A: Chris – If your son wants to go to school and play baseball then I would suggest he go to some showcases or even better, to a place where they actually work out your son and help him get into a college for his level of play. PBI would be the best place to ask. I know my son went to one and they sent film out, evaluated his talent and suggested schools that were of his talent level so that he would be sure to get the best chance to play.
His ERA does not concern me. It’s just a number. I am more concerned about his velocity, secondary pitches , movement , and control. His size is certainly something in his favor. Scouts will project him as time goes on. If he is good enough now, trust me, someone will have seen him. Nothing beats an education though. Let me know how things progress and I will be better able to help you along the way. Good Luck! Sam
Q: Hi Sam. Question – what do you think is the best transition in weight drop for My son that is 11u ‘5 ft – 4inch and about 110lbs. At the moment he is training with a -9 30/21 inch bat for travel ball and I’m thinking about buying a -11 for in house ball? Thanks. Phil
A: Phil, I have to be honest with you…I have no idea of the weight differences that you speak of. There are certain regulations in some leagues that only allow for a certain ratio difference for safety’s sake. What I do know is that bat speed is what generates power. Therefore, the faster your son can swing a bat through the strike zone, the more power he will generate. And that doesn’t always means home run power. Good hard line drives could very well be what we may be talking about. Always, always remember that bat speed is the key. Never take a bat up to the plate that you can’t swing fast. Swinging slow with a bigger bat will not increase power!! Whatever your son swings the best….is the best bat ratio. His, nor your, ego should come into play. Hope this helps….hoping for lots of hits!!!!! Sam
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