Henry Munevar asked:

ALL PRO PLAYERS GET PAID MONEY. DOES ANYONE HERE KNOW WHAT TIME OF THE MONTH DOES A PRO PLAYER GET PAID??? 781 891 0621 WWW.HENRYSBASEBALL

Jerry’s answer:

payday. i would have to see the contract to know. contact the government. i'm sure taxes came out of their pay before they received their check. they also have signing bonuses, performance bonuses, and expense accounts.

Kiesha White asked:

my coaches have been told the reason we dont win many games is beacause we dont know how to win is there anyway to teach the team to win

Jerry’s answer:

if you lack skills but enjoy coaching, read, go to a clinic or learn anyway you can. if parents blame you, recruit them to help. your biggest problems come from people who do not play with their children and practice with them. some teams, the children... Continue reading »

Larry Lane asked:

what is the best batting order for fast pitch youth softball

Jerry’s answer:

Hi Larry, you're talking youth sports. your best player yesterday could be your worst player today. play with your lineup. teach fundamentals and remember each individual brings something different to your team. watch speed, because if your fastest run... Continue reading »

Fred Freeman asked:

I am a first time soccer coach. Looking for great practice formats and drills. do you know a good free site to find tips ?

Jerry’s answer:

sorry i hate the word drills. when i coached at this level, we would split up into two groups, do skills work for @ 15 minutes and scrimmage each other using rules that i made up like so many passes before you shoot, rotating positions, and taking time... Continue reading »

Jim De Boer asked:

What can parents do to squelch an unruly fan?

Jerry’s answer:

team meetings and peer pressure. talk to the parents and make them understand that the games are all about the children not the parents or the coaches. i believe in talking to the person first, but if this fails talk to the organization. they will corr... Continue reading »

Luke Melia asked:

What's the best way to get a young kid started in sports?

Jerry’s answer:

soccer is the easiest sport for younger children. it also provides the most exercise. try watching neighbor kids at their activities to develop interest. don't push because many children who start early will burn out on a sport because it becomes more ... Continue reading »

Sara Bender asked:

Hey parents, I was wondering what type of things you do to balance sports and school? This has been a challenge in our family! Thanks!

Jerry’s answer:

set your rules. school is first. most schools have athletic codes which will spell out guidelines that need to be followed in order to play. find out what they are and teach your children early how to follow the rules. if it is getting to be too much r... Continue reading »

MARTY WRIGHT asked:

I AM ASST.COACH OF UNDER 10.THE LAST 3 YEARS MY SON HAS PLAYED INFIELD.BUT NOW THE HEAD COACH HAS HIS SON PLAYING INFIELD.WHAT SHOULD I DO

Jerry’s answer:

communicate! some head coaches help their players, while others are there because their children can not make the grade on merit. talk to the head coach, and if all else fails, use this as a lesson that life is not always fair. if you have the time, th... Continue reading »

Kimberlian Lewis asked:

How do you teach 10U softball players to not be afraid of the ball and try and catch it outfield in the air?

Jerry’s answer:

not all children do well in the outfield. they have to see the ball hit off the bat and be able to judge where it is going. using a softer ball and proper throwing and catching techniques with regular practice and positive reinforcement will help.