Moms and Baseball

Today's episode explores the journey of someone cut from his high school basketball and baseball team, but through perseverance and dedication ended up becoming a starter for both sports as a senior and then playing baseball at a Division 1 university. In contrast to his story, his best friend at the same school was a starter in both basketball and baseball as a young athlete, and even played...

It is that time of year, but not the politics you were thinking. This topic was suggested by one of our listeners, because she thought that newbie parents may be surprised to learn about all the politics that can be involved in even a small town youth baseball team. In this episode, we discuss the politics in rec and travel baseball, daddy ball, and how adults get in the way of kids just wanting t...

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Do you really know the difference between a hit and ROE? Or do you understand OPS, SLG, and ERA? Here we discuss the most common baseball stats that parents and coaches might have access to. Scorekeepers in particular may learn a thing or two to help them score games more accurately (leading to more accurate stats) as well! Stats discussed in this episode: AB vs. PA - At Bat vs. Plate Appearance F...

Diana and Stephanie talk with special guest, Dr. Trevor Grice, regarding the differences in travel baseball and rec/little league baseball, and discuss why someone may choose one or the other. http://momsandbaseball.weebly.com/podcast ----- Are you familiar with Mambe blankets? We have both owned a Mambe hooded blanket for over a year and couldn't love them more! Use the discount code MOMSAND...

Diana and Stephanie talk with special guest host, Dr. Trevor Grice, regarding the differences in travel baseball and rec/little league baseball, and discuss why someone may choose one or the other. Trevor is a licensed clinical psychologist, baseball coach for rec and travel ball, has been an active board member for each league, is a long-time baseball fan, and also happens to be married to Diana...

Diana and Stephanie discuss common baseball mom stereotypes for youth baseball teams. ----- Are you familiar with Mambe blankets? We have both owned a Mambe hooded blanket for over a year and couldn't love them more! Use the discount code MOMSANDBASEBALL to get your own blanket and receive 10% off your order!!!  If you aren't already familiar with these amazing products, we will provide...

It's the age-old baseball mom question: how to get white baseball pants clean (and is it worth it)? Cleaning products/methods listed in this podcast: Car wash / Pressure washer OUT White Brite Iron Out Rust Stain Remover OxiClean Dawn Dish Soap Purex Fels-Naptha Laundry Bar & Stain Remover Murphy Oil Soap All free clear laundry detergent ----- Are you familiar with Mambe blankets? We have...

Meet Stephanie and Diana, hosts of Moms and Baseball-a podcast dedicated to covering youth baseball topics. We are moms, but our listeners include moms, dads, coaches, and players! We often invite expert guests to join us and our episodes cover a variety of topics, ranging from tips for cleaning white baseball pants to college recruitment advice. Join our Parents and Baseball Facebook community an...