Lesson 1:
The Power of Experience and Networking in Coaching
Coach Brian Femi shares his deep appreciation for the value of experience and strong coaching networks. With over 95 years of combined coaching experience between himself and his assistants, he highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with knowledgeable and trusted individuals. He also reflects on how unexpected encounters, such as meeting legendary baseball figures like Jim Wing and Lloyd Simmons, have reinforced the significance of mentorship, learning, and connections in the sport.
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In this session, Coach Brian Femi emphasizes the importance of smart base running to create scoring opportunities, especially for teams that may not have the strongest players. He introduces the “advance, be late” strategy, which ensures baserunners avoid leaving early and being called out by umpires. He also discusses the challenges of dealing with poor outfield arms and how third base coaches...
