Baseball is meant to be fun. We do not believe that kids should play only one sport year-round. Taking breaks is important to give kids physical, mental, emotional, and conditional relief—and to enjoy the benefits of family time. It is critical to balance baseball with simply being a kid during these years, when enjoyment can be lost due to pressure.

 

We do not control every aspect of the game. Coach Tim empowers young athletes to read the mood, judge the play, and learn by doing—not by being told. By making their own observations and calls, Coach Tim believes his athletes will rely on the training they’ve received in practice and use their own decision-making skills during games (including pitch selection, stealing, and at-bats).

 

While we play locally as often as possible, some of our teams do travel occasionally for tournaments. A potential calendar is drafted and open for discussion with the selected teams.

 

We believe in multi-sport athletes. Families, coaches, and schools may pressure kids to choose just one sport—but that’s not us. We believe in pursuing many passions and hobbies. It creates well-rounded athletes and individuals. I played multiple sports as a kid and still enjoy those hobbies today. Not only will I allow it—I encourage it.

 

We expose the kids to specialty coaches and agility coaches to build awareness in multiple areas and provide them with a wide range of learning opportunities. We want them to understand the game at all levels—not only for their playing careers but, more importantly, for life.

 

KBF Bruins athletes are provided with expert instruction and an environment in which they can reach their full potential and prepare for future play. By giving kids the freedom to make choices, they become capable of reading the game and situations on their own. This builds confidence and gives them personal agency. Our teaching methods are designed to support a love for baseball. We will continue to foster that love—and encourage them to play free and fearlessly.