Shaping The Next Generation
Gear reviews, coaching tips, and training strategies for parents and players
Best Baseball Cleats for Cold Weather (2025 Guide)
Cold fields, damp grass, and stiff ground can ruin a good game fast. This 2025 guide highlights the top cold-weather baseball cleats from Nike, New Balance, and Adidas to help you stay comfortable and confident from first pitch to final out.
🪭 5 Best Portable Fans for Dugouts & Bleachers (2025)
Hot games can turn miserable fast without the right cooling setup. Here are 5 of the best portable fans for dugouts and bleachers.
⚾ 5 Best Socks for Blister Prevention in Youth Baseball (2025)
Blisters are one of the most frustrating problems in youth baseball. In this guide, we’ll cover the 7 best socks for blister prevention with picks trusted by parents, players, and coaches.
Baseball Bat Buying Guide 2026: Best Bats for Every Age & League
Choosing the right baseball bat in 2026 can feel overwhelming. Between USA, USSSA, and BBCOR certifications — plus prices topping $400 — parents need clarity. Our guide breaks it down, sizing tips, and reviews of the top 5 bats for 2026.
Are Sliding Mitts a Smart Pick or Just a Style Accessory? (2025 Guide)
Sliding mitts have exploded in popularity, but do they actually protect players—or are they more of a fashion statement? This guide breaks down league rules, player feedback, and today’s top five mitts.
Best Catchers Gear 2025 for High School Players
These five catcher’s gear upgrades deliver the durability, protection, and advanced features high school catchers need to prepare for college-level play. Built for elite performance, they’re trusted by parents, players, and coaches who expect safety and comfort to last through the grind of long seasons.

⚾ Hi, I’m John.
I’m John Boxley—a former Emmy-winning news producer who traded in his news hat for a baseball cap.
Like you, I remember the magic of that first game.
The smell of cut grass, the hum of the crowd, the sound of a ball smacking leather—it’s where love for the game began.
Here, we’re keeping that magic alive.
This is a space for parents, coaches, players, and fans who believe baseball still matters.
It’s where many lessons are learned, dreams are born, and memories are made—starting on a chalked-up Little League diamond.
Let’s pass it on—one pitch, one player, one story at a time.
John Boxley
Box-Seats.com
