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New findings from the Aspen Institute reveal what truly drives youth sports participation, with fun, friendships, and positive environments outweighing the industry’s focus on competition and advancement. Drawing on a national survey of nearly 4,000 athletes, the report highlights how factors like parent behavior, coaching, and access shape whether kids stay in—or walk away from—the game. |
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NEXT WEEK! ABCA Webinar PlayMetrics • May 6 • 8 p.m. ET |
Cut through the chaos of tryouts and team management with this free webinar, “Step Up Your Game with PlayMetrics: From Tryouts to Team Management.” Join PlayMetrics’ Senior Account Executive Cole Veith as he shares how coaches can streamline evaluations, organize teams with ease, and spend more time where it matters most—on the field. | |
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A young boy’s love for baseball sparked a lasting bond that continues to inspire a program, a family, and a broader community long after his passing. Through resilience, remembrance, and a shared mission, his legacy lives on—uniting people in the fight against pediatric cancer and demonstrating the enduring impact of the game. |
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Presented by Netting Professionals, Official Netting Provider of the ABCA |
This Week: Jake Banwart – Co-Owner and President, BAMFAM |
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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Jake Banwart, a leader in Midwest baseball and fastpitch and Co-Owner and President of BAMFAM, where he drives player development, culture, and team success. With a track record as a winning high school coach and current roles with The Lab Sports Performance and Midwest Ghost National, Banwart shares his holistic approach to developing athletes on and off the field. |
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After releasing nine Barnstormers Regional Coaching Clinic videos in December and January, the ABCA Video Library is rolling out new 2025 Barnstormers Clinic content each week leading up to the full release of the 2026 ABCA Convention video collection to all members on May 18. |
Now Available! Ty Neal, Butler University |
Bullpen Routines that Prepare Pitchers to Compete |
Coming May 6
Practices: Butler, William & Mary |
Blueprint of a Bulldog Practice & High-Energy Tribe Training |
Coming May 13
Practices: Tarleton State, Sacramento State |
Tarleton State Player Development in Action: Individual Work to Team Concepts & How Sacramento State Designs Fall Practices |
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The most effective coaches lead through service, prioritizing their athletes’ growth, character, and long-term development over wins and personal recognition. By fostering trust, empathy, and shared responsibility, they create environments where players not only improve on the field but develop the life skills needed beyond the game. |
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Think of saving on gas like playing a smart game of baseball. You don’t need to hit a home run every time—just make consistent, good decisions inning after inning. Finding cheaper stations, using rewards, and timing your fill-ups is like waiting for the right pitch. Driving efficiently—keeping your tires properly inflated, avoiding extra weight, and choosing smoother routes—is like running the bases well and avoiding unnecessary outs. Each move may seem small, but over the course of the “season,” those gains can add up to meaningful savings on fuel.
Disclosure: Advisory services offered through Olde Raleigh Financial Group, A Member of Advisory Services Network, LLC. |
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Inside Pitch Magazine Intentional Walk: Keys for a Successful Season |
Seven key areas—from attention to detail and player relationships to character and time management—can have a lasting impact on both a coach’s development and a team’s success over the course of a season. A consistent focus on daily habits, personal growth, and leadership helps build the foundation for a more disciplined, connected, and effective program. |
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ABCA Century Club
Presented by Netting Professionals |
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The ABCA wishes to congratulate the following member coaches who have reached major coaching milestones for wins during the 2026 season: |
Rick Heller, University of Iowa |
Mike Dickson, Rowan University |
Chris McMinn, Magnolia Heights School (MS) |
Jim Chester, Gardner-Webb University |
Dave Herrick, Oxford High School (MI)
Shawn Oliver, Fellowship Christian School (GA) |
The ABCA honors its member coaches who have reached milestone career victories (100, 200, 500, etc.) with recognition on the ABCA website and a certificate. If you or a coach you know has reached a Century Club mark, please complete the Century Club nomination form below. |
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The American Baseball Coaches Association is proud to present the Divisional Coaches Polls for each division of college baseball. The polls are conducted weekly and released throughout the regular season. |
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NCAA Div. III Presented by |
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ABCA Charts & Documents Downloadable tools to help coaches with practice planning, scouting, and game prep |
Need downloadable charts and documents to help with practice planning, player development, scouting, and overall team organization? The ABCA Charts & Documents resource, brought to you by GoRout, offers checklists, spray charts, tendency charts, field diagrams, and more–available online exclusively for ABCA members. |
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ABCA Job Postings Presented by b4-app |
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Below are the latest listings in the ABCA Job Board presented by b4-app. |
Assistant Coach (full time) |
- Leesburg High School (FL)
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Assistant Coach (part time) |
- Strasburg Express (VBL)
- West Port High School (FL)
- North Iowa Area CC
- Minot Hot Tots (Northwoods League)
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Check out the most recent open schedule date postings for the 2027-28 seasons. |
- Georgia Southwestern State University: Midweek Games: Feb. 9, 16; March 16, 23, 30; April 6
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University of West Alabama: Feb. 12-14
- University of Hawaii Hilo: Feb. 5-7; Feb. 12-15
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- Methodist University (NC): Feb. 26-28
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George Fox University (OR): March 12-13; March 26-27
- Schreiner University (TX): Feb. 26-28; March 12-14; March 19-21
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- Cumberland University (TN): Feb. 12-14; March 5-7
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- Miami University Middletown (OH): Feb. 21-22; Feb. 27-28; March 6-7
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- Choccolocco Park Spring Experience (AL): March 12-April 10
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Download the My ABCA mobile app! |
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www.ABCA.org | (336) 821-3140 |
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