The gap between a good club and an elite academy often comes down to how they handle the months between tryouts. While many organizations rely on a set it and forget it mentality once the season begins, high level directors … Read More
Author Archives: Zach Crouse
Fun Baseball Drills Every Coach Should Run at Practice
Looking for fun baseball drills that actually develop skills? The best practices don’t feel like practice at all. Here are the drills coaches keep coming back to — competitive, fast-moving, and genuinely enjoyable for players at every level. Fun Fielding … Read More
The Best Baseball Fielding Drills for Travel & High School Coaches
Defense wins championships — and the coaches who understand that don’t wait until game week to build it. Whether you’re running a travel ball program competing on the showcase circuit or preparing a high school squad for a deep playoff … Read More
2026 March Madness Sweet 16: Schedule, Matchups, Predictions & How to Watch
Week one of March Madness is in the books, and it delivered every bit of the madness the name promises. Defending champion Florida is already gone — bounced by a No. 9 seed Iowa buzzer-beater that had the entire country … Read More
Baseball Pitching Drills to Get Young Pitchers Started Right
Whether you’re coaching youth baseball or leveling up your own game, the right pitching drills can make all the difference between a wild arm and a confident, accurate pitcher. This blog covers everything — from the most fundamental pitching drills … Read More
March Madness 2026: Everything You Need to Know
At TeamGenius, sports aren’t just what we do — they’re in our DNA. And right now, we’re sitting right in the middle of the greatest stretch of the sports calendar all year: March Madness is tipping off, the Masters is … Read More
Ronald Acuña Jr. Went From Tryout Reject to WBC Champion
Baseball tryouts can feel unpredictable. One day you’re performing at your best — the next, you’re waiting for a call that never comes. Even some of the best players in the world have been overlooked. Before becoming an MVP and … Read More
The Best Baseball Hitting Drills for Youth Players
Teaching young players the right baseball hitting drills is one of the most impactful things a coach or parent can do. Quality repetitions, proper mechanics, and — most importantly — a fun environment are the building blocks of a confident … Read More
How to Run a Baseball Tryouts: A Complete Guide
Baseball tryouts can make or break a player’s season — and a coach’s reputation. Whether you’re organizing youth baseball tryouts for 8-year-olds just learning the game or running competitive middle school baseball tryouts for kids who’ve been playing for years, … Read More
Understanding Baseball Tryout Age: What Parents Need to Know
Youth baseball tryouts can be confusing for parents, especially when teams are labeled 8U, 10U, 12U, AA, or AAA. One of the most common questions families ask is: “What baseball tryout age group should my child be in?” Understanding how … Read More