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Expertise
I can answer all questions reguarding little league baseball and instruction. I can help on pitching, coaching, batting order, batting instruction, fielding and strategies.
Experience in the area
I have managed and coached baseball for over 30 years. I have also been a comissioner of a ten year old league, for 3 years. I took care of the whole league from scheduling the umpires, to running the draft, to purchasing the trophies.
Organizations
SAA Baseball (Schaumburg Athletic Association)
Education/Credentials
I attended many umpire and instructional clinics.
Awards and Honors
Many first place finishes.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tom | 02/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dennis, Thank you for taking the t ..... |
| david | 10/25/11 | 7 | 8 | 10 | |
| Bill Hunara | 06/26/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Dave | 04/12/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks. Got it - "By the time ..... |
| Ian | 09/10/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Dennis, I got it right and ..... |
Recent Answers from Dennis Girardi
2011-07-06 Pitching limits:
Hey Hector, You are throwing way too much.. I would never recommend throwing more than 120 pitches every 4 or 5 days. Throwing this often will most likely hurt your chances, rather than help. If a scout
2011-06-17 all stars:
Hey Bill, It is a shame that your son missed out on virtually to whole season, but rules are rules. There are also exceptions to rules.. Talk to the All-Star commissioner. All leagues are different.
2011-06-06 Start age long toss:
Hey Tony, It's good to hear from you again. When you are judging long toss, judge by the players size instead of his age. Also, if the player throws long toss with ease, don't hold him back. Here
2011-04-21 Rule Interpretation:
Hey Mark, Except for the pitcher and the catcher, any fielder may station himself anywhere in fair territory. Note that the penalty of a balk is listed only on 4.03a. There is no penalty prescribed
2011-04-12 Coaching Pitcher after he hits a batter:
Hey Dave, Just let him know that occasionally one "Gets Away" and that, it's part of the game.. Tell him it only hurts for a short while and even becomes an advantage to the pitcher. Be sure he doesn't
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