Scott Bingham 
Have you ever heard someone say 6-4-3 in a baseball game and been really confused? Why are people throwing around numbers and what do they mean? The fact is, each position on the baseball field has a number associated with it. We’ll get into 6-4-3 a little later and let you know why 6+4+3=2. But … Read more
The quick slant is a very popular route in football. The slant route is often one of the first routes a player will learn to run, as well as a route they will continue to run at every level of the game. Just in the name it’s a very quick route running toward the middle … Read more
In the game of baseball, the term “pickle” refers to a specific situation where a baserunner finds themselves trapped between two bases, unsure of whether to advance or retreat. This often occurs when a runner attempts to advance to the next base but quickly realizes they may not reach it safely, resulting in a back-and-forth … Read more
The safety squeeze is a strategic play in baseball aimed at scoring a run by having the runner on third base reach home plate safely. Unlike the suicide squeeze, where the runner starts running towards home plate as the pitcher releases the ball, the safety squeeze allows the runner to wait until the ball is … Read more
The hidden ball trick is a fascinating and clever play that has been part of baseball for as long as the sport has been played. This trick play involves a fielder hiding the ball in an attempt to deceive the runner into thinking the pitcher has possession of it, creating an opportunity to catch the … Read more
One of my favorite topics to discuss is baseball. I love hearing about people’s passion for the sport. It doesn’t matter their skill level or how long they have played. I’ll talk baseball with just about anyone. Often when someone finds out I played college baseball and I was a pitcher, they will ask, “what … Read more
Becoming a baseball scout is an exciting journey into the world of professional sports, offering a unique opportunity to evaluate and discover talented players. As a baseball scout, one will need to have an in-depth understanding of the game and its strategies, as well as the ability to identify players with the potential to excel … Read more
Baseball bats can be quite expensive, leaving many fans and players wondering what drives the cost. One contributing factor to the high price of baseball bats is the materials used in their construction. Manufacturers have turned to more durable and longer-lasting materials, which in turn drives up the cost of production and ultimately the retail … Read more
Juco basketball, an abbreviation for junior college basketball, is a two-year collegiate basketball program primarily offered at community colleges. It provides student-athletes with the opportunity to compete while completing their associate’s degree before potentially moving on to four-year colleges or universities. While often overlooked during the athletic recruiting process, Juco basketball has steadily gained popularity … Read more
My kids just moved up from learning baseball to ‘real baseball’ in Little League. We are keeping score and the competitive juices are flowing. I figured it was time to get them a real baseball glove. I got them a new 44 Glove and they are pumped about it. However they soon found out the … Read more