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Established in 2001, the mission of Ripken Baseball is to grow the game of baseball worldwide "The Ripken Way". With that mission in mind, Ripken Baseball has grown to include 3 minor league baseball teams; a professional design and consulting firm specializing in the feasibility and design of amateur and professional sports facilities; a sports marketing company specializing in the development of programs and services guaranteeing authentic hand-signed collectibles and licensed products; a foundation designed to build character and teach critical life lessons to disadvantaged youth through the games of baseball and softball; and finally two state of the art youth baseball complexes which plays host to thousands of kids each year participating in youth camps and tournaments. For more information, visit www.RipkenBaseball.com.Also, be sure to visit getgreat.com, a revolutionary new baseball tool from MLB.com and Ripken Baseball to make you a better player.
Building arm strength
Arm strength is very important in the game of baseball. The best way to build arm strength is by throwing a baseball, and throwing a baseball over a long distance. Players should start by playing catch at a short distance and gradually moving further and further apart. Whenever you throw a baseball over a long distance with enough consistency that your arm becomes tired, you are building arm strength.
Fielding a ground ball
When fielding a ground ball, no matter what position you are playing, you should always field with a wide base (feet at least shoulder width apart), your butt down (forces head up and hands out), and your hands out in front (allows for you to see the ball go into the glove).
Fall Baseball
Don't assume that just because your child has played baseball or softball all summer long that he or she is ready to dive right into fall ball. Give your child the freedom to decide what they want to play. You want to avoid burnout from making your child play a particular sport until they get tired of it. This ultimately runs the risk of pushing your child away from that sport and even away from a healthier athletic lifestyle altogether. And sometimes, it is necessary to let your child take some time off from sports - let them explore their other interests. Encourage your child to remain active, but a good break can often bring a child back to athletics with a renewed vigor.
Pitching
When working with a pitcher, it is very important to observe first before teaching. You should watch pitchers throw and look for the pitcher throwing strikes, demonstrating good velocity, and whether or not the ball is moving. If all three of these are occurring then you may consider not altering a pitcher's technique.
Throwing the ball as a defensive player
A defensive player should always throw the ball with a four seam grip. This allows for the ball to stay straight towards your target. Players should create momentum toward their target with their feet by pointing the front shoulder toward the target and following the throw.
Pitching – Holding the ball properly
As a pitcher, the most important thing to remember is when throwing a baseball you should always hold the ball lightly in your fingers; never jam the ball into your palm.
How to properly grip a bat
The best grip a player can have on the bat is a loose grip. A correct grip is one in which the "door knocking knuckles" are lined up. This ensures the bat is placed in the fingers and that the wrists are unlocked. When the wrists are unlocked it allows the hitter to snap or throw the bat head at the baseball, the bat can stay on a level plane through the strike zone, and ultimately the hitter will be able to create much more bat speed with a loose grip.
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