People have asked: "Why are you willing to give away these lessons for free?" I have been very blessed as an athlete to experience and learn all these techniques from my coaches, and my coaches benefited from their coaches as information is passed on from generation to generation. Now, we are passing it on to you.

Many lessons we learn on the field translate into our own personal and professional growth. Playing an organized sport teaches young people how to persevere and socialize with teammates. As a parent coach we have an honor code to be a good example and provide more than fundamental instruction to your team. We must seek to provide elements of competitive greatness to our youth. I believe that learning the game of baseball is a two-fold journey. First, we should learn how to be good teammates and second we learn how play the game.

John Wooden said: "Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming." Doing your best is all we can ask as coaches of our players. You will make mistakes so humble yourself and keep plugging away. As your team improves, you too will improve as a coach and as person. Make practical goals and always stay enthusiastic!

Coach with Passion!
-Coach Jake Alba