For most of us – there was no blueprint when we started coaching and most of the information on the web was in 600 different places – it was almost impossible to put together a season long game plan for practice and development.
Every coach has their own path and their own origin story. Mine was a fairly common one – as a former ballplayer, I saw how my son’s were being coached and I knew it could be done better.
I could have sat on the sidelines and chosen to do extra work at home with my boys – but that isn’t they type of person I am… and I am sure, if you’re reading this, you aren’t a “sit on the sidelines” person either.
But when I signed up to start coaching, a few problems became obvious – despite the fact that I was a former player and I knew how to PLAY baseball, I didn’t necessary know how to TEACH it. And furthermore, I knew my position(s) well but I didn’t have the slightest clue how to teach kids positions that I never played.
And so I went on the hunt. I bought books and I searched the internet and watched videos and went into coaches forums – honestly, it felt like a full time job FOR YEARS OF MY LIFE, just to find information.
Sure, there were nuggets here and bits of knowledge over there but there wasn’t a single place I could go to find all the drills, instruction, practice plans, videos, etc. that I needed. It bugged me for years but it wasn’t until another coach I know said “why don’t you just create the resource” that I did anything to solve the problem.
…so, that’s what I decided to do.
I created this website to be the ultimate online resource for new and developing youth baseball coaches. This site was created with one clear mission: to empower youth coaches with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to develop young players into skilled, motivated baseball athletes.
And we are moving as fast as possible to get all the information at you fingertips as soon as we can. We have a ton of drills already on the site but you can expect this list to grow and you can expect to see more and more videos and fully built out practice plans. And all of this is FREE.
We are also planning on creating a newsletter (you can sign up now and we’ll notify you when it’s about launch) – this newsletter will contain helpful advice, interviews and exclusive deals from our partners.
Look… coaching baseball can be challenging, especially for those just starting. Many youth coaches face steep learning curves, often without access to the detailed guidance or quality resources needed to truly make a difference in their players’ growth. Ball, Base, Backup is trying to bridge this gap by providing free, accessible, and expertly crafted drills, strategies, and instructional guides tailored specifically for youth coaches. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential on the field, and that starts with well-prepared, dedicated coaches.
Each drill and resource is curated by myself or an experienced coach to be practical and effective for youth players. From foundational drills for beginners to advanced techniques for competitive players, Ball, Base, Backup offers a full spectrum of resources to help coaches instill confidence, build skills, and foster a love for the game in every player.
Whether you’re a parent coaching your first Little League team or a seasoned coach looking to deepen your impact, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s shape the future of youth baseball together, one drill at a time.