Baseball Skills 20L

Baseball Skills 20L is designed to introduce students to intermediate baseball concepts. Students will apply the rules of baseball and learn how baseball statistics and metrics are measured and how they can be used strategically and support athlete improvement.

Prerequisite

None

Delivered

Online Asynchronous

Credits

Elective 20

What Will I Learn?

  • Students will examine the skill sets and training necessary for all positions and learn advanced skill techniques for hitting, throwing and baserunning as well as advanced offensive and defensive game strategies.

  • They will explore strategies for managing nutrition and mental wellness in-season and off-season and extend their learning in leadership, relationships and community outreach to make the game of baseball more enjoyable for all those involved. They will continue to pursue concepts related to fair play and integrity and will research post-secondary options to play baseball.

  • Students will benefit from access to a baseball coach or another knowledgeable mentor that provide feedback to them, but this is not required.

  • The course includes videos and resources created in partnership with Going Yard Baseball Academy based in Saskatoon.

Units of Study

The Game of Baseball

Developing The Athlete

Game Strategy and Tactics

Fair Play and Integrity

Leadership and Community Engagement

Pathways in Baseball

Exams

No Proctored Exams

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Course Materials

You Will Need

Baseball

Baseball Bat

Baseball Glove

Baseball Tee

Base or Substitute

Video Recording Equipment or Smart Phone / Device

Basic Exercise Equipment (optional)

Supplied by Sask DLC

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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