straight-talking style, anti-establishment rhetoric and on-court anger and passion. A whole new generation of kids are becoming tennis fans. Andy has made tennis cool again, like the days of McEnroe, Borg and Nastase. Here, for the first time, Andy Murray talks in his own words about the long, testing, and often difficult path to superstardom. </p><p> </p><p> The boy from Dunblane opens up about dealing with the constant limelight and attention from a media and a general public desperate for a genuine British tennis star, and gives the exclusive lowdown on Wimbledon 2008 as he prepares to launch his bid for grass-court glory. Temperamental, gifted, passionate, fiery: Murray is the dazzling new face of British tennis, and a role model to a whole generation. Andy’s story will enthral and excite the entire country.</p>

Hitting and Baserunning: Baseball Skills & Drills Video (Copyright 2001) (VHS) $24.95 With the ABCA’s new Baseball Skills & Drills video series, you can learn how to organize better practices, gain a better understanding of what drills you need to develop fundamental baseball skills, and improve your chances at a winning season!Developed in conjunction with the American Baseball Coaches Association — the world’s leading baseball coaching organization — the Baseball Skills & Drills video series features coaches from three of the nation’s top collegiate baseball programs:Mark Johnson, the on-camera expert in Hitting and Baserunning, is a successful coach at Texas A&M University’s baseball program and a highly respected clinician and teacher.Pitching and Catching features Mississippi State University’s Pat McMahon, who was considered one of the top collegiate pitching coaches in the nation before being named head coach. Fielding features Jack Leggett of Clemson University. Since taking over the Clemson program, Leggett has consistently had his team in the hunt for the ACC and regional titles, and he is highly sought on the clinic circuit throughout the country.These three videos cover all the essential skills a baseball player needs to compete successfully. On each tape an expert teaches key techniques for improving execution and provides a selection of the best drills for mastering the primary skills. Special coaching points provide insight into learning or performing certain skills and correcting common errors.Together these videos are the most complete instructional resource of their kind, with information for coaches and players at the youth summer league, high school, and collegiate levels.

Schutt Striker Ii Hitting Trainer $90.04 The perfect warm up/training device for baseball or softball. Comes with a 9" safety baseball that won't harm thin wall aluminum bats Designed to quickly attach to any chain link fence and to fit easily into a player's bag.

Improved Hitting for Girls’ Softball: The Physical and Mental Mechanics for a Controlled Explosion $24.33 No Synopsis Available

Hitting and Base Running Workout Baseball Training DVD $31.5 Discover the techniques and drills that will make you the most dangerous and dominating hitter on your team. Can you work the opposite field, hit behind the runner, and know when to do it? Learn how to bunt for hits, or the options on a sacrifice bunt. Use our game simulation format to make your preparation more effective and enjoyable. BONUS: Learn the proper fundamentals for becoming a deadly base-runner! Learn how and when to take a lead, the best time to break, and dozens of tips covering every base and game situation. This tape is a must for players and coaches at any level!

Hitting and Baserunning:Baseball Skills and Drills NTSC Video $25.94 No Synopsis Available

Indoor Practice Drills: Hitting Drills (DVD) $39.99 With Scott Stricklin,Kent State University Head Coach;2006 Mid-American Conference Coach of the Year;2008 & 2006 Mid-American Conference regular season titlesThis excellent DVD is dedicated to hitting and all of the important fundamentals needed to consistently drive the ball. A player’s stance and set up is the foundation of a good hitter. Coach Stricklin and his players demonstrate how the feet are a big part of the stance. A good bat grip consists of proper knuckle and elbow alignment, which allows you to “whip” the bat through the strike zone. A proper stance will require the bat be at a 45-degree angle. A level head will assure that your eyes are also level. The stride follows a good stance. Loading up the backside prepares a hitter for the pitch and is an important aspect of hitting. A good swing relies on the arms staying compact until contact is made, then hitters extend their arms through the hitting zone. Four things must be present for good hitters: head, back, back side and balance. Stricklin believes in the concept of “staying inside the baseball.” This means you are short to the baseball and hitting the ball where it’s pitched. The first set of drills demonstrates hitting off of a tee. The double tee drill produces two types of hits from two identical swings. To work on the timing mechanism, the soft toss drill gives players lots of hitting opportunities. Other hitting drills include the behind toss, angle toss and front toss. The bounce drill simulates pitches by bouncing the ball off the ground. Moving to the batting cage, players can practice simulated rounds of batting practice. Rounds will develop hitting from different situations such as bunting, hit and run, runner at second with no outs, runner at third base with the infield in, swing away and more. These drills will teach fundamentals and improve productivity and consistency at the plate.51 minutes. 2006.

Top 10 Hitting Drills – Baseball Training Video (VHS) $31.5 This video contains the BEST drills of all time to help you with each phase of your swing. Learn drills to develop dynamic balance, proper swing sequence, rhythm and timing, tracking, perception, and many more key elements and insights for a great swing! Over 25 drills and tips to help you become the perfect hitter. Ideal for players and coaches at ANY level! BONUS: Learn the 12 most Common Hitting Mistakes and how to correct them!

Ron Jackson’s Hitting Factory: Improving Your Hitting I.Q.- Strategies for Success! (DVD) $29.99 With Ron Jackson, former Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach, 2004 World Champions! Develop a complete approach to hitting in this video with Ron Jackson, hitting coach of the world champion Boston Red Sox. Jackson has given his hitters an approach to hitting that has made them one of the best hitting teams in major league history, leading major league baseball in 10 offensive categories (2003-2004), and setting all-time major league records in extra base-hits (649), total bases (2,832), and slugging percentage (.491). Along with talent and hard work, all great hitters have an approach to hitting and can identify what makes them succeed and what does not lead to successful hitting. Jackson teaches how to best observe pitchers to help identify their tendencies, strengths, and weaknesses by focusing on different aspects of their delivery and mental preparation. He also stresses the importance of knowing yourself as a hitter and using personal strengths to gain an advantage at the plate. Jackson then gives a specific approach and recommended contact points for the fastball, curveball, slider, change-up, split-finger, and knuckle ball. In addition, Coach Jackson helps hitters know what hitting zones to focus on according to pitch type and count, and how to make adjustments accordingly. Hitters will learn how to develop a “good eye” at the plate by tracking each pitch using drills that will help them know the strike zone better. These principles to developing a hitting approach, combined with their natural ability and hard work, will make them a more successful and complete hitter! 40 minutes. 2005.

Popular Mechanics For Kids Firefighters $9.38 Rated: NRSynopsis: PMK to the rescue! Join Jay, Elisha and Tyler as they go side-by-side with firefighters trying to contain an out of control blaze; with a S.W.A.T. team handling a hostage situation; and train with the L.A.P.D. in a highpursuit chase.

Kids Costumes – Wildcats Baseball $9.99 High School Musical 2 Wildcats Baseball Uniform Kids Costumes are Hot Costumes! Pick this High School Musical Costume this Halloween, and you will definitely be the talk of the party!! Includes baseball shirt, pants, belt and hat. Available in Kids Sizes Small, Medium and Large. This costume is a officially licensed High School Musical 2 product. Don’t want to go solo? Pair up with our kids Costumes.

Gettin’ Better — 40 Tips for Better Outside Hitting and Blocking (DVD) $39.99 With Bond Shymansky, Marquette University Head Coach; former Georgia Tech Head Volleyball Coach; 2004 ACC Coach of the YearThe common denominator of all great athletes is that they are constantly finding ways to get better and in this DVD, Bond Shymansky shares with you 40 tips to help you improve your blocking and outside hitting. Shymansky begins this presentation with Transition. The “T” position on the floor is the point where the three meter line meets the sideline. This is where players will transition back to each time. Footwork into the attack is left, right, left, staying open to the setter. Arm swing mechanics are important to outside hitters. Being a great shot maker and good arm swing mechanics can make a player a valuable part of the team. Instruction on tip shots demands that players use an open hand and make contact with all five fingers. Good vision allows tippers to tip to the opponents open area of the floor. By executing the same technique, but slowing down the arm swing, players can hit roll shots. The sweep is a shot close to the net that bounces off the opponents block. Another skill is tooling the block which requires vision, swings with the high elbow, and uses the same exchange and good swing mechanics. The high swing, line shot, and extreme angle shots are tools that outside hitters must master. This position requires versatility as players must be able to Pass, Defend, and Block to hitting transition. A one foot takeoff is also demonstrated and enables a player to hit with power. Blocking is also a main technique in becoming the best player you can be. The vision sequence spells out each key for blocking preparation. The sequence is ball-setter-ball-hitter. The key is to read the hitter’s tendencies, then apply them in your blocking skill. Hand and footwork mechanics, penetrating the net, keeping the eyes open, coiled position, and strong hands benefit the blocker. This information packed DVD is a must for any serious player looking to take their blocking and outside hitting to a new level! 85 minutes. 2006.

The Natural Hitter’s Drill Handbook Volume 1: 101 Basic Hitting Drills (Book) $19.95 Former MLB player Luis Ortiz offers this collection of over 100 basic hitting drills designed to help athletes improve in almost every area of hitting, including: drills to mentally prepare you to hit the ball hard, drills to put you in a position to swing with power, drills to discipline the head and see the ball better, drills to improve the mechanics of the swing path, drills to improve rotation and leg use during the swing, drills to develop bat speed and improve reaction, and drills to improve hitting strength and power.

‘Gettin’ Better’ – 40 Tips for Better Middle Hitting and Blocking (DVD) $39.99 With Bond Shymansky, Marquette University Head Coach; former Georgia Tech Head Volleyball Coach; 2004 ACC Coach of the YearTake your middle hitting and blocking to a new level! In “Gettin’ Better,” Georgia Tech head coach Bond Shymansky shares more than 40 tips to help you improve your middle hitting and blocking play. Intensity, footwork, getting open for a set and always communicating with your setter are keys for middle hitters. Teaching begins with the “ready hitting position.” The key is a fast exchange in which the wrist and elbow work in unison. Because of active defenders, hitting the ball in different directions is imperative for middle hitters. Directional hits include the left and right back 3-meter shot. The cross body swing, a deceptive skill against blockers at the net, and the basic tip, which includes the shallow and deep tip, are other techniques demonstrated. Techniques for the one-foot take off include the left “tempo” step and the left-right-left running motion. A middle hitter must have good transition footwork. “Dropping the Hammer” is another aspect of hitting at the net and is addressed here. Shymansky begins the blocking segment by discussing the vision sequence, which spells out each key for blocking preparation. Hand and footwork mechanics, penetrating the net, keeping the eyes open, coiled position and strong hands benefit the blocker. This incredible DVD is packed with tips and teaching points, and is a valuable tool to your middle hitting success – a must for aspiring volleyball players! 71 minutes. 2006.

Hitting and Base Running Workout – Baseball Training Video (VHS) $31.5 Discover the techniques and drills that will make you the most dangerous and dominating hitter on your team. Can you work the opposite field, hit behind the runner, and know when to do it? Learn how to bunt for hits, or the options on a sacrifice bunt. Use our game simulation format to make your preparation more effective and enjoyable. BONUS: Learn the proper fundamentals for becoming a deadly base-runner! Learn how and when to take a lead, the best time to break, and dozens of tips covering every base and game situation. This tape is a must for players and coaches at any level!

Cage Rat : Lessons from a Life in Baseball by the Hitting Coach of the Yankees $18.27 No Synopsis Available

Cage Rat : Lessons from a Life in Baseball by the Yankees Hitting Coach $11.69 No Synopsis Available

The Art and Science of Hitting .500: In Baseball and Fastpitch Softball at the Highest Levels of Competition $19.49 No Synopsis Available

A Coach’s Handbook: Maximizing the Hitting and Pitching Skills of a Young Baseball Player $9.7 No Synopsis Available

Dave Shoji’s Hitting and Serving Techniques: Exploiting Scoring Opportunities (DVD) $39.99 With coaching legend Dave Shoji;4x National Champion,9x WAC Coach of the YearIn this excellent two-part presentation, Coach Shoji presents techniques to help your team get the most out of all scoring opportunities. In the hitting section, Shoji concentrates on approach, arm swing and elevation to develop timing. He breaks down the mechanics of the arm swing and footwork of the approach and demonstrates drills to complement both areas. Shoji puts the arm swing and approach together to show the cross-court shot, the seam shot and the down the line shot. More advanced back row attacks are also discussed and demonstrated on the left, right and middle of the floor and four quick attack patterns designed to put pressure on the blockers are shown. In the serving section, Shoji explains the serving techniques that will help improve your team’s serving. Techniques for the float serve, the jump serve and the jump float serve are broken down into the toss, footwork, arm mechanics and hand contact. He also explains strategies to take advantage of the defense’s weakness and being able to serve to areas of the court. 54 minutes. 2006.

The Natural Hitter’s Drill Handbook Volume 2: 101 Advanced Hitting Drills (Book) $19.95 Former MLB player Luis Ortiz offers this collection of over 100 advanced hitting drills designed to help athletes improve in almost every area of hitting. Includes drills to develop a balanced stance and improve the mental approach, drills to put the hitter in a position to hit and see the ball well, drills to improve recognition and tracking of the ball, drills to improve the mechanics of the swing, drills to improve the use of the hands during the swing, drills to improve bat speed and reaction time, and drills to improve hitting strength and power. This large format book is thoroughly illustrated with 250 clear photographs.

Ron Jackson’s Hitting Factory: Becoming a Champion Hitter! (DVD) $29.99 With Ron Jackson, former Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach, 2004 World Champions!Ron Jackson is making history as hitting coach for the Boston Red Sox. Under Jackson’s coaching, the World Champion Boston Red Sox led nearly every offensive category in Major League Baseball in 2003-2004, including batting average, runs, hits, doubles, extra-bases, total bases, sacrifice flies, slugging percentage, on-base percentage, and RBI’s, setting all-time major league records for extra-base hits (649), total bases (2,832), and slugging percentage (.491), and capturing a World Series title in 2004! There is no question; Ron Jackson is one of the best hitting coaches of all-time! In this comprehensive hitting DVD, Jackson covers everything you need to know to be a “champion hitter”. He begins by sharing what kind of hitter everyone should strive to be: the characteristics, attitude, mental toughness, approach, hitting roles, and the practice and preparation routines for successful hitters. Jackson then breaks down every aspect of the swing in a step-by-step progression, teaching the proper fundamentals from the stance, proper balance, load and stride positions, body movement, contact points, and follow-through. Jackson also explains how to maximize plate coverage and how to become a better two-strike and off-speed hitter. The principles and fundamentals shared in this video are for players at all levels and abilities, from little league to the major leagues! 66 minutes. 2005.

Coaching Baseball For Dummies $9.99 If you are a baseball fan, then coaching youth baseball is one the most enjoyable and rewarding activities you’ll experience. But what if you’ve never coached before? Or you haven’t played the game in a while and have forgot some key points to the sport? No worries! Coaching Baseball for Dummies guides you through the rules of the game, explaining all the essential skills and the best ways to teach them to your players. Covering different age groups and great practice routines, this guide is all you need to have a fun-filled season. You’ll discover how to: Fulfill the role of being a coach and parent Develop a coaching philosophy Understand how your league works Evaluate your team Teach your players fundamentals Understand all kinds of children Create your practice plan Prepare for game day Overcome challenges and problems This plain-English guide also shows you how to run all kinds of drills, from hitting and pitching to fielding and base running. And when your team is tense or low on morale, it shows you how to relax your players and keep them focused on the game. There are also suggestions for making your season, and theirs, a memorable one. Coaching Baseball for Dummies shows you how much fun it can be to train kids to be athletes, have good sportsmanship, and work together as a team.

Anderson NanoTek XP (-10) Youth Baseball Bat $149.98 Features: NanoTek alloy is stronger and more resilient than steel, providing ultimate performance and expanding the LaunchPad hitting area The patent pending Anderson LaunchPad is an integral blend of complex nano-metallic and aluminum alloys that are molecularly bonded to create a barrel structure resulting in a single metal wall By elastically strengthening just the hitting area, and efficiently relocating the design captured weight right behind the ball, the LaunchPad is allowed to flex in unison with the underlying aluminum shell Taper Flex design increases efficiency and performance while reducing vibration Ultra-Thin Whip Handle is designed to increase bat speed and eliminate vibration Tru-Flex End Cap maximizes performance Ergonomically designed knob helps maintain proper mechanics through the swing while minimizing the risk of injury 2¼” barrel Meets 1.15 BPF standard Approved for play in Little League and all other youth associations

Youth Baseball Series Tape 3: Pitching Mechanics and Drills (DVD) $29.99 With Steve Smith,Head Coach,Baylor University In this video Smith teaches and demonstrates drills for mastering basic pitching mechanics. He discusses warm-ups (the importance of and the proper amount of time to spend per drill) and key components of the delivery (balance, direction, and timing.) He explains and demonstrates a sequence of drills for working on the delivery of a pitch. He concludes with drills for cooling down the arm. 2000. 35 minutes.

Alfonso Soriano Chicago Cubs – Hitting – Autographed 8×10 Photograph $121.99 This 8×10 photograph has been personally hand signed by Alfonso Soriano. It is officially licensed by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Chipper Jones Autographed 8×10 Photograph Details: Atlanta Braves, Hitting $177.99 This 8×10 photo has been personally hand signed by Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones. This product is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

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Matt Holliday Colorado Rockies – Hitting – Autographed 8×10 Photograph $49 This 8×10 photograph has been personally hand signed by former Colorado Rockies left fielder Matt Holliday. It is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Ryne Sandberg Chicago Cubs – Hitting – Autographed 8×10 Photograph $112.99 This 8×10 photo has been personally hand signed by Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg. Sandberg established himself as a perennial All-Star and Gold Glove candidate- making 10 consecutive All-Star appearances and winning 9 consecutive Gold Gloves from 1983 to 1991. His career .989 fielding percentage is a major league record at second base. This product is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories   To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Ichiro Suzuki Seattle Mariners – Hitting – Framed Autographed 16×20 Photograph $465.99 This framed 16×20 photo has been personally hand signed by the Seattle Mariners center fielder Ichiro Suzuki. This piece comes double matted in team colors and framed in a black frame. This product is officially licensed by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud. The finished piece measures 22 1/2″ x 27″ x 1″ and is ready to hang in any home or office.

Mark Grace Chicago Cubs – Hitting – Autographed 16×20 Photograph $96.99 This 16×20 photo has been personally hand signed by the Chicago Cubs first baseman Mark Grace. Mark began his career with the Chicago Cubs in 1988 before being traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2001. The first baseman has had a successful career- carrying a lifetime batting average of .303 with 1-146 RBI’s and a slugging percentage of .442. This product is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Anderson Nanotek CP (-12) Coach Pitch Baseball Bat $119.99 Features: K-Series alloy has a greater yield value and added strength that allows for a lighter, more responsive, and larger Effective Hitting Area Acoustic Enhancement Technology uses NASA-developed sound attenuation foam to absorb offensive sound waves without affecting the productive vibrational energy Taper Flex design increases efficiency and performance while reducing vibration Ultra-Thin Whip Handle is designed to increase bat speed and eliminate vibration Tru-Flex End Cap maximizes performance Ergonomically designed knob helps maintain proper mechanics through the swing while minimizing the risk of injury 2¾” barrel

Hitting Station $536.35 Perfect for hitting practice – whether off of a tee or taking soft toss2 3/8" diameter galvanized steel constructionInstalled dimensions are 10'H x 11'W x 1 1/2" DNet is 1.75" mesh #504 knotless HTTPCable along the bottom of net keeps the ball containedCan be installed permanently or semi permanent with provided ground sleeves

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Swing II (Video) by Tom Emanski (VHS) $21.74 This clearance price is only good while supplies last. If you need MORE than one quantity, please call Online Sports: 800-856-2638.This tape provides a complete training program based on the actual swing mechanics of the accomplished professional hitter. This video was created during actual instructional classes at the Baseball World Training Center. (1994, 55 minutes)To order the Mechanics of the Swing II in DVD format, click here.To order the Tom Emanski 6 Tape Video Series click here.

T-Ball Individual Player Practice Baseball Training (Video) (VHS) $31.5 Kids want to play sports, parents want their kids to play sports. Here is a practice program for youngsters to have fun with. Fundamental drills and skills converted into fun and games that your player can do with you on a daily bases and have fun doing. Over 20 drills, tips, and fundamentals for fielding, hitting, throwing, catching, and running. Quality time for you and quality practice and fun for them. This easy to use practice program is a must for everyone!

50 Things a Hitter Needs to Do to Be Successful at the Plate (DVD) $35.82 50 Things a Hitter Needs to Do to Be Successful at the Plate presents a detailed overview of the basic fundamentals and techniques involved in sound hitting. Based upon his experiences and observations when he played professional baseball, Luis explains and demonstrates each factor in an easy-to-understand and apply manner. The DVD is designed to be appropriate for baseball coaches and players at all competitive levels. Among the topics covered: expecting to succeed, knowing yourself as a hitter, reading the pitcher, knowing the hitting situation, being consistent, adhering to sound mechanics, and making adjustments.

They Kept It Quiet : Temple University’s number one baseball player in the nation in 1984 hitting Triples $24.37 No Synopsis Available

The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League Record Book: Comprehensive Hitting, Fielding and Pitching Statistics $64.94 No Synopsis Available

Callaway 6Tri-Ball Hitting Net $99.99 Callaway 6 Tri-Ball Hitting Net The Callaway 6 Tri-Ball Hitting Net features a large hitting area with a unique shape that allows for use with all clubs from the driver to wedges. It sports super strong mesh netting, is easy to set up and take down, and can be used indoors and outdoors.

BlastBall!™ Complete Baseball / TeeBall Set $131.27 PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CANNOT SHIP VIA 3-DAY DELIVERY.BlastBall!™, the fun alternative to traditional T-Ball, uses an exclusive “Honking” base to entertain younger players, adding excitement to the game. The rules are simple and call for a faster paced game in which all of the players are involved and “on their toes” at all times. Not only does BlastBall!™ keep the kids’ attention and focus, it also helps develop their hitting, catching, fielding, throwing, and base running skills. Everything you need is included in the set: Honking BlastBase™, BlastBat™, BlastBalls™, BlastTee™, Distance Marker and Foul Cone.PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CANNOT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA.

Hitting Fundamentals and Techniques (DVD) $35.82 Hitting Fundamentals and Techniques presents a detailed overview of the key aspects involved in sound hitting. In a step-by-step manner, each element of sound hitting is explained and demonstrated. The DVD also features a series of developmental drills that coaches can employ to develop the fundamentals, techniques, and skills of their hitters. The DVD is appropriate for coaches and players at all competitive levels. Among the topics covered: hitting fundamentals, hitting techniques, and drills.

Official Kids Book of Baseball $9.7 No Synopsis Available

Slap Hitting for Softball (DVD) $35.82 Slap Hitting for Softball presents a detailed overview of how to effectively put the ball in play and exert pressure on the defense. In an easy-to-understand and apply manner, the DVD reviews the key factors involved in sound slap hitting. The DVD is designed for both beginning and experienced slap hitters. Among the topics covered: proper footwork for slap hitting, developmental drills for slap hitting, putting pressure on the defense, drag bunting, and coaching pointers.

Callaway 8 Hitting Net $199.99 Callaway Golf 8 Hitting Net: This Callaway Golf hitting net measures 8 (H) x 7 (W) x 8 (D), providing ample room to practice your drive or chip shots. Its unique, large square hitting area is made from super strong mesh netting and set up and take down are a snap.

Mechanics $16 No Synopsis Available

Hitting The Mark $2.39 With grifters hanging from every branch of her family tree Danni Ford was trying to do the impossibleplay it straight. Until an undercover G-man played her with a few tricks of his ownThe tip-off should have been the way Eric”s gaze met hers only when they talked dirty. So Eric was using her to trap her shady relatives. He was still off-the-charts sexywhy shouldn”t she get something pleasurable from this con?Danni”s revenge is going to be very very sweetand it will start with tying up her FBI agent boyfriend con man to get to the truth. Before he discovers her secrets first!

Hitting The Brakes $5.49 Different sides… of the same team!Since taking over PDQ Racing, widowed businessman and single dad Jim Latimer is out of his element. Truth is, Jim knows next to nothing about stock car racing. On the positive side, however, the new position means a lot more time with PDQ publicity rep Anita Wolcott.But while they totally click outside the racing arena, Anita and Jim can’t quite see eye to eye when it comes to PDQ Racing. For Jim, each damaged car is a bundle of money gone in a cloud of oily smoke. Anita, on the other hand, knows that car crashes come with the territory. And as every minute they spend together emphasizes their obvious differences, Anita wonders…is a future with Jim a dangerous investment?

Baseball World’s Video Series II (Video) by Tom Emanski – 7 Tape Set (VHS) $116.99 All seven Baseball World instructional videos:Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League BaserunnerTeaching The Mechanics Of The Major League SwingTeaching The Mechanics Of The Major League CatcherTeaching The Mechanics Of The Major League PitcherTeaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Defensive Strategy 101Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Defensive DrillsTeaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Dynamic Practice OrganizationsAuthor: Tom Emanski.

Toddler Little Slugger Baseball Costume – Kids Halloween Costumes $18.97 Sports Costumes – This Toddler Little Slugger Baseball Costume includes the coverall with a red muscle chest and jersey printing, printed belt and white pants, and the baseball hat.

Hands Are Not for Hitting $9.22 No Synopsis Available

Hitting in the Clutch $13.6 No Synopsis Available

Hitting the Ice $12.43 No Synopsis Available

Strike Zone – Baseball $206.43 Heavy Duty design clamps to posts 2-1/2" to 4"D Creates great warm-up/hitting station.

BaseBall Girl Costume – Sports Costumes $18.97 Kids Halloween Costumes – This pink and white Baseball Girl Costume includes the dress with belt and the cap.

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Pitcher (Video) by Tom Emanski (VHS) $29.95 Back to the basics video emphasizes increasing velocity, improving control and how to maintain a healthy arm. Segments include positioning, footwork, weight shift, leg drive and follow through. Also discusses pick-off moves. Learn the same fundamentally sound delivery techniques of today’s accomplished professional pitchers to dramatically improve your velocity and control.A complete training program based on the same techniques featured at Baseball World’s Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Baseball World’s school trained teams have won back to back to back AAU National Championship tournaments, setting many offensive and defensive records . . . These same techniques helped the 16 year old U.S.A. Pan Am team capture gold ! Discover the secrets of America’s finest Baseball School!Published: 1995Length: 48 minutesTo order the Mechanics of the Pitcher in DVD format, click here.To order the Tom Emanski 6 Tape Video Series click here.

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Pitcher DVD by Tom Emanski $19.95 Back to the basics video emphasises increasing velocity, improving control and how to maintain a healthy arm. Segments include positioning, footwork, weight shift, leg drive and follow through. Also discusses pick-off moves.Learn the same fundamentally sound delivery techniques of today’s accomplished professional pitchers to dramatically improve your velocity and control.A complete training program based on the same techniques featured at Baseball World’s Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Baseball World’s school trained teams have won back to back to back AAU National Championship tournaments, setting many offensive and defensive records . . . These same techniques helped the 16 year old U.S.A. Pan Am team capture gold ! Discover the secrets of America’s finest Baseball School!Published: 1995Length: 48 minutesTo order the Mechanics of the Pitcher in VHS format, click here.To order the Tom Emanski 6 Tape Video Series click here.

Hitting for Power (DVD) $35.82 Hitting for Power teaches new training concepts to add power and distance to any swing. The DVD includes game-tested drills for warming up, balance, timing, and live batting practice. The DVD also features demonstrations of proper hitting technique and drill execution for indoor and outdoor practices. The drills that have allowed Tony’s teams to lead the league in hitting and homeruns are explained and shown in detail. Among the topics covered: plate coverage, grip, athletic position, balance-beam drill, five absolutes to power, warm-up drills, and timing drills.

Jugs Hitting Stick $23.04 Increase the hitter's mental concentration by hitting a ball with small bat. 30 inch. 16 oz. wood bat Designed to be used with the JUGS SMALL-BALL Machine

Baseball For Dummies $11.99 “Joe Morgan again shows himself a rare bird: an ex-jock with savvy and the ability to communicate it.” —People “This book has something for everybody, from longtime fans to Little Leaguers.” —New York Newsday Baseball For Dummies, Third Edition, is for baseball fans at all levels, from players and coaches to spectators who love the game. Baseball Hall of Fame player and ESPN baseball analyst Joe Morgan explains baseball with remarkable insight, using down-to-earth language so everyone from the casual observer to the die-hard fan can gain a fuller appreciation of the sport. This updated edition features: Everything you need to know about the game, from what it takes to play each position and how to hit and run the bases to what to watch for in the game and how to appreciate the finer points of the sport Coverage of new star players, new stadiums, and game milestones The lowdown on today’s baseball Web resources The latest on stats and sabermetrics The inside story on the new steroid rules From how to throw a knuckleball or hit an inside pitch to how to keep a scorecard or pick a winning fantasy league team, Morgan covers all the bases, showing you how to get the most out of the game. You’ll see how to: Improve your hitting, pitching, and fielding Find a team to play on, from Little League on up Evaluate stats, players, and records Coach or umpire effectively Get more out of a trip to the ballpark Complete with Morgan’s personal lists of top-ten pitchers, fielders, and relievers, as well as new quotes from Derek Jeter and Keith Hernandez, Baseball For Dummies gives you all the inside tips, facts, and stats so you can play like a Major Leaguer!

Jugs Lite Flite Practice Baseball (dzn) $34.04 A sponge-like texture makes this ball ideal for indoor hitting without a cage. Keeps its original shape coming out of machine, regardless of speed and throws true at normal hitting distances. Great for offensive and defensive drills. Available in regulation baseball and softball sizes in optic yellow.

Coaching Youth Baseball the Ripken Way – 1st Edition (Book) $16.95 Coaching young players, developing their skills, and cultivating a love for the sport may be the most rewarding experience baseball can offer. Cal and Bill Ripken understand this like few others.From their father, Cal Sr., a legend in the Baltimore Orioles organization for 37 years, they learned to play the game the right way. Those lessons, paired with their combined 33 years of big league experience, helped develop the Ripken Way, a method of teaching the game through simple instruction, solid explanations, encouragement, and a positive atmosphere. In Coaching Youth Baseball the Ripken Way, Cal and Bill share this approach to coaching and development.Whether you’re teaching your children at home, managing the local travel team, or working with high school-level players, Coaching Youth Baseball the Ripken Way will help you make a difference both on and off the field, with these features:More than 50 drills covering defense, hitting, pitching, and base runningAge-specific practice plans for players ranging from 4 to 15+ Strategies for setting goals and reasonable expectations for your players and teamAdvice on communicating with parents, players, and staffMethods for creating a positive and fun environment in which kids can learn the skills and strategies of the gameBill Ripken was once voted by his peers as one of the big league players most likely to become a manager. Cal Ripken, Jr., known as baseball’s Iron Man, is a member of the game’s All-Century Team and a future Hall of Famer. Together, they are proof positive that the Ripken Way is the right way to teach the game of baseball.12/15/2006 copyright, 264 pages.

Becoming a Champion: Hitting (DVD) $29.99 With John Dunning, Head Coach,Head Coach Stanford University, 2004 & 2001 NCAA Champs;former University of Pacific Head Coach,1985 & 1986 NCAA Champions This video is the most comprehensive personalized instruction available and a must for improving your game! Dunning approaches hitting from the basics while always keeping an eye on more advanced skills. Dunning begins with an explanation of some of the attributes to effective hitting: Vision, Ball Speed, Ball Control, Attitude, Becoming a student of the Game, and Hitting Off-line. He then proceeds to lead you towards these skills by beginning with the basics and moving towards the more complex skills . all with the goal of power, precision, and injury prevention! Dunning shares sequential individual ball control progressions in each of the eight different parts of the video. The eight parts are: Part 1: Topspin and Ball Control, Part 2: Placement Hitting and Accuracy, Part 3: Sets and Timing, Part 4: Focus on Landing, Part 5: Offensive Strategy and Off-Direction, Part 6: One-Legged Attacking, Part 7: Training for Right and Left Handed Players, and Part 8: Drills for Hitting Control.57 minutes. 2002. ISBN 1-56404-969-8.

MLB Bloopers Funny Side Of Baseball $8.74 Rated: NRSynopsis: If Major League Baseball was just pitching, hitting and defense, there wouldn’t be anything funny about it. But there are pranks. And practical jokes. And the funniest on-the-field baseball mishaps and brain cramps this side of the new millennium that must be seen to be believed.From sprinklers gone awry to bugs where they don’t belong to players coming to the ballpark on skateboards and rickshaws, MLB Bloopers: The Funny Side Of Baseball delivers the laughs and is the perfect DVD for baseball fans who both love their sport and more than a little comic relief.

Hitting Drills (DVD) $39.99 With Jay Martel, San Diego State University Assistant CoachThis is a “must-have” video for all coaches and players that are looking to improve hitting! Coach Martel has numerous years of experience at the local and regional level in San Diego, coaching players of all ages and abilities and was also a successful prep player and played professionally with the St. Louis Cardinals organization. In this video, Martel does an excellent job of explaining and demonstrating different effective hitting drills including different Tee Drills and Toss Drills. All of the drills help teach and reinforce proper body positioning, bat control, head positioning, and hand positioning. Teaching these techniques and using repetitions allows players to use the entire field, which will increase their batting averages. All of the drills are ideal for team practices and many of the drills are well-suited for players to use to perfect their hitting skills on their own!45 minutes. 2003.

Fit Kids For Life: A Parent’s Guide To Optimal Nutrition & Training For Young Athletes $7.99 Exercise and Nutrition Guidelines for Active Kids When we look back on childhood we realize that ”exercise” was a lot like play. We enjoyed running playing tag or hitting a baseball just because it felt good. However it’s apparent that staying active even as kids has become the exception. The statistics are depressing: up to a third of children in the United States are obese. And overweight kids become overweight adults. Parents play a significant role in keeping their children fit and healthy. Good nutrition and exercise learned as a child can mean a long and active life as an adult. This book can help you foster these healthy habits in your children. Kids can safely use resistance training to get fit for recreational activities and sports. Weight lifting will allow your child to build strength prevent injury and improve motor skills. This book includes coaching tips gender-specific workouts and training programs. The more kids exercise and participate in sports the more calories and nutrients they need. Athletics create more nutritional demands on the body especially when a hectic and unhealthy eating schedule has become a habit. Parents and young athletes need to understand the importance of high-quality nutrition. You’ll find general dietary guidelines for healthy eating for active kids as well as tips on pre- and post-exercise nutrition staying hydrated while exercising and healthy snacks. Fit Kids for Life will help you keep young athletes injury free active and healthy right into adulthood.

The Art of Slap Hitting (DVD) $39.99 With Steve Miner,San Diego St. University Assistant Coach;former Madison (CA) High School Head Girls Softball Coach; 206-84 (.710) as a high school coach, 3X CIF Championships, 11X League ChampionshipsCoach Miner introduced slap hitting at the national level in 1976. Miner’s crossover-step slap hitting technique ignited a new trend in softball. Starting with footwork, Miner shares his coaching points on slap hitting. Starting in the back of the box, making a crossover step with the toe to the plate, and keeping shoulder and bat back are fundamental keys. To be an effective slap hitter, players must make contact with the ball at or behind the plate. Using live and slow motion video, Miner is able to show the proper techniques presented in this DVD. The drag bunt is also a focus of this presentation. Footwork and shoulder turn are similar, but the drag bunt is executed with one hand on the bat. Also discussed is “The Vig,” a type of hit that is disguised as a bunt. Once the second baseman moves to cover first, the hitter strives to hit it into that hole by executing the Vig. Also included are drills and full pitch practice. Miner encourages future “slappers” to use these techniques to develop into an excellent hitter. The teaching in this DVD will show any team why and how to add slap hitting to your offensive attack this season! 36 minutes. 2006.

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Catcher DVD by Tom Emanski $19.95 Learn the fundamentals of receiving pitches, throwing techniques, blocking techniques, and footwork drills. In this DVD, 7 excellent points are covered by a catching instructor at Baseball World and a former pupil who now catches in the major leagues. The seven areas include: Signal position, distance from batter and splitting home plate, stance with no one on base, receiving the pitch, positioning with runners on base, how to grip the ball, and blocking pitches. Demonstrates proper weight distribution in the catching position, arm and hand positioning, framing pitches, plus fielding the pop-up and bunt. Also discusses the proper throwing techniques for gunning down base stealers. Learn the fundamentals of catching/receiving pitches, throwing techniques, blocking techniques, and footwork drills. Drills are also found in the video which are essential in achieving proper mechanics.This DVD provides a complete catcher’s training program based on the same drills featured at the Youth AAU Baseball World Training Center. This is a complete training program based on the same techniques featured at Baseball World’s Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Baseball World’s school trained teams have won back to back to back AAU National Championship tournaments, setting many offensive and defensive records . . . These same techniques helped the 16 year old U.S.A. Pan Am team capture gold ! Discover the secrets of America’s finest Baseball School!Published: 1996Length: 32 minutes.To order the Mechanics Of The Major League Catcher in VHS format, click here.To order the Tom Emanski 6 Tape Video Series click here.

Teaching The Mechanics Of The Major League Baserunner DVD by Tom Emanski $19.95 This video captures the essentials of the oft-overlooked art of running bases. With Tom Emanski and Shawn Pender, professional scout and NCAA record-holder in base stealing, showing the fundamentals of baserunning and stealing. Learn how to take medium to large leads and get back to the bag. Also learn proper footwork, steal and slide techniques used on the bases, as well as how to read right and left handers’ pick-off moves! This video is filled with drills to improve your baserunning skills! This is an insightful, extensive guide sure to increase every coach’s knowledge of the basepaths and will be a welcome addition to your baseball library. Learn the 9, 11 and 13 foot lead and returns as well as the revolutionary dollar-bill grab stealing technique. New drills to improve speed, rounding the bases, reading pick-off moves plus much more.A complete training program based on the same techniques featured at Baseball World’s Training Center in Orlando, Florida. Baseball World’s school trained teams have won back to back to back AAU National Championship tournaments, setting many offensive and defensive records . . . These same techniques helped the 16 year old U.S.A. Pan Am team capture gold ! Discover the secrets of America’s finest . . . Baseball School!Published:1995Length: 71 minutesTo order the Mechanics of the Baserunner in VHS format, click here.

Kevin Youkilis Autographed Photograph Details: Boston Red Sox, 8×10, Hitting, Silver Ink $133.99 This 8×10 photo has been personally hand signed by the Boston Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis. This product is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Kevin Youkilis Autographed Photograph Details: Boston Red Sox, 8×10, White Jersey, Hitting $133.99 This 8×10 photograph has been personally hand signed by the Boston Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkilis. It is officially licensed and authenticated by Major League Baseball and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.