I’m making a change… MAD (lite) is Now…🥁 👉 MAD (kids) Mindful Athletic Development for Youth Hitters⚾️🥎 Almost every day, I receive messages from parents of youth hitters asking for advice on building their young athletes' confidence, improving swing mechanics, using drills effectively, or helping them overcome their fear of the ball. While I do work with some younger players, my typical clients are ages 13 and up. However, my coaching style focuses on developing the whole player, and I've realized that if I'm not supporting youth players now, I'm not truly supporting the future versions of those same athletes. That’s why I've decided to dedicate this community to helping parents of youth players foster their kids' growth from the 'head down.' In addition to developing the swing, this program will focus on cultivating a mindset that keeps kids learning and growing naturally, building self-esteem, and instilling confidence—even when facing the inevitable challenges of this game. With this foundation, they’ll not only enjoy the game more but also achieve long-term success." Please drop a like or comment on this post if you support this idea🙏 PS If you joined this group as an older player (or parent of) and still looking to develop your mental game as a hitter? Please send me a direct message here in the Skool app by clicking the chat icon at bottom of screen🙏

1. Celebrate Effort, Not Just Results Confidence starts with recognizing growth over time. Celebrate your child’s effort, commitment, and small improvements in practice—not just their stats in games. By focusing on effort, you’re helping them see that success is about persistence, which builds resilience and long-term confidence. 2. Teach a Growth Mindset Help your child understand that skills can be developed through hard work and learning from mistakes. When they have a tough game or make a mistake, frame it as a chance to learn. Remind them that even the best players struggle and that every challenge is an opportunity to get better. 3. Encourage Them to Set Personal Goals Let your child set small, realistic goals they can achieve during practice or games. These might be as simple as “I want to make contact with the ball three times in today’s game.” Achieving personal goals gives them a sense of accomplishment and shows them the power of focus, which builds their self-confidence. 4. Focus on Preparation and Routine Encourage a pre-game or pre-practice routine that helps your child feel mentally prepared. Routines build familiarity, and feeling prepared helps them feel ready to perform. Confidence grows when they know they’ve done the work and have a process they can rely on. 5. Be Their Support System, Not Just Their Coach It’s important to offer support rather than critique right after a tough game. Be there to listen and encourage them to talk about how they felt. Sometimes, the best thing you can do as a parent is to remind them that they’re valuable no matter the outcome and that you’re proud of their effort and dedication. With these five tips, you can help your young athlete develop a strong, confident mindset that will support them on and off the field! Which of the 5 hits home most for you? Comment below👇

Welcome to MAD(kids)‼️ Mindful Athletic Development for Parents of Youth ⚾️🥎 Athletes! Couple steps to make sure your experience here is smooth… Step 1: Download Skool app (and allow notifications) Step 2: Download Onform app (one FREE swing analysis) Step 3: Join MAD(kids) Onform group (send videos here)

Hello everyone! My name is Chase Wells. I am the founder of BP Athletics. I’m thrilled to join this amazing community of baseball enthusiasts! I’m currently in my third year of Professional Baseball as a catcher/utility guy. I have a deep passion for the game and everything that goes into improving as a player. I’m excited to announce a partnership between my company, BPA, and Coach Vic to help support all of you in your baseball and softball journeys. Together, we aim to enhance your skills and knowledge in regard to different training methods, do's and don'ts, and any other thoughts or questions you may have regarding the games of baseball and softball. In the coming weeks, I will be sharing valuable resources, tips, and instructional content focused on Stretching and Mobility, Catching, Proper Arm Care, Defense, as well as some mental instruction that I have learned through the years as a compliment to Coach Vic. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, I’m here to assist you in every way possible. I’m looking forward to connecting with all of you, sharing insights, and helping each of you elevate your game. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or topics you’d like me to cover. Let’s work together to make this baseball community stronger and more knowledgeable! To celebrate coming on board, I've released a FREE Throwing Program, a Stretching & Mobility Routine and an Introduction to One Knee Down Catching. Which can all be found in the classroom I can't wait to hear from you, Chase Wells, Founder of BPA Instagram: bpathleticsyc

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