Coach Mike Farrell's Youth Baseball Coaching Tips (Ages 8-13)

Earlier this month, in S1:E6 of The B Spot Podcast, I offered my best tips for coaching Youth Baseball Ages 8-13 (and for ages 14-18).

As a travel ball coach for over 30 years, it's always been my goal for our young players just starting out in the game to have fun! It's our jobs as coaches to create a fun and engaging environment for these guys as well as teach them the foundations of the game, along with building their confidence and character.

So, here you go...all my best tips for coaching this age group...

Youth Baseball Coaching Tips (Ages 8-13):

• Have Fun

• Learn How to Practice

• Focus on the Fundamentals of the Game

• Learn How to be a Good Teammate

• Teach that Understanding Relationships & Communication Matters

• Focus on Principles Core to Life (Example: Being on Time; Helping the Person Next to You)

• Build a System of Character & Confidence

• Learn How to Respect the Game

If you create a culture for your team that includes these things, you're on your way to being a positive role model in your players' lives. And at the end of the day, as a coach, it's always our goal and intention to develop great young men... through the game of baseball.

I'll Holla - Coach Farrell