Articles (57)

Over its 130-year history, softball has developed into one of the world's most popular team sports. Discover some of its biggest milestones along the way.

• Courtney Withrow

It's a challenge to keep track of the pitching mound's growing distance away from home plate as your ballplayer ages. But this guide's got you covered.

• Courtney Withrow

Uncover the controversial past, present, and potential future of baseball and softball in the Olympics.

• Courtney Withrow

Discover the wide world of platooning in baseball through its history, strategy, and successful examples.

• Courtney Withrow

Everything you need to know about how to avoid arm injuries in youth pitchers, from basic biomechanics to preventive training measures.

• Dr. Edgar Rodriguez DC, CCSP.

Take a trip down memory lane with us and reminisce about one of the most interesting eras in baseball: the 1970s.

• Courtney Withrow

Find out if training grip strength pays dividends for ballplayers in the batter's box. The truth may surprise you.

• Dr. Edgar Rodriguez DC, CCSP.
• Courtney Withrow

Find out how this little-known psychological effect can help ballplayers reinforce their baseball and softball skills on auto-pilot.

• Courtney Withrow
• Mike Rogers

Weighted balls are a bit controversial. Some coaches swear by them, and others swear at them. Find out who science says is right.

• Dr. Edgar Rodriguez DC, CCSP.

Learn what separates good baseball and softball players or coaches from those who are truly great.

• Dr. Hannah Whitney, DC

Since its passage almost 50 years ago, Title IX has significantly changed the educational and athletic landscape. Learn its rich history in our game.

• Courtney Withrow

Gloves are an integral part of every ballplayer's toolkit. Learn the why, how, and even how not to break in a new glove from a former MLB player.

• Courtney Withrow