Good As Gold Techniques For Fundamental Baseball

Author : Frank White
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 999 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-07
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781613214992

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Good as Gold: Techniques for Fundamental Baseball by Frank White Pdf

From 1973 to 1990, the name Frank White was synonymous with fundamental baseball. White, the five-time American League All-Star won eight Rawlings Gold Glove Awards (the annual award that Major League Baseball gives to its top defensive players at each position) at second base, and had a career batting average of .255 for the Kansas City Royals. White is one of only three Royals to have his number retired. Since his retirement, White has been an on-field coach for the Boston Red Sox and the Royals. Designed for players at every level, in Good as Gold, White stresses his fundamental approach to baseball in defensive play, hitting, base running and throwing, as well as the physical preparation and mental aspects of the game. White also includes his advice to today's youth about staying in school, avoiding drugs and alcohol, and the importance of setting goals. Good as Gold incorporates a lifetime of observations, teaching techniques and player analysis from one of baseball's all-time greats. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Mark Stallard
Publisher : Sports Publishing LLC
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1582618348

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Kansas City Chiefs Encyclopedia by Mark Stallard Pdf

All noteworthy moments, players, games, and coaches are included, such as: History--With year-by-year accounts of the Chiefs' 44 seasons, including game results, rosters, statistics, and draft lists. Player Biographies--With statistics and biographies for every player who has ever played for the Chiefs, including Len Dawson, Abner Haynes, Bobby Bell, Willie Lanier, Buck Buchanan, Jan Stenerud, Mike Garrett, Ed Podolak, Johnny Robinson, Gary Spani, Art Still, Joe Delaney, Deron Cherry, Christian Okoye, Joe Montana, Marcus Allen, Derrick Thomas, Tony Gonzalez, and Priest Holmes. The Big Games--With full reviews of all playoff games and Super Bowls involving the Chiefs, as well as important regular-season games.

Author : Fred Claire
Publisher : Sports Publishing LLC
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Baseball
ISBN : 1582617325

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Fred Claire by Fred Claire Pdf

Fred Claire, the former general manager who spent 30 years in the Los Angeles Dodgers front office, offers a look into the inner-workings of one of baseball's most storied franchises.

Author : Dan Schlossberg
Publisher : Sports Publishing LLC
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1582611904

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Miracle Over Miami by Dan Schlossberg Pdf

Nobody gave them a chance. The experts said their manager was too old, their pitching was too young, and their ownership was too frugal to compete against experienced opponents with deeper pockets. What rivals did not realize, however, was that the Florida Marlins were making the most of their march toward the Emerald City. Like the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion, the team coupled heart and courage to survive what seemed like insurmountable obstacles, clinching the National League wild card with just two games left to play. In the playoffs, Florida again fooled the forecasters. After spotting one-and two-game leads against the Giants and Cubs, the Marlins battled back in both series to beat the odds and grab the second pennant in team history. Winning the World Series, especially against an experienced Yankees club whose payroll was more than three times the size of Florida's, was just another David versus Goliath triumph for the Little Teal Machine. Bunt hits, speed on the bases, timely hitting, solid defense, and potent pitching proved to get the better of Goliath in the end. "Miracle Over Miami: How the 2003 Marlins Shocked the World is the story of the most unlikely world championship in recent memory, a lesson in how to build a winning team with limited resources, how to plug holes with rookies and acquisitions, and how to win by having fun. Jeff Conine is the only man to play for both Florida world championship teams. In a rare inside-the-clubhouse look he shares his thoughts on his teammates, compares the 1997 and 2003 teams, and describes what it was like to be member of a miraculous team. All the heroes are here: rabbits Juan Pierre and Luis Castillo, local heroes Mike Lowelland Pudge Rodriguez, rookies Dontrelle Willis and Miguel Cabrera, flamethrowing pitchers Josh Beckett and Ugueth Urbina, and cigar-smoking manager Jack McKeon. Fans are invited to once again come to the land of black-and-teal in "Miracle Over Miami, where nothing is impossible and the Marlins rule the planet.

Author : Denny Matthews
Publisher : Sports Publishing LLC
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781596700390

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Denny Matthews's Tales from the Royals Dugout by Denny Matthews Pdf

Amos Otis, Frank White, George Brett, Hal McRae, Dan Quisenberry, Bret Saberhagen, Paul Splittorff. One mention of any of those names can bring about visions of great baseball, determination, hard-nosed, and winning. However, one vision out-weighs all others: the boys in blue & the Kansas City Royals. The Kansas City Royals, an expansion club in the American League in 1969, struggled during their early existence. It didn't take long, however, before the Royals established themselves as one of the most successful franchises in baseball. That success culminated with the winning of the 1985 World Series.Since 1969, the Royals have developed great players that have had fun. Along the way, they also have developed a winning tradition. Although the Royals have received the small-market tag in recent years, the organization still boasts a proud heritage. In Denny Matthews' Tales from the Royals Dugout, longtime Royals radio broadcaster Denny Matthews relives the club's great moments and pro

Author : Rose Arny
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1372 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2002-02
Category : American literature
ISBN : UOM:39015046424373

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Forthcoming Books by Rose Arny Pdf

Author : Mark Johnson
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0736037381

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Baseball Skills and Drills by Mark Johnson Pdf

Top college baseball coaches offer drills for players at all levels. Focuses on hitting, baserunning, fielding, pitching, and catching.

Author : American Baseball Coaches Association
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0736062637

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Gold Glove Baseball by American Baseball Coaches Association Pdf

Solid defense begins before the first pitch is thrown. From player placement to situational awareness, the nuances of superior fielding are vast and varied. That's why the American Baseball Coaches Association's top defensive minds have compiled Gold Glove Baseball--to give you an all-encompassing resource to help turn your team into a stellar defensive unit. The all-star lineup of coaches provide in-depth instruction, special insights, and practice drills on every aspect of defensive play. The book's scope ranges from fundamentals to advanced tactics for those who have mastered the basics. Coaches at all levels and serious players will find great tips and new techniques for executing specific fielding maneuvers and complex plays involving several players. A sample defensive signals system will explain how to coordinate the positioning and movements of all nine fielders on every pitch. Winning baseball requires smart and steady defensive play every bit as much as solid hitting and strong pitching. In fact, many top baseball coaches say that the foundation of championship teams is defense because it makes pitchers' jobs easier and takes pressure off the offense. Gold Glove Baseball provides a complete plan for playing championship-caliber defense.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 974 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : American literature
ISBN : UCD:31175028987173

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The Publishers Weekly by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Motion pictures
ISBN : OSU:32435023860323

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Blue Book of 16mm Films by Anonim Pdf

Author : Trent Mongero
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1402758081

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Winning Baseball by Trent Mongero Pdf

From age-appropriate drills to motivation strategies, this step-by-step guide to youth baseball offers all the information parents and coaches need to help young players reach their full potential.

Author : Michael Lewis
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2004-03-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780393066234

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Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis Pdf

"This delightfully written, lesson-laden book deserves a place of its own in the Baseball Hall of Fame." —Forbes Moneyball is a quest for the secret of success in baseball. In a narrative full of fabulous characters and brilliant excursions into the unexpected, Michael Lewis follows the low-budget Oakland A's, visionary general manager Billy Beane, and the strange brotherhood of amateur baseball theorists. They are all in search of new baseball knowledge—insights that will give the little guy who is willing to discard old wisdom the edge over big money.

Author : Joey Myers
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798704930945

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Swing Smarter by Joey Myers Pdf

"I am a Physical Therapist your stuff in body movements is awesome. I went to some FMS courses and Gray Cook spoke highly of you. Your approach is truly the best because of your use of anatomy and kinesiology." - Jay Finton "Wow, I didn't realize how researched this material actually was. I'm blown away how these simple movement patterns have been researched. I just ordered the Truth about explosive rotational power. Never in my 20 years have I seen someone or anyone for that matter actually explain movement/motion. They all claim to teach how the body works to swing a bat, but never have they explained it. They just claim to know how the body works and failed to explain it in their material." - Shawn Bell "Hey Joey, I'm currently on my 4th ball player. I've had my 2 oldest involved with softball and my 2 younger guys with baseball. I've gotten the oldest 3 "professional" instruction with their swing mechanics and approach with mixed results. Often times, Id have to spend countless hours fixing a flaw they developed through the instruction. It became frustrating for everyone involved, and more importantly we lost precious developmental time. I decided to take a more hands on approach with my 4th and through my research stumbled on your book, we're not big people so the title instantly grabbed my attention. I read it and was hooked, the principle driven, bio mechanical approach resonated with me. We seen alot of progress this past season working at the points from Catapult." - John M. Meatte Jr. From the back cover... This baseball hitting stuff works and is completely backed by Science, so you know it is even more reliable. Science based baseball swing training built to help understand not only how and what to train but the reasoning behind the program's methods... Why most people believe it spells DISASTER if you're telling hitters to 'swing down', 'keep barrel above hands', or 'get on top of the ball' -- but why that's good for them (if you teach it right!), Exactly how you can systematically teach pull hitters to effectively go opposite field, and oppo hitters to pull the ball... A brand-NEW way you can quickly identify top-3 consistent power mechanics (WITHOUT focusing on 'loading and exploding' the hips, ground reaction forces, or using the legs more!), What you must do AT ONCE to avoid wrecking the low back or neck of your hitters - Chapters 1 and 5... Precisely why my approach ensures you'll realize your dreams of getting predictably positive results with your hitters without EVER having to have played at a high level, watched millions of hours of swing analysis video, or spent countless hours in the cage... WARNING: Avoid these 3 hitting strategies like the plague! Ignoring this advice can mean your hitter will look like an amateur, and even give hitting up completely (this is SERIOUS) ... And much more... If you're one of the thousands of softball/baseball book parents, team coaches, and instructors who read our Amazon Bestselling catapult for baseball book: "Catapult Loading System", then you're going to love Swing Smarter. 12-Chapters focusing on building more power, hitting more line drives, and getting on-time more often. New baseball books you're not going to want to miss. Going well beyond Ted Williams The Science of Hitting. We share STEP-BY-STEP how to baseball swing drills, how to move better to perform better stretches & exercises, and over 20-expert interviews from passionately curious coaches to reinforce the baseball swing training principles outlined in each of the book's chapters. As a BONUS, you'll get free online access to all the digital goodies."Make Sure You're Swinging Smarter By Moving Better"

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : IND:30000106079365

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Airman by Anonim Pdf

Author : Cal Ripken, Jr.,Bill Ripken,Scott Lowe
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2006-12-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781492582175

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Coaching Youth Baseball the Ripken Way by Cal Ripken, Jr.,Bill Ripken,Scott Lowe Pdf

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 baserunning Age-specific practice plans for players ranging from 4 to 15+ Strategies for setting goals and reasonable expectations for your players and team Advice on communicating with parents, players, and staff Methods for creating a positive and fun environment in which kids can learn the skills and strategies of the game Bill 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.