The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast

Baseball is a legendary sport. Hang on to your seats as we discuss the best Joe and Solomon talk about youth baseball in Houston.

022 Coaching In A "Big" Game 06/03/2015

022 Coaching In A "Big" Game In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our experiences in coaching in a big game. We answer the question, "What is a "big" game?" We also talk about how to manage your team when facing that big game. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3593459

021 A General Approach To Hitting 05/27/2015

021 A General Approach To Hitting In this episode of The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast, Coach Joe and I discuss an approach to hitting for youth baseball coaches and parents. We discuss the idea of intent in the youth baseball players' swing as well as knowing the hitters and pitchers counts. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3578418

020 Strategy Help For New Coaches 05/20/2015

020 Strategy Help For New Coaches In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss strategy help for new youth baseball coaches! We go over certain decision making that coaches make in a given baseball game including signs, base coaching, as well as hitter's and pitcher's counts. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3565629

019 Long-Term Benefits Of Playing Sports 05/13/2015

019 Long-Term Benefits Of Playing Sports In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about the long-term benefits of playing youth sports, specifically youth baseball. Coach Joe explains specific characteristics of youth athletes. We also discuss a couple of reasons why your child should play youth baseball. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3551808

018 Communication Between Fielders 05/06/2015

018 Communication Between Fielders In this episde of The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast, Coach Joe and I discuss how communication of fielders is important for a team's success. We discuss communication between infielders and outfielders in regard to relays, fly balls, etc. We also talk about middle infielders communication involving the shortstop and 2nd baseman. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3536817

017 Coaching and Playing Small Ball 04/29/2015

017 Coaching and Playing Small Ball This episode is loaded with tips and information about coaching small ball!! In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about stealing bases as well as bunting for hits and sacrficing yourself for the team. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3521257

016 The Long Toss Debate 04/22/2015

016 The Long Toss Debate In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about the long toss process and what it takes to have a good long toss session as well experience the benefits of it. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3507581

015 Overcoming A Hitting Slump 04/15/2015

015 Overcoming A Hitting Slump In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss ways to overcome a hitting slump. We talk about a "plan of attack" when you are at home plate in the batter's box. We also give you some focal points to think about as you are in the batter's box. Coach Joe and I also talk about our worst slumps as players and how we overcame them. Coach Joe shares his perspective of getting out of a slump having been a former college outfielder. We also talk about the opposite of a hitting slump and when the hitter is on a "tear." Tune in to another great episode of The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast! Check out our website: www.houstonbaseballcoach.com! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3492342

014 Pitch Counts for Youth Pitchers 04/08/2015

014 Pitch Counts for Youth Pitchers In this episode, Coach Joe and I dicuss a much talked about subject in youth baseball: pitch counts for youth baseball pitchers. We discuss the organization, PitchSmart.org, which is a series of practical, age-approriate guidelines to help parents, players, and coaches avoid overuse injuries and foster healthy careers for youth pitchers. Included in these guidelines are the maximum pitch limits for each age group as well as how many days rest a pitcher should get after those pitches. Coach Joe and I also talk about the San Diego Padres picking up Craig Kimbrel as they anticipate a chance to contend this season. We also talk about our perspective on building a good foundation for the youth pitcher to prepare himself to have a long, healthy career as a youth baseball player. I talk about an experience I had with one of my 9u level pitchers and how I handled him in a certain game that he pitched. Tune in for another great episode in The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast! Check out www.houstonbaseballcoach.com! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3478519

013 Why I Argue With Umpires 04/01/2015

013 Why I Argue With Umpires In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our perspectives on arguing with umpires. We share stories of our experiences arguing with an umpire. Coach Joe and I also discuss the new rule changes in Major League Baseball designed to speed up the game. We share whether we agree or disagree with the changes. I talk about a Hall of Fame manager for the Atlanta Braves that has the all-time record for ejections from a baseball game. I also share an experience with an umpire in which I almost (very almost) got a ejected from the game. Tune in and enjoy the show! Check out our website: and ask us any questions you may have! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3464358

012 Handling Winning and Losing 03/26/2015

012 Handling Winning and Losing In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our perspectives in handling winning and losing in youth baseball, specifically select. We discuss overcoming adversity as well as rewarding a good attitude and effort. Coach Joe and I also share our best wins and worst losses as players. Tune in as we share our perspectives on coaching youth baseball in another great HBC episode! Check out our website, www.houstonbaseballcoach.com! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3449893

011 What To Expect In Select Baseball 03/18/2015

011 What To Expect In Select Baseball In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our perspectives on select baseball and the differences from league baseball. We talk about everything from the tournament format to the increase in intensity for select ball. We also talk about what we think Alex Rodriguez will do this season. We give our predictions for the offensive numbers that A-Rod will put up. Coach Joe and I also share our experiences coaching and playing in a championship game. Please visit us at and ask us any questions you may have! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3434414

010 Overcoming A Bad Start To The Season 03/11/2015

010 Overcoming A Bad Start To The Season In this episode, Coach Joe And I discuss our perspectives on overcoming a bad start to the season. We talk about why it happens and how to overcome it. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3418140

009 Your Job As A Youth Baseball Coach 03/04/2015

009 Your Job As A Youth Baseball Coach In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about your job as a youth baseball coach. I mention 3 duties and responsibilities that a youth baseball coach's job consists of. We also talk about an experience I had in coaching a game where we gave up 15 runs on 1 hit and 13 walks. I talk about the ability we have to learn from other coaches and how they handle they teams and youth baseball players. We then discuss the reward that we get from coaching youth baseball. Check us out at www.houstonbaseballcoach.com. Follow us on Twitter @htownbaseballco and like our Facebook page Houston Baseball Coach. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3403043

008 Players Keeping Journals 02/25/2015

008 Players Keeping Journals In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about the benefits of players writing in journals about their experiences during their player career. Coach Joe expounds on his experiences keeping a journal starting at 12 years old. He explains the steps he took and what he wrote down as well as why. Coach Joe and I also talk about the Chicago Little League team, Jackie Robinson West, and our perspectives on their having to give up the U.S. title. Tune in as we give great insight on coaching your son or your baseball team. Please visit and ask us any questions you may have! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3385525

007 Role Models in Major League Baseball 02/18/2015

007 Role Models in Major League Baseball In this episode, Coach Joe and I break down our role models that played/coached Major League Baseball. We each discuss 4 players/coaches that influenced our baseball careers. Coach Joe and I talk about how these players and coaches can positively influence your son or daughter in their careers. We also talk about the best game we have ever each attended. Tune in as we have great stories of our experiences attending a MLB game. Coach Joe talks about his perspective on Joe DiMaggio. He mentions that Joe DiMaggio once told a reporter who asked him why he plays the game so hard that, "you never know who's watching you play for the first time." Tune in as we break down some of the best, most respected players in Major League Baseball! Please visit and ask us any questions you may have! /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3371703

006 Aggressive Base Coaching 02/11/2015

006 Aggressive Base Coaching In this episode, Coach Joe and I break down base coaching. We talk about when to be aggressive and when not to be aggressive. We also discuss a 1st base coach's job when a runner reaches 1st and 2nd base. We talk about the best ways to coach your baserunners and teach them the correct way run the bases. We also talk about how the Super Bowl coaches managed the game which led to the Patriots victory over the Seahawks. I talk about an experience I had as a player when we won a baseball game by stealing signs. Coach Joe shares a story about when he played in the Division II College World Series Championsip in Cary, North Carolina. Tune in as we share great information on coaching youth baseball. Please visit and ask us any questions you may have. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3357543

005 Running An Effective Practice 02/04/2015

005 Running An Effective Practice In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss how drills and strategies taught in practice can transfer into the game. We also talk about how to simulate game situations in practice in order to translate that into game success. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3339911

004 Coach Lisle Shares His Insight With Us 01/28/2015

004 Coach Lisle Shares His Insight With Us In this episode, Coach Solomon sits down with Coach Lisle, from www.coachlisle.com, to talk about his approach to hitting when working youth, high school, college, and pro hitters. We talked about how balance and posture is one of the more important teaching points when coaching a young hitter. Coach Lisle also shares a certain drill that will help with balance and posture. Coach Lisle and I also share our experiences as baseball instructors and how we have evolved throughout the years. You can find Coach Lisle at www.coachlisle.com as well as at his Facebook page, CoachLisle.com Baseball & Softball Hitting and his Twitter account, @coachlisle. He also runs a membership-based site with valuable content. Please leave a review and let me know what you think about this episode. Remember to email us a question you may have. Visit www.houstonbaseballcoach.com for more insight on coaching youth baseball. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3325188

003 Prepare Your Player For Their Tryouts 01/08/2015

003 Prepare Your Player For Their Tryouts In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our perspectives of the upcoming tryout camps as players and coaches. We offer insight on being draftable as a player tryout in your local league. We also talk about what to look for, as coaches, other than size and ability. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3283531

002 Turn Your Player's Season Around With This Podcast 01/04/2015

002 Turn Your Player's Season Around With This Podcast In this episode, Coach Joe and I discuss our experiences in helping a struggling youth athlete succeed. From our experiences in overcoming those stuggles as youth baseball players to now youth baseball coaches, we offer a lot of guidance on helping your son or player overcome their struggles. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3275720

001 Using Your Cap As A Motivational Technique 01/04/2015

001 Using Your Cap As A Motivational Technique In this episode, Coach Joe and I talk about our experiences and inspiration from writing under the bill of our caps. As a little league baseball player, a little joy for us was getting issued the team baseball cap. Listen in to see how we turned that cap into a motivational factor for us that will help your son or player in the same way. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3275706

000 What is The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast? 01/01/2015

000 What is The Houston Baseball Coach Podcast? Solomon Alam has been a youth baseball coach in the Houston area since 2006. He played college baseball and upon graduating college, began coaching youth baseball and has since grew his love and passion for baseball. /episode/index/show/houstonbaseballcoach/id/3271590

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