Bill Wallace

Former American professional baseball infielder and outfield providing baseball instruction and guidance to ball players of all ages and skill level.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@MattJohnson621 The one thing I do like about summer ball are the diamonds in the rough. Easy to spot because you will see the kids that bring the right attitude, effort and passion when they think no one is watching. American Legion hell yes would love to see that bounce back, rec ball too.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@CoachBeede Thank you and I appreciate all you do! Got 2 more kids to get through college then I will be back working at the rec and legion level to see if we can make a difference and bring back sandlot baseball.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@BBGreatMoments I stood my bat up on home plate after a bad 3rd strike call in the minor leagues. First was ejected, second was fined by my manger and third had an unpleasant discussion with head of player development. That sh.t didn’t play in pro ball in 1989. Shouldn’t at any level now.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@nextlevelbb 💯

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@BBGreatMoments There is no defined path to home plate. The call is at the discretion of the umpire. Run safe.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@thewheelhousenj Fault is a really bad word to use here. Too many factors involved in producing a college level ball player. Even the best instruction, physical ability, luck and opportunity will not guarantee playing at the next level. Enjoy the ride, errors happen.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@thewheelhousenj Definitely not a parents fault. As a former pro it’s tough knowing how hard it actually is to be successful at a pro level and put your kids into that same situation. Be a Father first. If we build good, happy hardworking kids we have done our jobs successfully.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@CoachSwit Everyone has a choice. If the NCAA and colleges want to allow older players then you either prepare to compete with older guys, play somewhere else or fight the NCAA. There are places to play ball other than college. Let’s strengthen those options.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@nextlevelbb I agree with the work ethic and habits but kids mature at different rates. I’ve seen kids continue to mature into their 20’s. My son was 6’0” 185 at 16. He’s a freshman in college now 6’3” 225.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@OldMensBaseball @coachzblair10 Fatigue is more of a technical term in track and field. In my playing days in the offseason I trained with one of the local university track teams specifically targeting bringing down my 60 times. Being able to repeat a 60 time was really important before I signed a pro contract.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@OldMensBaseball @coachzblair10 Yes…in baseball 10-30 yards measures how quickly an athlete can get to full speed. 40-60 measures running stride and mechanics at fatigue. Train to run 60+ and you will understand why track athletes incorporate 150-300 meter sprint work.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@nextlevelbb True most kids won’t put in the effort required. But unless you have some Experienced guidance most kids don’t even understand what is required to get to those levels. A lot of talent gets lost due to lack of proper guidance, training and understanding of what it will take.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@CoachSwit Parents have to start owning these decisions. This includes vetting organizations, understanding the baseball development landscape, setting appropriate and realistic goals. Anything we buy comes at a cost good and bad. College baseball at any level is tough and competitive.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@coachzblair10 I encourage everyone to play as many sports as possible. Eventually most kids will gravitate to one sport or another to achieve their athletic dreams. Professional sports is a totally different endeavor. Stop killing recreational sports with unrealistic views of what’s important.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@CoachSwit Won’t matter where you play if your kids are getting poor coaching or worse poor human being coaching. Development happens over a long period of time and not dictated by the organization, coaches or teams. Starts and ends at home. Look for quality coaches they are out there.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@CoachSwit I’m all for taking a shot at the dream. I did it and my son is on that journey now. Not matter what happens we have a plan, support and an understanding of the goal and what success looks like for us. My short pro career was just the foundation for my success.

[Bill Wallace @gnfan231]

@nextlevelbb Pretty rare to find kids that are uncoachable. Majority of coaches don’t know how to conduct a practice that develops baseball IQ. Who is spending time on Cutoffs, pickoffs, bunt defense, etc. Most rather micromanage not let them ask questions and learn from mistakes

[Perfect Game Scout @PG_Scouting]

‘27 CIF Jake Lindsey (MD) drops this one into the opposite field for a base hit to continue a big inning. Solid approach w/ B2B skills. @PG_Uncommitted.

#WWBAWorlds @PGMidAtlantic