What would be the best position for me?

Question

I'm 15 years old 6 foot tall 150 pounds. I can make those hard to make catches but i don't have a great throwing distance or accuracy. I can pretty easily hit a home run but i'm also a good contact hitter.

And just in case u need it:
Bench Press Max: about 140-150
I've also been biking about 3-4 miles a day to build endurance and leg strength

I'm gonna be playing little league this year and then play high school next year.

Answer 1

If I were your coach, I would have you start a long toss program to build throwing speed and accuracy. Then we could see about an outfield position (depending on range and improvement in throwing). First or second base are also possibilities.

Throwing is more a matter of body mechanics than actual strength. After all, you are throwing a baseball, which only weighs 5 oz.

Improper weight training programs can hurt your throwing ability, so be sure to talk to a coach before doing too much of that. Do not use weighted balls! They will slow down your arm speed and can ruin your rotator cuff (shoulder). There is no upside, no matter what any well-intentioned so-called experts may say.

If you have good coaches, they will also try to put you into a position where they think you have the best chance of developing to play at the next level. That may not be the position where you are most comfortable now, or even where you could be a dominant player now.

Edit: You say you are playing Little League this year. Definitely make sure that you check out who is ahead of you in high school, or on a travel team if high school ball is not big around where you are. Concentrate on developing your throwing and try to slot into a position where there is a good chance you will have a shot at playing at the next level. Most coaches will be glad to help you if you show coachability. We really do like to see improvement and success for our players.

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Answer 2

If I were coaching you I would see how you could go to your right at second base. If that would not be a position of value then first base. I prefer outfielders with arm strength and accuracy. Third, SS, and C requires that as well. Also you need to be timed from home to first, home to second, home to third, and for the cycle if inside the park. This too will help determine a better course for your game. A tip to help your arm strength and accuracy: do curls on both arms to get better tone. Then to practice accuracy, take a dozen balls to the OF and then set a bucket at second laying down. Practice one hopping the ball into the bucket like into a fielders glove. Then do the same thing to home but trying to get it in the bucket in two hops. This is something you can do without having anyone there with you. Good Luck and keep practicing.

Answer 3

I'm more concerned about your throwing arm. If you are lefthanded, the only real choice is first base.

If you think you'll make the team as a hitter, first base will keep your fielding woes in check. If you have the range to play second base, try it out, but don't go further down the infield.

Another alternative is being a catcher. It's a bit risky, but if you keep the ball in front of you, and can hit, your weak arm won't be an issue.

Answer 4

First Base is definately the spot for you. If your arm strength improved and you have speed, left field would be an option.

Answer 5

wait, your 15 and going to play little league, I don't see how this is possible........little league majors max age is 12........finally 6 feet 150 how skinny are you?? Pretty easily hit a homerun, maybe on a little league fence.

Answer 6

First base or left field.

Answer 7

try bases if u can catch all u need is to be able to strike them out i know its hard but get to a position where u dont have to throw much

Answer 8

left field; you don't need a terribly good arm and speed is of the essence. I think you could be a standout player in left if you apply yourself.

Answer 9

Tight End for Football!!

Answer 10

first base