Category Archives: Training & Information

Please click the link below for the approved regulations regarding baseball bats for the 2012 Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth Leagues 2012 Baseball Bat Regulations

Fast food choices don’t have to weigh a young athlete down By Kim Schwabenbauer  Thu, 06/23/2011 – 2:27pm Being a parent means making the best choices available for your children. When it comes to eating healthy during a hectic schedule, … Continue reading →

Take a look at this great article on youth “elite” or “club” team sports. http://espn.go.com/espn/commentary/story/_/page/keown-110823/elite-travel-baseball-basketball-teams-make-youth-sports-industrial-complex

Stretching, remaining active are keys to avoiding preseason injuries By Will Frasure Fri, 08/19/2011 – 10:37am Coaches, Players, Injury Prevention, Parents, General Articles – www.usafootball.com Every youth football player comes into the season with high hopes. As they try to … Continue reading →

Staying cool: The essentials for dealing with the August heat By Will Frasure Thu, 08/04/2011 – 1:36pm Coaches, Conditioning, Players, Parents, Hydration, General Articles  – www.usafootball.com Coaches face a dilemma every August. On one hand, the start of the preseason means … Continue reading →

Hollie Heisler, PT Cleveland Clinic Sports Health http://www.infosports.com/clvclinic/survivingalldaytourney.htm As high school athletics become more intense and competitive, the off-season training demands also intensify in regards to out-of-season leagues and tournaments. It is not uncommon for an athlete to spend an … Continue reading →

While it’s always a good idea to stay hydrated, it’s especially important when the temps of Summer start rising. Whether you’re spending your vacation camping and hiking or just doing more outdoor daily activities like biking and walking, I’ve got … Continue reading →

How to Eat Healthy Before Playing Basketball By Peja Stojakovic and Vlade Divac, for Active.com The right foods and drinks can help you become a better athlete. Here are a few tips, directly from NBA superstars Peja Stojakovic and Vlade … Continue reading →