Description
Book SynopsisAimed at baseball coaches and serious baseball players, this work is a detailed presentation of the defensive techniques and tactics needed to play baseball. It covers each facet of fielding, providing in-depth instruction, special insights and practice drills. It includes information for players of various ages and abilities.
Trade Review"In Gold Glove Baseball you will learn the proper techniques, strategies, and execution of defense from some of the great baseball minds. It is an excellent book for both players and coaches."
Brian O'Connor
Head Baseball Coach
University of Virginia
"Gold Glove Baseball has more in-depth drills for pitching and defense than I've ever seen in one book. We have used many of these drills in our program to help us win our championships. I would recommend this book to every baseball coach, regardless of competition level."
George Horton
Head Baseball Coach
Cal State Fullerton
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Fielding Techniques, Davey Johnson
Chapter 2. Fielder Positioning, Sam Piraro
Chapter 3. Pitching Strategy, Steve Smith
Chapter 4. Catching Techniques, Jim Penders
Chapter 5. Stopping Steals From the Catcher Position, Scott Stricklin
Chapter 6. Executing Pickoffs and Rundowns, Mike Maack
Chapter 7. Defending Bunts, Jerry Weinstein
Chapter 8. Turning Double Plays, Rich Maloney
Chapter 9. Catching Pop-Ups and Fly Balls, Charlie Greene
Chapter 10. Making Cutoff and Relay Plays, Ed Flaherty
Chapter 11. Choosing Defensive Tactics in Games, Ken Knutson
Chapter 12. Communicating Tactics in the Field, Bob Bennett
