Baseball Coaching Bible / Edition 1

by Jerry Kindall

Overview

Rarely is a book so collaborative in its inception, authoritative in its information, useful in its application, and wide in its scope that it serves as both the gospel and guide on a subject. The Baseball Coaching Bible learns that special status by presenting the knowledge of many of the greatest to have ever coached the game and covering a full spectrum of topics on leading a team to become champions.

The 27 contributing coaches share their keys to winning baseball-something they know well, having won 50 national titles and nearly 25,000 games. The book's varied and vast amount of information allows you to pick and choose what you wish to implement in your program, but you will gain knowledge and be entertained by it all. The wit and wisdom of baseball's sharpest minds shine through in their memorable stories and valuable insights. The contributing coaches include:

• Bob Bennett
• Skip Bertman
• Bobo Brayton
• Ed Cheff
• Rod Dedeaux
• Ron Fraser
• Gordon Gillespie
• Charlie Greene
• Cliff Gustafson
• Tom House
• Itch Jones
• Dave Keilitz
• Jerry Kindall
• Danny Litwhiler
• Andy Lopez
• Mark Marquess
• Ron Polk
• Gary Pullins
• Ken Schreiber
• John Scolinos
• Hal Smeltzly
• Bob Smith
• Jack Stallings
• Glen Tuckett
• Gary Ward
• John Winkin
• Bobby Winkles

Every facet of coaching is covered, with each coach addressing the subject he knows best. From Bobby Winkles' chapter on instilling hustle and Ron Polk's chapter on organizing a winning program to Ed Cheff's chapter on innovative practices and Rod Dedeaux's chapter on establishing pride and tradition, The Baseball Coaching Bible transcends the Xs and Os.

Endorsed by the American Baseball Coaches Association, The Baseball Coaching Bible is essential reading for anyone serious about coaching the sport. Read and refer to it often to keep your team on the winning path.

About the Author

Jerry Kindall coached 24 years and posted a 860-580 record at the University of Arizona, where he was the winningest coach in the university's history. He led the Wildcats to three NCAA Division I National Championship titles (1976, '80, and '86), and was named National Coach of the Year after each of those seasons. He was inducted into the ABCA Hall of Fame in 1991. Kindall is currently USA Baseball's Senior Advisor to the National Team. Kindall played eight years in the major leagues with the Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians, and Minnesota Twins.

John Winkin coached for 42 years in Maine, first at Colby College (1954-1974) and then at the University of Maine (1974-1996). He amassed a 943-670 career record and appeared in 12 NCAA Regional Tournaments and 6 College World Series. Winkin received the College Division Coach of the Year award in 1965 and the prestigious Lefty Gomez award in 1986. He is a member of the ABCA Coaching Hall of Fame, Maine Baseball Hall of Fame, and the Maine Sports Hall of Fame. He currently has a fellowship in sports leadership at Husson College.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2900736001617
Publisher:	Human Kinetics Publishers
Publication date:	12/05/1999
Series:	The Coaching Bible
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	384
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Jerry Kindall coached 24 years and posted a 860-580 record at the University of Arizona, where he was the winningest coach in the university's history. He led the Wildcats to three NCAA Division I National Championship titles (1976, '80, and '86), and was named National Coach of the Year after each of those seasons. He was inducted into the ABCA Hall of Fame in 1991 and served as USA Baseball's Senior Advisor to the National Team. Kindall played eight years in the major leagues with the Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians, and Minnesota Twins.

Jerry Kindall passed away in 2017.

John Winkin coached for 42 years in Maine, first at Colby College (1954-1974) and then at the University of Maine (1974-1996). He amassed a 943-670 career record and appeared in 12 NCAA Regional Tournaments and 6 College World Series. Winkin received the College Division Coach of the Year award in 1965 and the prestigious Lefty Gomez award in 1986. He is a member of the ABCA Coaching Hall of Fame, Maine Baseball Hall of Fame, and the Maine Sports Hall of Fame. He currently has a fellowship in sports leadership at Husson College.

Table of Contents

Foreword. Tony LaRussa.

Introduction. The Impact of a Coach. Dave Keilitz.

PART I: Coaching Priorities and Principles

Chapter 1. Sharing a Love for the Game. John Scolinos.

Chapter 2. Making Baseball Fun. Bobo Brayton.

Chapter 3. Competing With Class. Hal Smeltzly.

Chapter 4. Hustling Should Be a Habit. Bobby Winkles.

Chapter 5. Coaching With Integrity. Bob Smith.

PART II: Program Building and Management

Chapter 6. Organizing and Orchestrating a Winning Program. Ron Polk.

Chapter 7. Establishing a Successful High School Program. Ken Schreiber.

Chapter 8. Building a Recruiting Network. Mark Marquess.

Chapter 9. Marketing and Promoting Your Program. Ron Fraser.

PART III: Creative and Effective Practice Sessions

Chapter 10. Conducting Innovative Practices. Ed Cheff.

Chapter 11. Using Practice Drills Effectively. Danny Litwhiler.

Chapter 12. Maximizing the Value of Indoor Practice. John Winkin.

Chapter 13. Putting Science Into Practice. Gary Pullins and Tom House.

PART IV: Individual Skills and Team Strategies

Chapter 14. Handling Your Pitching Staff. Charlie Greene.

Chapter 15. Developing High-Production Hitters. Gary Ward.

Chapter 16. Stopping Opponents With Solid Defense. Jack Stallings.

Chapter 17. Playing Percentage Baseball. Bob Bennett.

Chapter 18. Competing in Tournaments and Playoffs. Cliff Gustafson.

PART V: Player Motivation and Leadership

Chapter 19. Establishing Pride and Tradition. Rod Dedeaux.

Chapter 20. Inspiring Today's Players. Skip Bertman.

Chapter 21. Developing Responsible Decision-Making Athletes. Gordie

Gillespie.

Chapter 22. Building Character and Loyalty in Players. Andy Lopez.

PART VI: Off-the-Field Opportunities, Challenges, and Pressures

Chapter 23. Learning and Developing as a Professional. Glen Tuckett.

Chapter 24. Hitting the Clinic Circuit. Itch Jones.

Chapter 25. Beating the Burnout Factor. Jerry Kindall.

What People are Saying About This

Marty Bystrom

The years of experience assembled in one book is simply an invaluable asset for coaches, players, and parents.
— Marty Bystrom Former National League pitcher Philadelphia Phillies New York Yankees

Lynch

The Baseball Coaching Bible is a must read for any person serious about the game of baseball. I especially found the pitching section to be outstanding and informative.
— Ed Lynch Chicago Cubs General Manager

From the Publisher

“The Baseball Coaching Bible is a must read for any person serious about the game of baseball. I especially found the pitching section to be outstanding and informative.”

Ed Lynch
Chicago Cubs General Manager

“The years of experience assembled in one book is simply an invaluable asset for coaches, players, and parents.”

Marty Bystrom
Former National League pitcher
Philadelphia Phillies
New York Yankees

Editorial Reviews

The Baseball Coaching Bible is a must read for any person serious about the game of baseball. I especially found the pitching section to be outstanding and informative.”

Ed Lynch
Chicago Cubs General Manager

“The years of experience assembled in one book is simply an invaluable asset for coaches, players, and parents.”

Marty Bystrom
Former National League pitcher
Philadelphia Phillies
New York Yankees

From the Publisher