Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Safety Tips For All Baseball Enthusiasts

By Athena Hunter


There is always going to be the chance that you get injured while play baseball or other sports, but when specific safety precautions are taken, players can really decrease the chance of having problems on the field. By staying in shape, wearing the correct gear and focusing during the games and practices, the chance of getting injured decreases. Let's talk about a few of the key points that you should remember if you want to be safe while playing baseball.

The very first thing every player needs is a full physical so that coaches are fully aware of any and all pre-existing conditions or injuries a player might have. For example if a player has an injury that hasn't had enough time to completely heal you won't want them making the injury worse by continuing to play while injured. Similarly, if an injury does occur during a game, it should be immediately checked out. because of the fact that your players don't want to be in the dugouts during a game they won't often tell you when they are hurt so you as a coach must make the call. Most usually a sprained ankle or shoulder injury is only exacerbated by continuing to play.

The bases in this game are one danger we don't always consider dangerous but they are. It can be easy to hurt a foot, ankle or leg if a player slides deep into a stationary base. These bases can be especially dangerous for those sliding headfirst into them. A breakaway base is a good solution to this danger because of its ability to come apart when necessary. There's no worries of it "popping" unexpectedly during normal play conditions. A simple suggestion might get your league on board with this safety feature if they aren't already. Besides that, players need to practice proper sliding techniques and watch for dangerous bases.

Aside from helmets, batters can protect themselves from pitches with additional safety gear. Using a padded batting glove will reduce the impact when they hit the ball. This not only helps the hitter get a better grip on the bat, but it protects the hand and wrist. You may want to consider a wrist guard to protect wrists from pitches. If your current helmet isn't equipped with a full facemask you should also use a mouth guard. It is important to protect your teeth and mouth from damage by speeding balls. It's always a good idea to over protect yourself especially since batting is the most dangerous situation for a player to be in.

If safety guidelines are always followed, baseball can be enjoyed with far fewer injuries and problems. Players at the earliest age should learn good habits when it comes to playing baseball safely, and coaches, parents and managers should all do their part. This article has covered some basic but important tips for maintaining safety in baseball, and the main thing to remember is always pay attention!




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