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The Baseball Coaching Course That Grows With Your Team.
Everything you need to coach baseball from 7U through 12U+—from teaching the fundamentals to developing advanced skills, game strategy and baseball IQ.
One course. Every stage. Lifetime access.
Coach the Team You Have Now.
Be Ready for What Comes Next.
Youth baseball changes quickly. At 7U, you're teaching players how to throw, catch, field, hit and understand the game. As they develop, practices need to develop with them. By 10U, 11U and 12U+, you're introducing more advanced skills, positional responsibilities, baserunning, pitching, situational baseball and game strategy.
Rookies → Minors → Majors
Start where your team is today. Progress as your players develop.
Rookies
Approx. 7U–8U
Build the Foundation
- Throwing mechanics
- Catching and receiving
- Fielding fundamentals
- Hitting basics
- Baserunning fundamentals
- Basic game concepts
Minors
Approx. 9U–10U
Develop the Player
- Skill progressions
- Position development
- Pitching fundamentals
- Catching development
- Situational baseball
- More advanced practice structure
Majors
Approx. 11U–12U+
Teach the Game
- Advanced skills
- Game strategy
- Leads and stealing
- Pick-offs
- Situational play
- 50/70 transition concepts
ONE COURSE. EVERY STAGE.
Never Wonder What You Should Be Teaching Next.
Whether you're coaching experienced travel players or stepping onto the field with a team that still needs the fundamentals, Dominate the Diamond gives you a roadmap for what to teach, how to teach it and how to structure practice.
9 Complete Development Areas
Each area moves from fundamentals into more advanced skills and game application.
Throwing Program
- Lesson #1: 4-Seam Grip
- Lesson #2: Checkpoints
- Lesson #3: Arm Action
- Lesson #4: High Five Drill
- Lesson #5: Throw to Targets
- Lesson #6: Throwing at Wall
Fielding
- Lesson #1: Prep Step
- Lesson #2: Triangle
- Lesson #3: Skateboard
- Lesson #4: Line Drill (charging)
- Lesson #5: Box Drill
Outfield, Fly-Balls and Line-Drives
- Lesson #1: 3 Different Ways to Catch the Ball
- Lesson #2: Catching Fly Balls
- Lesson #3: Windshield Wiper
- Lesson #4: Fly Ball Squishy
- Lesson #5: Communication
Pitching Mechanics
- Lesson #1: The Set Up
- Lesson #2: Leg Lift & Balance
- Lesson #3: Separation
- Lesson #4: Extension & Finish
Base Running
- Lesson #1: Running through 1st Base
- Lesson #2: Rounding 1st Base
- Lesson #3: Running through 1st Base Drill
- Lesson #4: Rounding 1st Base Drill
- Lesson #5: Secondary Leads
Sliding
- Lesson #1: Figure 4 Slide Kids
- Lesson #2: Diving Back into Bases
- Lesson #3: Head First Sliding
- Lesson #4: Hook Slide Kids
Hitting
- Lesson #1: Stance
- Lesson #2: Load
- Lesson #3: Lower Half / Connection
- Lesson #4: Extension
- Lesson #5: The Finish
- Lesson #6: Swing Path
Catching
- Lesson #1: Safety Tips
- Lesson #2: Positioning
Situational Plays
- Lesson #1: Force Play
- Lesson #2: Tag Play
- Lesson #3: Combo Drills
The Right Material at the Right Time.
Know What to Teach
Age- and development-appropriate skills from fundamentals through advanced baseball.
Know How to Teach It
Instructional videos from Duke Baxter and Steve Nikorak show you how to explain and demonstrate each skill.
Know How to Practice It
Ready-to-run practice plans help turn instruction into productive, organized practices.
Know How to Progress
Move into advanced technique, strategy and situational baseball as your players develop.
Rookies. Minors. Majors.
One Complete Development System.
ON SALE: $20 Off + Free Winter Development Bundle
One-time payment • Lifetime access
- 115+ instructional coaching videos
- 15 ready-to-use practice plans
- 9 skill-development modules
- Fundamental through advanced instruction
- Game strategy and situational baseball
- 50/70 transition concepts
- Coaching resources and templates
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is this course designed for?
Approximately 7U through 12U+ baseball, progressing from Rookies fundamentals to Minors development and more advanced Majors instruction.
What if my team has players at different skill levels?
Start with the fundamentals each player or team needs and move into more advanced skills when they are ready.
Do I need prior coaching experience?
No. The videos, drills and practice plans support first-time volunteer coaches and experienced youth coaches.
Does the course include practice plans?
Yes. It includes 15 ready-to-use practice plans.
How long do I have access?
You receive lifetime access.
What is your Refund Policy?
We are 100% confident this course will improve your coaching. If, for some reason, you don't feel that your coaching has been transformed, just let us know at [EMAIL_2] and we'll be happy to refund your investment.
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ONE COURSE. EVERY STAGE OF YOUTH BASEBALL.
From teaching the fundamentals at 7U to coaching more advanced baseball at 12U+, have the plan, drills and instruction you need at your fingertips.
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ABOUT DOMINATE THE DIAMOND®Â
 Created by Coach Duke Baxter and Coach Steve Nikorak, two former professional players and nationally recognized baseball educators with over 40 years of combined coaching experience. As founders of Dominate the Diamond®, Zoned Redhawks Club Baseball & Softball Organization and Zoned Sports Academy Training Facility in Bridgewater, New Jersey, they’ve trained tens of thousands of athletes and coaches, specializing in building fundamentals, confidence, and a love for the game.
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Through the Dominate the Diamond® online educational platform and App, Duke and Steve make coaching simple, fun, and accessible—equipping coaches, parents and players everywhere with the tools, drills, and leadership skills they need to run successful seasons and develop stronger players on and off the field.
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