The Total Pitching Program
by Daron Schoenrock

Offensive Practice Orgnization video by Mitch Gaspard - Assistant Baseball Coach , University of Alabama

Putting together a practice plan for your baseball team takes several things, knowledge of your resources, an understanding of the team you have and the desire to do things the way they should be done. Coach Mitch Gaspard covers how to organize an offensive practice plan for your baseball team.

Pitching Tips video by Butch Thompson - Assistant Baseball Coach , Auburn University

Coach Butch Thompson of Auburn University has a few pitching tips to help raise the tempo of the game and to help your pitchers learn to focus.

Baseball Warm Up and Stretching video by Steve Tamborra - Strength Coach , Georgia Tech

Healthy baseball players translate into winning games and one of the biggest factors in keeping them healthy is a proper warm up routine.

Baseball - Hitting Fundamentals video by Tommy Raffo - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

This series of hitting drills helps build the perfect batting swing by taking a batter through each step of the swing and helps the hitter learn the "feel" of a perfect batting swing.

Baserunning video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Mississippi State's Coach McNickle covers the fundamentals of baserunning and demonstrates drills that will make your baserunners round the bases!

Hitting The Baseball: Things to be aware of video by Mike Lane - Head Baseball Coach , University of North Alabama

Hitting the baseball is how you get your team's offense going. Coach Lane covers hitting the different pitches, then moves to troubleshooting hitters in this baseball series.

Baseball Defense video by Brian Shoop - Head Baseball Coach , Birmingham Southern College

Coach Brian Shoop covers baseball defense in this hot stove session at the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association convention. This is a GREAT session for high school and youth league coaches!

Pitching: Making The Arm Strong video by Mike Lane

Mike Lane (Head Baseball Coach at The University of North Alabama) speaks at baseball coaching clinics world wide and is known as one of the countries top pitching coaches. In this clinic setting, Coach Lane discusses and demonstrates exercises to strengthen your pitchers throwing arm...and keep the pitching arm healthy during the season!

Lessons Learned video by Jerry Kindall

Jerry Kindall former Head Baseball Coach at the University of Arizona has a lot of knowledge in the form of hard life lessons he's learned. Filmed at the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association clinic, Coach Kindall shares things we should all know.

Baseball Pitching Checklist by Mike Lane

Pitching is a complex process with many steps to get the right delivery each and every time. Coach Lane gives us a checklist to use as we teach our baseball pitchers proper pitching form and technique.

Core Training: Incorporating Strength and Speed into a Safe Practice Warm-Up video by Tristan Tillette

Tristan Tillette of Elite Sports Performance gives a hands-on, non-stop clinic session as he leads athletes through an incredible Warm-Up to maximize performance and minimize the risk of injury. Recognizing that no sport is simply a two-dimension, linear experience, Coach Tillette incorporates a number of drill variations into practice to work muscles in a 360 degree environment. The athletes feel the difference immediately and continue the multiple drill progression that go from stretching and flexibility to firing up the muscles for speed and strength drills. This warm-up will work for athletes in any sport.

Coaching Baseball: Team Building video by Jan Weisberg - Head Baseball Coach , Birmingham-Southern College

"Unless we learn how to do things together we are just going to be spinning our wheels." ~ Jan Weisberg, Head Baseball Coach, Birmingham Southern College. This video series isn't just for baseball coaches. Anyone who is a Coach or leader, whether in sports or in any capacity, will benefit from this clinic on Team Building. Coach Weisberg talks about what it takes to form uniquely talented individuals into a successful whole.

Coaching Baseball: Developing Catchers video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Twenty percent of what happens in a baseball game is determined by how the catcher performs - how he establishes angles, receives the baseball. Obviously that means the role of the catcher is critical to the overall success of the baseball team. Mississippi State Baseball Coaches Russ McNickle and Wade Hedges share some effective techniques and drills for developing strong and skilled catchers in this baseball clinic presentation. The key is quality not quantity, and being creative in developing a practice routine that's effective.

Coaching Baseball: Pitching Fundamentals video by Mike Lane - Head Baseball Coach , University of North Alabama

Coaching Baseball: Pitching Fundamentals Part Seven (Broadband Dial-Up) A lot of research has been done in the last 15 years on the mechanics of the body in various sports. The best coaches have incorporated the findings from this research into the way they coach pitching. It's not just about improving the skill of the pitcher, it's about preventing injury. In this baseball clinic series, Coach Mike Lane goes over the fundamentals of pitching using various drills while teaching proper body mechanics and techniques for maximum pitch power.

Baseball Skills: Catching video by Wes Brooks - Head Baseball Coach , Oxford High School

Coach Wes Brooks is on the field during this Baseball Clinic series on Catching. Through discussion, demonstration, and drills, Coach covers Framing, Blocking, and Throwing the Out. The catcher's position under various field scenarios and in response to different types of pitches are demonstrated making this a great catching techniques series for coaches and players.

Baseball: Umpire Positions and Responsibilities video by Joe Willis , Alabama USSSA

Umpiring is a hard job. Whether your call is right or wrong, half the field (and the stands) are going to be unhappy. That's why umpires need to ensure as much as possible, that they are knowledgeable and willing to make the call. In this baseball video series, Umpire Joe Willis discusses the responsibilities of the plate umpire and demonstrates umpire positions based on the field action. It's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it - preferably someone with skill, like Willis.

Baseball Pitching Skills: Delivery Drills video by Mick Fieldbinder - Assistant Baseball Coach , Samford University

Coach Fieldbinder begins this baseball pitching series with an overview of pitching skills and building on the strengths of individual pitchers. This delivery drills progression can be used with any pitching style to maximize the power and consistency of your pitchers. Coach begins with the basics and builds to a daily practice routine that's sure to help your players develop effective pitching skills.

Baseball Skills: Infield Play video by Mike Lane - Head Baseball Coach , University of North Alabama

Often at the high school and even college level there is little instruction offered on Infield Play. This baseball video series begins with the fundamentals of Infield skills and progresses through catching the baseball to throwing across the Infield. This is a great series focusing on stance, catching techniques, and finger position on the baseball during the throw.

Baseball: Umpiring Management video by Joe Willis , Alabama USSSA

In the game of Baseball, umpires often get over-looked.... until there's a controversial call. Yet, good umpires are essential to a successful league. Coaches, parents, and athletes need to understand the do's and don'ts when it comes to umpiring. Joe Willis is the Umpire in Charge (UIC) for 31 North USSSA State. In this baseball video series, Willis discusses Umpire Management, including organization, training, and game-time responsibilities. In a profession doing your best means that you still only make 50% of the people happy. That's why proper management is essential. In this series, Willis tells us how it's done.

Baseball Skills: Hitting Fundamentals video by Mike Lane - Head Baseball Coach , University of North Alabama

Coach Mike Lane, Head Baseball coach for the University of North Alabama, takes us through the fundamentals of hitting in this baseball video series. Beginning with the elements of a good stance during all phases of the hit, Coach proceeds to through numerous hitting drills. The "Stop the Bat" Drill, the Swivel Tee, and various Short Screen Drills help players learn all aspects of effective hitting.

Travel Teams: Organization and Management video by Ricky Diehl

Coach Ricky Diehl of the Viper Baseball Academy discusses Travel Team Management in this video series. While Coach's game is baseball, the fundamentals of Travel Team organization and management are the same regardless of the sport. From the first parents' meeting BEFORE the season starts to Tournament Selection to Practice Organization, this series covers all aspects of managing a Travel Team.

Questions for the Coach - Audio Interview by Daron Schoenrock - Head Baseball Coach , University of Memphis

MyCoachOnline called Daron Schoenrock, Head Baseball Coach for the Memphis Tigers and author of "The Total Pitching Program." We had some Pitching questions and new Coach Rock would have the answers. Pitch Loads. Combating Fatigue. Off-Season Work-Outs. College Baseball versus the Minor Leagues. Click the link to hear what Coach Rock has to say on all this and more!

Baseball Skills: Fielding a Fly Ball video by Tommy Raffo - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

"I got it! I got it! I got it!" That's the sound of baseball.....an outfielder preparing to catch the ball. It's not about ego or taking center stage. It's about communication. Catching a Fly Ball in baseball requires skill and technique. This baseball video series covers the mechanics of catching a fly ball. Proper positioning for the catch, as well as communication skills in the outfield are demonstrated. Good communication in the outfield is essential to a baseball team's success. The baseball drills in these videos are can easily be incorporated into team practice or while practicing at home. ( That is, if neighbors don't mind the sound of "I got it! ringing in their ears.)

Baseball Batting Practice: Small Ball Drill video by Russ Sneed , MS State baseball

Small Ball? C'mon... you coaches know what this is all about. Using an undersized, lightweight ball during batting practice is great for working on eye-hand coordination! Batters learn how to track the ball from the time it leaves the pitcher's hand until the swing (or not to swing, that is the question). The Small Ball Batting Drill can be done with the short toss, the side toss, or with a pitching machine. Doesn't hurt that using an undersized ball makes a real baseball look huge in comparison either!

Baseball Skills: Infielding Fundamentals video by Greg Drye , MS State baseball

Playing infield requires the ability to throw well. That's a given. But, to throw the ball, you first have to field the ball. From the Ready Position through the Throw, Coach Greg Drye, Assistant Baseball Coach at Mississippi State, discusses and demonstrates the fundamentals of Baseball Infielding. Step by step Coach covers footwork, arm-hand-glove position, throwing position, and more. From Prep Steps to the last Shuffle, this baseball infielding video series offers skills and techniques for successful Infielding.

Baseball Batting Practice: The Side Toss Drill video by Wade Hedges - Assistant Baseball Coach

Mississippi State Pitching Coach Wade Hedges demonstrates the Side Toss Drill. The Side Toss Drill is a simple baseball drill that allows players to work in pairs. One player is the Tosser and controls the drill. The other is the Hitter. It's the Tosser's job to help the Hitter get the most out of this drill by varying the direction of the toss. Great for Batting Practice!

Baseball Pitching Mechanics: Fundamentals, Coaching Techniques, and Drills video by Gordie Gillespie , Ripon College

Coach Gordie Gillespie uses his knowledge and passion of baseball to offer this effective approach to coaching Pitching Mechanics. Beginning with the fundamentals, Coach discusses the "teachable" skills involved in pitching, and the essential secondary skills that develop as a result. This baseball video series is packed with information and practical techniques that are great for coaches and pitchers at any level of play. The approach is simple, practical, doesn't cost a lot of money, and best of all.....it works! This teaching progression on pitching gives you mechanics, drills, and the "home-made" tools to help you get your pitchers to the top of their game.

Baseball Skills: Bunting video by Wade Hedges - Assistant Baseball Coach

It’s time for BP…. Batting Practice that is! The key to an effective baseball batting practice is to make every practice as “game like” as possible. Use this batting cage drill to learn how. Using live pitchers in the batting cages instead of machines and limiting the number of swings per rotation, simulate game conditions to increase a player’s confidence and comfort level when at bat. And, as always, the biggest part of practice is repetition, repetition, repetition!

Baseball Skills: Momentum and Direction video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Making a great play is only part of what a great baseball player does. Hiss coach should be prepared to help him learn how to transfer the baseball to his throwing hand and use his body to develop the momentum to get the ball where it needs to be.

Coaching Baseball: Building A Successful Baseball Program video by Brent Barker - Athletic Director , Faulkner State Community College

There are a number of different facets that go in to building a successful baseball program, from honing the skills of players to raising money for equipment and facility improvements. In this video series, Coach Brent Barker presents an excellent overview of some useful strategies to put your baseball program on the road to success. With an emphasis on involving players in all aspects of the program, you'll learn tasks to help you get the job done. A strategy for organizing baseball practices, which includes a good warm-up and multiple agility and strength workstations helps construct a good foundation for successful performance. Pitching, hitting, and fielding drills are all incorporated into a similar workstation approach. Insights are shared about how to encourage your players both on an individual and team level to build pride in your baseball program and a strong sense of belonging. With the combined efforts of your coaches and players, there are a number of creative ways to raise money for your baseball program throughout the community and outlying areas. The videos on fundraising will provide you with the details. Watch and learn!

Baseball Signals: How to Create an Effective System video by Ron Polk - Head Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Remember the old Abbott and Costello Baseball routine? You know the one... "Who's on First"? Miscommunication at its funniest! But, when you're on the baseball field, there's nothing funny about being confused. A good baseball signal system allows a Coach to communicate quickly and effectively with his athletes. What makes for effective baseball signals? (So glad you asked!) That's what Coach Ron Polk of Mississippi State will tell you in this video series. First rule: Keep it simple. The simplest thing for you to do right now is to watch Coach Polk as he offers up humor and reality in discussing effective baseball signal systems.

Baseball Training: Preparing Athletes for the Game video by Andy Gustafson , HealthSouth

Andy Gustafson began his career as a coach before moving into Physical Therapy and Athletic Training. In this video series, he shares innovative techniques that focus on coordinating baseball training with the skills athletes need to be successful on the field. Stretches. Resistance Training. Weight Training. Tubing Exercises. Sounds pretty standard. But this approach to Baseball Training is anything but the norm. Learn how you can develop a Baseball Training Program that teaches athletes total body control, while improving the skills players need to perform during the game. This isn't a blow-by-blow outline of a daily training plan. Just the opposite. No one program works for every athlete, or every team. Coach Gustafson shares training philosophy based on physiological knowledge that can be used to maximize results for your players. Specific exercises and techniques are demonstrated using simple tools found in any locker room. The key to any training program is progression and flexibility. So flex your muscles and progress right on down to the first video. (Sorry, I just had to throw that in, just couldn't miss the opportunity).

The Catcher - The Pitcher: The Mental Side of Baseball video by Casey Dunn - Head Baseball Coach , Samford University

The Catcher has to see all things in all places at all times. He has to direct with confidence. His position demands trust. The pitcher has to be without doubt. He has to know that his call on a pitch is the right call. They spend much of the game eye to eye. What are the characteristics of both that bring strength to a team rather than conflict? Watch this video series and understand what teamwork is all about!

Baseball: Skills, Drills, and Fundamentals video by Casey Dunn - Head Baseball Coach , Samford University

There's a catch to coaching catchers. (Try to say that three times fast!) Catchers need an independent, confident attitude, but they also need competent coaching. Casey Dunn, Head Baseball Coach at Samford University, goes through the fundamentals, including what to look for in a good catcher. Once you've got the right player in the catcher position, the coaching begins. This video series covers baseball skills and drills for catchers - from receiving and blocking the baseball to throwing and footwork. You'll really "catch" on to some great coaching techniques and catcher drills with this video set. Okay, sorry, no more puns - they might not be well "received." These videos will be well received though - so take a look!

Baseball Tryouts video by Lee Gann - Head Baseball Coach , Mountain Brook High School

Your evaluations may be in the summer, fall, or right before the season starts. Properly evaluating the talent you have is where building an outstanding baseball team begins. Here, Coach Gann covers the evaluation process he uses which helped him field a team that made the USA Today Top 25 High School Baseball Teams.

Planning Each At Bat video by Dave Dangler , Florida Marlins

This series has practical techniques you can use to develop your hitters. From vision to adjusting for different pitch counts, you'll find this series very informative.

Baseball: Offensive Signal Systems video by Ron Polk - Head Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

This 60 minute baseball lecture will help you develop a simple and effective signal system to get your baserunners home.

Baseball Strategy: The Bunt Defense video by Ron Polk - Head Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

In baseball, being able to bunt is only a small part of bunting strategy. The real skill is in knowing when to bunt and when to expect a bunt. That's just what Coach Polk covers in this baseball bunt defense philosphy series.

Animated Baseball Playbook by

With the animated playbook, you'll see the pitch, the hit and runners advance as each player carries out his assignment. If there is one tool that "turns the light on" and makes baseball come alive...this is it!

Baseball Skills: Pitching Strategy video by Daron Schoenrock - Head Baseball Coach , University of Memphis

This baseball lecture series discusses controlling the running game from the mound. How do you control the game from the mound? Know which pitch to throw and when to throw it! Baseball - gotta love it!

Coaching Baseball: The Pitcher's Workloads video by Daron Schoenrock - Head Baseball Coach , University of Memphis

This baseball coaching series covers the pitcher's workload pre-season, during the season, and post-season. This topic is critical in the proper development of pitchers at all levels - from the youth league to the big leagues.

Coaching Baseball Pitching: The Change-Up video by Daron Schoenrock - Head Baseball Coach , University of Memphis

When it comes to baseball and pitching, the change-up is a pitch that you just can't do without. This baseball video series covers the basics of throwing the change-up and how this pitch fits into your overall strategy.

Baseball: Arm Exercises for Pitchers video by Daron Schoenrock - Head Baseball Coach , University of Memphis

The care and maintenance of a pitching arm is a subject worthy of detailed study. Coach demonstrates some exercises that can be used during the season and in the off season.

Coaching Baseball: Pitching Fundamentals video by Sammy Dunn , Vestavia Hills High School

This baseball skills series starts with grips and moves to troubleshooting a pitcher. Coach covers both the change-up and curve ball pitches. This is "must have" information from the coach who has won 9 of the last 14 Alabama 6A state championships.

Baseball Skills: Throwing Fundamentals video by Q.V. Lowe , Auburn University at Montgomery

Throwing fundamentals...including some things you need to be aware of to help prevent arm injuries are covered in this information packed series.

Baseball Skills: Offensive Bunting video by Tommy Raffo - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

In this baseball video series, Assistant Baseball Coach Tommy Raffo of Mississippi State University discusses and demonstrates the effective use of offensive bunting. Coach starts with the bunting stance and takes us through mechanics, position, directing, and the strategy of the bunt then puts it into action. This is a great series for coaches and advanced players.

Hitting Fundamentals video by Larry Giangrosso , University of Alabama at Birmingham

Grips, stances plus drills and techniques to help teach and troubleshoot hitters, plus answers to questions people often have about hitting.

Swing Mechanics video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Starting with the stance, work to the load backside and stride, and finishing with approach to contact and the follow through, you'll develop a keen understanding of the mechanics that make up a great batting swing.

The Batting Cage video by Tommy Raffo - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

When you have limited time and resources, you need to effectively utilize everything you have. Here you'll see a great way to put a lot of hitters through their paces in the minimum time.

Baseball Skills: Fence Balls video by Tommy Raffo - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Whether the baseball is in the air to the warning track or on the ground snuggled up against the fence, the way in which the ball is retrieved is critical. In this baseball video series, proper communication and techniques are covered to hold the offense to as few bases as possible!

Fielding Fundamentals video by Ron Polk - Head Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Where else can you get one of the worlds top coaches taking the time to demonstrate one of the most basic aspects of the game? No where we know of!

Infielder Drills video by Brian Shoop , Birmingham-Southern College

The drills and fundamentals that will help develop an effective infielder are demonstrated in this series by the head coach of the 2001 NAIA National Champions.

Baseball: Catching Basics video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

This Baseball video series is directed to the youth league coach. It's essential that the coach understand the role of the Catcher and be able to teach developing youth league athletes.

Catcher Maintenance During The Season video by Russ McNickle - Assistant Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Drills and exercises to help keep your catcher at peak performance during the season.

Catching Fundamentals video by Lee Gann - Head Baseball Coach , Mountain Brook High School

Catching fundamentals from a USA Today Top 25 baseball coach plus drills that will help your catchers gain confidence as well as hone their skills.

Baserunning video by Pookie Wilson

The fundamentals of baserunning with leads, watching the ball, secondary leads and more. This video series turns baserunning into an exciting game of cat and mouse between the pitcher and the baserunners!

Hitting and Sliding video by Jerry Zulli , University of Memphis

Coach Zulli, hitting coach at the University of Memphis covers several drills to help develop hitters plus you'll see some great information on sliding safety and technique.

Baseball Equipment: The Catcher video by Mike Frederico , University of Memphis

A catcher sometimes feels like a medieval warrior after his equipment is all on. But for a warrior to be effective the gear must fit properly and be taken care of when it's not in use. This series shows how to fit and care for your catcher's equipment. This is a "must see" for every coach, and any kid, who plays catcher.

The Double Play video by Greg Olsen , University of Memphis

This video series covers the footwork necessary to make the double play...safely. Coach Olsen covers the double play from the shortstop position as well as from the second base position.

Fielding Drills video by Bob Morgan , Indiana University

Here Indiana University Head Coach Bob Morgan is on the field demonstrating some of the drills he uses with his teams. These drills work on everything from the ball exchange to cut-offs and double plays.

Indiana University Outfield video by Bob Morgan , Indiana University

Bob Morgan, Head Baseball Coach at Indiana University discusses how he develops outfielders and then demonstrates some of the drills he uses to get the performance needed to be competitive at the college level.

Baseball Strategy: First and Third video by Bob Morgan , Indiana University

This baseball clinic lecture was given at the 2005 Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Convention. It's full of information that will help you develop a strategy to keep the other team away from home plate.

Batting Practice video by Ron Polk - Head Baseball Coach , Mississippi State University

Getting the most from the time you have available is a must at any level, and in this series, baseballs "Top Dog" shares how he gets the most from his athletes in batting practice.

Motivation video by

Coach Gordie Gillespie has been dedicated to coaching for 52 years. Currently the Head Baseball Coach for Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin, Coach Gillespie started his career at Joliet Catholic High School, serving as head coach for football, basketball, and baseball, earning a place in the Hall of Fame for all three sports. During his career, Coach Gillespie has signed 58 players to professional contracts and won four NAIA National Championships taking his teams to 15 World Series. In this video series, Coach Gillespie speaks to coaches, giving his philosophy on what it means to be a coach and what a coach can mean to the many young people involved in sports. Whether you are a coach, a player, or a parent, you will be inspired by his insight, passion, and dedication.

Mound Maintence video by Warners Athletic Construction , Warners Athletic Construction

We were there when the mound at Mississippi State was uncovered after the winter and here are some tips from the fieldmaintenance experts at Warner's Athletic Construction (615-430-6664).