# Sports

Posts

Rooting for the Hopeless: A White Sox Reflection

Jul 6, 2025

A funny, heartfelt look at what it means to cheer for the White Sox when they’re historically awful. From a lifelong baseball bucket list to a superfan yelling her heart out, this is a tribute to showing up even when your team can’t seem to win.

⚾ Seeing What the Box Score Misses

Jul 3, 2025

A reflection on what it’s like to watch the Mets find new ways to lose, why situational baseball still matters, and how it feels to see the same patterns over and over while everyone else says it’s just variance.

How We’re Training Shortstop This Summer (Simple Offseason Plan for 12U Fall Prep)

Jun 23, 2025

We’re using this summer to focus on real development — no games, just high-quality reps. This 2x/week indoor shortstop routine is helping my son build better glove work, footwork, and confidence heading into fall ball. If you’re looking for a simple, repeatable plan to sharpen your player’s infield skills, this might be a good place to start.

Teaching a Young Catcher: My 10U Catcher Training Plan (With Videos)

Jun 23, 2025

A look at the 8-week plan I’m using to teach my daughter to catch in 10U softball. We focus on short, consistent sessions that build confidence in receiving, blocking, footwork, and leadership. Includes a printable tracker and video links to follow along — even if you’re not a pro.

The Case for Tyrone Taylor: Because He’s Enough — Nuff Said

Jun 20, 2025

The Mets are searching for answers, but Tyrone Taylor already is one. This is a defense of “glue guys”, quiet contributors, and why enough is more than enough when October baseball is the goal.

Rolling the Curse: The Secret Hand Gesture That Still Haunts Mets Opponents

Jun 11, 2025

Behind home plate at Shea in 1986, a simple fan gesture became something more: a good luck charm, a curse, and a piece of Mets magic. Here’s the story of the rolling hands that still haunt opposing pitchers — and why the tradition lives on today.

How Jeff McNeil Reinvented His Swing — And What That Can Teach All of Us About Growth

Jun 11, 2025

Jeff McNeil retooled his swing and his mindset in 2025. His story offers lessons for anyone trying to evolve, adapt, and grow.

The Baseball Pain Glossary: Fan-Invented Terms for Surviving the Game

Jun 8, 2025

Baseball will break your heart in the dumbest ways. Here’s the ultimate Baseball Pain Glossary — from NOBLETIGERs to TOOTBLANs — to help you name, laugh at, and survive the agony of loving this game.

How I’m Approaching the New Baseball Season (And What I’ll Tell My Players on Day 1)

Jun 6, 2025

How I’m approaching the fall baseball season — and what I’ll tell my players on Day 1. Teaching effort, mindset, accountability, emotional discipline, and how to handle failure with resilience.

Life Happens on a Tuesday—And So Does Baseball Magic

Apr 23, 2025

From comeback homers to walk-off hits and game-saving catches, this blog post captures the unexpected thrill of a single Tuesday in baseball. A tribute to the beauty of the everyday.

The Baseball Gods Are Always Watching

Apr 4, 2025

A dramatic look at Game 6 of the 1986 World Series and the baseball gods who never forget missed outs. A true story of belief, karma, and redemption.

Youth Sports and Parent Behavior: How to Create a Positive Culture on the Sidelines

Feb 27, 2025

Create a positive culture in youth sports by modeling respect and sportsmanship. Learn why parent behavior matters and how to set the right example for kids.