FUNGOMAN JOURNAL

Not every player is ready for advanced philosophies. Yet, not every player will benefit from the standard one-size-fits-all techniques. Thus stands the paradox of coaching. Watch Coach Don Wakamatsu share some wisdom on the subject of evaluating body movement in the Coaches Forum. Or skim the footnotes for a 2-minute read.

For a long time, baseball coach expectations were measured by ability to fungo accurately. And while being an efficient fungo hitter is still incredible useful (and still needed), coaches today are pushing the creative envelope of how to develop skill in players. Coaches are no longer limited to the plate. Coaches are able to provide reps in more places than one. And these coaches are figuring out how to keep the work going, practice moving, and players growing at a more rapid pace. Check out these 7 creative ways coaches are using their tools in practice or empowering players outside of practice.

Understanding success may at first seem like a no brainer. Winning games equals success. But what about the success of growth? The success of discipline? The success of fundamental development? These questions lead to a larger question: How are YOU measuring your success? Take our 7-question super short survey below to share how you define success and growth.