Baseball Skills for Kids

They say that baseball is "as American as apple pie," and in a way, that's true. Once you've played a few innings of baseball, you will understand for yourself. There's something about the crack of the ball against the bat, stealing those bases, hitting your first home run, and the good times that you'll have working together with your new best friends-your teammates. In BASEBALL SKILLS FOR KIDS, we've put together a collection of drills, practice tips, and stories that will help you take your game to the next level.

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The history of baseball.A breakdown of the rules.Tips to improve hand/eye coordination at bat.How to deal with curveballs, sliders, and screwballs.Strategies for fielding grounders and catching fly balls.Pitching grips for changeups, curveballs, and more.Tips for stealing bases and nailing perfect slides.How to read pitchers and fielders like Ty Cobbs.Where to find free equipment if your team needs it.

Whether you have dreams of going pro or simply love playing the game and spending time with your friends, the tips and tricks in this book will help you get stronger and better, so you'll be able to enjoy baseball even more.