The name “Jackie Robinson” is forever etched in golden letters in the history of baseball and that of this great nation. It’s common knowledge that his supreme athleticism and defensive and offensive prowess led the teams he played for to many victories. But Robinson’s impact goes beyond the realm of sports. His life and legacy …
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Baseball is called America’s favorite pastime for many good reasons. It’s easy to play – you just need a bat, ball, catching gloves, and an empty field to start a game with your buddies. It’s easy to make the sport your full-time profession if you put your back into it. It’s a 100% genuine spectator …
To the American people, baseball isn’t just a sport. It’s an emotion that connects millions of fans nationwide and provides employment to countless individuals. In more than a century of its existence, baseball has shaped American culture in more ways than you can imagine. Did you know that baseball has lent quite a few popular …
Popular Expressions In English Borrowed From Baseball Read More »
In the previous installment of our ongoing series, we looked closely at strategic hitting in baseball. In this blog, we’ll see how coaches at baseball camps tell you to approach the art of pitching. “Hitting is timing. Pitching is upsetting timing.” – Warren Spahn, Hall of Fame left-handed pitcher. Pitching is one of the most …
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Baseball is the quintessential American sport. In fact, it’s more than just a sport. Millions of people find hope in the triumph of the players and the players themselves stand for the values and high moral standards of the American people. As we speak, baseball academies all across the nation are busy molding the youth …
To say that baseball is a popular sport would be an understatement. To fans, baseball is an emotion that transcends geographical boundaries. Even first-time spectators are enthralled by the simple yet exciting nature of the sport. That said, it is by no means a mere show of physical prowess. A lot of strategy goes into …
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Baseball is a fun sport. But once you start taking it seriously as a player, you realize it’s more complex than you thought. Baseball requires a great deal of skill, strategy, and teamwork. Hence, the role of a professional coach in nurturing players is indispensable. They say baseball coaching is an art, and for a …
Baseball is a team sport, and any team sport requires players to work together to achieve a common goal. When teenagers become part of baseball teams, they first learn teamwork and collaboration. They learn to share ideas with their teammates, communicate effectively, and support one another. These skills are essential for success in the field …
A strong mindset is what every coach is looking for, every parent is proud of and every player could use more of. While there is no consensus among sports psychologists as to what exactly mental toughness is or how it can be developed, coaches, parents and teammates know it the moment they see it. Many …
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At Vaughn Sports Academy, we offer online hitting lessons, programs, and baseball training for young people of all ages that want to get better at baseball.
