Author: Tcaden

Hey Coach, my son is 13 and plays travel but isn’t the best on his team. What should his long term aspirations for baseball be?   Like i always say, the best players at 13 aren’t always the best at 18. Your son’s long term aspirations for baseball shouldn’t be determined by his status on…

Coach, should a young ballplayer focus on one position or learn them all? Great question! I deal with a lot of young players who only want to focus on one position but it’s critical that players should learn as many positions as possible.  As you get older, the competition gets harder, so being versatile helps…

Hi Coach, have any advice that could help my son increase his arm strength? I find that the best way to increase arm strength is with a long toss program. Long Tossing is having a catch, but increasing the distance between the players over time so they are throwing to a target at a longer…

Hello, at what age should my son start private lessons? I have given private lessons to Baseball and Softball players from age 6 to age 50.  It’s important that the child is taught the right mechanics early so they don’t develop bad habits and also will help prevent injury (Especially in throwing and pitching). So…

Coach Caden, I feel that my son’s bat might be too big for him. His bat is 31in 22oz and he looks like he’s not able to able to catch up to pitches. Bats are very expensive so I was wondering how we can pick a bat that he’ll be able to handle? Your equipment…

Ask Coach Caden Have any questions about anything related to Baseball? Well now you can ask Coach Caden, our Head Baseball Trainer, anything you want about baseball. Whether it’s about how to play a position, how to hit to the opposite field, choosing the correct equipment, Coach Caden will have an answer for you. All…