http://practiceplaywin.com/ Get the latest blog posts from SKLZ! en-us Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:01 -0500 Copyright (c) 2009 PRO PERFORMANCE SPORTS/SKLZ 15 FRISCO, Texas (February 1, 2012) - US Youth Soccer, the nation's largest youth sports organization, today announced SKLZ, the global leader in athletic performance and skill development training products, as its exclusive player performance training sponsor.  The new partnership will leverage[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-named-exclusive-player-performance-training-sponsor-of-us-youth-soccer http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-named-exclusive-player-performance-training-sponsor-of-us-youth-soccer Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:08:11 -0500 NEWZ A big group of SKLZ employees made their way from sunny Carlsbad, CA to an even sunnier Orlando, FL last week for the 2012 PGA Merchandise Show. The SKLZ crew was accompanied by professional golfer David Bradshaw and Big Break[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pga-merchandise-show-2012-recap http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pga-merchandise-show-2012-recap Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:09:21 -0500 NEWZ Power Sleeve Jhonathan Vegas • Lee Janzen • Casey Wittenberg • Geoff Sisk • Andrew SvobodaPatrick Sheehan • Scott Gutschewski • Jeff Quinney • Bob Heinz • Joe OgilvieJason Gore • Brian Bateman • Steve Allan • Matt Bettencourt • Mark[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/list-of-pga-professionals-using-sklz-golf-training-aids http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/list-of-pga-professionals-using-sklz-golf-training-aids Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:08:53 -0500 NEWZ A couple weeks ago, we welcomed Megan Willis to the growing team of SKLZ Ambassadors. No sooner did her introduction to the team finish than we whisked her away to a full schedule of photo and video shoots.    With the softball[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/catching-up-with-megan-willis http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/catching-up-with-megan-willis Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:06:29 -0500 STRZ This was SKLZ first time in attendance at the NSCAA Soccer Coaches Show. This year the show was held in Kansas City and SKLZ team members in attendance definitely got their share of Kansas City BBQ. What they even more[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-nscaa-show-over-and-out http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-nscaa-show-over-and-out Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:15:35 -0500 NEWZ CARLSBAD, CA - January 17, 2012 - SKLZ, the industry leader in athletic performance and sports skill development products, announced that it will be participating in the PGA Merchandise Show with its greatest presence yet. SKLZ will be located at[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2012-pga-merchandise-show-and-demo-day http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2012-pga-merchandise-show-and-demo-day Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:43:50 -0500 NEWZ As the cycling community continues to grow nationwide, SKLZ is proud to support this local cyling club that has over 150 recreational and racing cyclists. SKLZ CEO and 3-time Million Dollar Challenge rider, John Sarkisian, is a proud member of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-sponsors-san-diego-based-cycling-team http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-sponsors-san-diego-based-cycling-team Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:00:42 -0500 NEWZ This past Saturday, the top high school football recruits selected to play in the 2012 U.S Army All-American Bowl prepared for kickoff. Of all high school players nationwide, the Army selected 96 of the top recruits among the nation to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-us-army-all-american-bowl http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-us-army-all-american-bowl Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:38:18 -0500 NEWZ Starting at 7:15 a.m., the first combine group was led into the dome by the Army soldiers. Once the players tied up the laces of their cleats, it was show time. The combine was split into two groups; each group[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/rise-and-shine-for-national-combine-testing-with-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/rise-and-shine-for-national-combine-testing-with-sklz Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:39:26 -0500 NEWZ After 3 full days, the SKLZ team is proud to say that the 2012 ABCA Show was quite a success. Coaches ooed and awwwed at the new SKLZ Chrome Pro X Tee and its versatility as a teaching tool. Additionally, these coaches[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-abca-baseball-show-recap-from-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2012-abca-baseball-show-recap-from-sklz Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:57:28 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ has combined training forces with Fusion Sports to provide athletes with combine data. Upon registration, each athlete received an RFID band to wear throughout the day. The RFID band provides an immediate association of data to an athlete, keeping[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/registration-for-the-sklz-national-combine-at-the-2012-army-all-american-bowl http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/registration-for-the-sklz-national-combine-at-the-2012-army-all-american-bowl Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:27:59 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ registration setup for the U.S. Army All-American Combine Finally, the week has come! Here in San Antonio, team SKLZ, along with 500 of the nation's top high school football underclassmen will be participating in the U.S Army National Combine presented[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/us-army-bowl-week-2012-update http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/us-army-bowl-week-2012-update Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:11:01 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ will be exhibiting at the 67th ABCA Annual Convention. The convention will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center January 5-8, 2012.  Stop by the SKLZ booth (booth #769) to get a glimpse of the 2012 Baseball and Athletic Training[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2012-abca-convention http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2012-abca-convention Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:21:11 -0500 NEWZ Will also manage and recognize the top performers at the SKLZ National Combine CARLSBAD, CA, Dec 28, 2011 -SKLZ, the leading manufacturer of athletic training tools and programs is sponsoring the 12th annual U.S. Army All-American Bowl.  Additionally, SKLZ will[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-us-army-all-american-bowl http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-us-army-all-american-bowl Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:11:33 -0500 NEWZ Performance training equipment and programs to be integrated throughout FBU's elite nationwide camps CARLSBAD, Dec 27, 2011 -SKLZ, the global leader in athletic performance and skill development training, has been named the official provider of performance training equipment for all Football[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-named-official-training-partner-of-football-university http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-named-official-training-partner-of-football-university Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:17:41 -0500 NEWZ We have been very hard at work these past 3 days shooting APD product intro videos. With the help of a couple of our athletes and our partner Athletes' Performance, we were able to film over 15 hours of footage.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/3-days-and-21-videos-later http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/3-days-and-21-videos-later Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:23:07 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ was featured in Entrepreneur Magazine's  "The Fix" column of their January 2012 issue. The article talks about our online strategy and how this strategy has helped us to become a leading sporting goods company and destination for athletes and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-in-entrepreneur-magazine http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-in-entrepreneur-magazine Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:41:45 -0500 NEWZ This holiday season, SKLZ was lucky enough to take part in a secret Santa mission. We adopted a local San Diego-based family who has been having a difficult time making ends meet this holiday season. We got their holiday wish[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/tis-the-season-for-giving http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/tis-the-season-for-giving Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:08:25 -0500 GIVZ As we continue to build out our Fastpitch line of products and build up our training content library, we want to make sure that we have the right people on board to help. Which is why we are excited to welcome[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-welcomes-brand-ambassador-megan-willis http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-welcomes-brand-ambassador-megan-willis Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:07:12 -0500 NEWZ Thank you everyone who made it by the SKLZ booth at the 2011 NFCA convention in Las Vegas. We definitely felt the hunger and excitement of coaches preparing for the 2012 season. We are also very excited that numerous coaches[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2011-nfca-convention-recap http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2011-nfca-convention-recap Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:13:24 -0500 NEWZ CARLSBAD, CA - December 8, 2011 - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports training equipment, instructional content and programs, today announced that over 140 new instructors have joined the SKLZ Golf Staff Program during the past 6 months, expanding the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-instructor-staff-program-has-grown-to-over-700-members-nationwide http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-instructor-staff-program-has-grown-to-over-700-members-nationwide Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:56:58 -0500 NEWZ As we embark on 2012, SKLZ is hard at work creating new lines of product for every sport including golf. While we already spend countless hours on the golf course, yesterday's day out there was specifically done to film our[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-films-for-2012-golf-line http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-films-for-2012-golf-line Wed, 07 Dec 2011 19:09:37 -0500 NEWZ CARLSBAD, CA - December 1, 2011 - SKLZ, the industry leader in athletic performance and sports skill development products, announced that it has introduced the SKLZ SimStix true-feel club for golf video games on the Nintendo Wii®. The SKLZ SimStix features[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-new-simstix-true-feel-club-for-golf-gaming http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-new-simstix-true-feel-club-for-golf-gaming Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:38:45 -0500 NEWZ If you will be attending the NFCA Convention this week, be sure to stop by the SKLZ booth (booth #425) to see the entire line of SKLZ products for Fastpitch softball. We will be giving away a $300 Fastpitch Training Kit[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2011-nfca-convention http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2011-nfca-convention Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:46:10 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ fastpitch Team Member Rob Crews from Complete Game will be conducting a series of Coaches Seminars and Player Clinics across the country. Registration is open to the public (prices vary clinic by clinic). Topics will include player development, hitting[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/complete-game-fastpitch-clinics http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/complete-game-fastpitch-clinics Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:02:02 -0500 NEWZ Dave Cummings is no professional basketball player or movie star but is doing something very extraordinary. On Veteran's Day, November 11, 2011, Dave Cummings will shoot his 1 millionth free throw to benefit the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. This has[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/1-million-free-throws-for-charity http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/1-million-free-throws-for-charity Thu, 03 Nov 2011 17:32:01 -0400 NEWZ Whether you are new to the fitness industry or a seasoned veteran, join us for the 6th annual ACE Fitness Symposium - an annual event that will be held this year in San Diego, CA (November 3-5, 2011). The ACE[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-attend-ace-fitness-symposium http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-attend-ace-fitness-symposium Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:48:25 -0400 NEWZ We have been telling Pro Mini Hoop enthusiasts for months that our next challenge would start when we reached 10,000 likes on the Pro Mini Hoop Facebook. They took it as a challenge and shared the page with friends and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pro-mini-hoop-challenge-take-3-kicks-off http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pro-mini-hoop-challenge-take-3-kicks-off Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:22:23 -0400 NEWZ CARLSBAD, CA - October 17, 2011 - SKLZ, the industry leader in athletic performance and sports skill development products, announced that it has introduced new golf training packages through its online store located at www.sklz.com. Two of the new packages[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-new-golf-training-packages http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-new-golf-training-packages Wed, 26 Oct 2011 19:20:48 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John Sarkisian[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/620-miles-and-14-million-dollars-later-riders-made-it http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/620-miles-and-14-million-dollars-later-riders-made-it Sat, 22 Oct 2011 10:34:37 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John Sarkisian[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/riders-make-their-way-from-santa-monica-to-dana-point http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/riders-make-their-way-from-santa-monica-to-dana-point Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:59:50 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/only-two-days-left-for-sklz-riders-on-their-620-mile-journey http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/only-two-days-left-for-sklz-riders-on-their-620-mile-journey Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:56:25 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John Sarkisian[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-four-of-the-caf-million-dollar-challenge-ride http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-four-of-the-caf-million-dollar-challenge-ride Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:45:02 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-three-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-114-miles-later http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-three-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-114-miles-later Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:45:12 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-two-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-two-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:14:21 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John Sarkisian[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-one-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride-ends http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/day-one-of-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride-ends Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:06:16 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and their Million Dollar Challenge bike ride to raise funds for athletes with physical disadvantages. This year SKLZ has two riders that will be participating in the ride, CEO John Sarkisian[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-night-before-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-night-before-the-million-dollar-challenge-ride Fri, 14 Oct 2011 23:59:28 -0400 NEWZ   SKLZ to Sponsor Final Day of The 2011 Challenged Athletes Foundation Million Dollar Challenge Final day ride-in celebration ceremony will be held at La Jolla Shores Park CARLSBAD, CA - The Challenged Athletes Foundation Million Dollar Challenge (MDC) ride is an unforgettable[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-final-day-of-million-dollar-challenge http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-final-day-of-million-dollar-challenge Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:34:14 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-kelley-fox http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-kelley-fox Fri, 14 Oct 2011 06:28:06 -0400 STRZ SKLZ is happy to welcome Todd Blyleven, son of baseball Hall-of-Famer Bert Blyleven, to the team as the Baseball/Fastpitch Business Development Specialist. Todd brings with him experience, contacts and resources from his 7 years as a professional baseball player as well[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/todd-blyleven-added-to-sklz-team http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/todd-blyleven-added-to-sklz-team Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:44:11 -0400 NEWZ Executive Team Expands to Support Rapid Growth CARLSBAD, CA - October 11, 2011 - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports performance training and skill development products named Stefan Karnavas as chief financial officer. Mr. Karnavas brings to the SKLZ executive team extensive[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-names-stefan-karnavas-chief-financial-officer http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-names-stefan-karnavas-chief-financial-officer Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:10:39 -0400 NEWZ This article on SKLZ was originally written by Claire Trageser in the San Diego Daily Transcript on September 30, 2011. Sports equipment specialist SKLZ thrives on competition SDDT - The employees at SKLZ, a company in Carlsbad selling specialized sports equipment,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-in-the-san-diego-daily-transcript http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-in-the-san-diego-daily-transcript Mon, 10 Oct 2011 18:04:37 -0400 NEWZ The Pro Mini Hoop was recently featured in the September issue of Boys' Life. This magazine has a circulation of over 2 million people which is a lot eyes on this product! [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-in-boys-life http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-in-boys-life Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:05:16 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the final weeks[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-gil-magallanes http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-gil-magallanes Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:41:07 -0400 STRZ   A group of former college soccer players wanted to give back to their community using the sport they had grown up playing. At first it was just an idea, but it has slowly transformed into a project that is touching[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-the-give-n-go-project http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-the-give-n-go-project Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:26:21 -0400 NEWZ   Last year SKLZ CEO, John Sarkisian, invited a SKLZ team member to take on a physical challenge unlike anything they had previously done. SKLZ Accounting Manager Tim Norris took on the challenge. He bought a bike, trained for and completed[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/the-million-dollar-challenge-a-family-affair http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/the-million-dollar-challenge-a-family-affair Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:31:21 -0400 STRZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the final weeks leading up[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-tara-butcher http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-tara-butcher Wed, 28 Sep 2011 18:16:42 -0400 STRZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the final weeks leading up to [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-sean-simonson http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-sean-simonson Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:45:59 -0400 STRZ It's football season and you know what that means. Time for tailgating. Sport-Brella Chairs have been featured in several on and off-line publications because of all the tailgating friendly features that make them perfect for gameday. Fall Foods featured the Sport-Brella[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tailgating-essentials http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tailgating-essentials Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:50:33 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the final weeks leading up to the Million[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-chris-self http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-chris-self Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:48:31 -0400 STRZ Yes, this lady holds many titles in the company. Sales Coordinator, Softball Team Manager, Team Mom and now she is the 2011 Ping Pong Women's Bracket Winner. Get the scoop on Teresa's success in our exclusive Q and A.   How does[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-ping-pong-queen-2011-teresa-logreco http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-ping-pong-queen-2011-teresa-logreco Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:01:22 -0400 STRZ SKLZ is proud to support the Challenged Athletes Foundation and it's mission of helping people with physical challenges get involved, and stay involved, in sports. As we embark on the final weeks leading up to the Million Dollar Challenge, SKLZ[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-david-lee http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/featured-athlete-of-the-week-david-lee Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:28:47 -0400 STRZ Inc. Magazine recognized SKLZ as number 1,907 on its fifth annual Inc. 500 | 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list. SKLZ achieved this honor by posting a three-year sales growth over 135%. The company also received recognition as one of the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-an-inc-fastest-growing-private-company http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-an-inc-fastest-growing-private-company Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:00:31 -0400 NEWZ We checked in with SKLZ Team Athlete, Mike Carlson, to see how his training for the Million Dollar Challenge is going. See what he has to say here: How many weeks are you into your training? 11 weeks into training and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-training-update http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-training-update Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:25:24 -0400 STRZ This past weekend SKLZ and the Bahati Foundation joined forces to bring a sports clinic to the youth of Los Angeles. During demonstrations from the SKLZ Team, kids were shown drills and even took part in competitions with SKLZ performance[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/bahati-foundation-youth-sports-clinic http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/bahati-foundation-youth-sports-clinic Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:01:34 -0400 NEWZ Title: Product Design Intern Location:  Carlsbad, CA Overview: As a product design intern you will assist with the development and execution of various design concepts and documenting new and existing products through producing detailed CAD models and production documents. In addition to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-looking-for-a-product-design-intern http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-looking-for-a-product-design-intern Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:19:56 -0400 NEWZ Time for college? Need to pick a school? Unsure which would be the best for your level of play? Here are some tips from SportsForce on how you can narrow it down and make a sound decision. STEP # 1 -[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/choosing-the-right-level-of-college-athletics http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/choosing-the-right-level-of-college-athletics Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:41:03 -0400 TIPZ Meet SKLZ Summer Interns! Meet Mitchell WoolpertSenior at the University of San Diego, studying Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance Sports Background: I was a walk-on on the University of San Diego's division 1 men's basketball team and played for three[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-welcomes-summer-intern-staff http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-welcomes-summer-intern-staff Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:31:20 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ CEO and 3rd year participant of the MDC,John Sarkisian presents Mike with his official jersey SKLZ Team Member Mike Carlson has begun training for the 620-mile bike ride down the California coast with the Challenged Athletes Foundation. This is[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-team-athlete-mike-carlson http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-team-athlete-mike-carlson Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:39:56 -0400 NEWZ Speed Chute in Men's Fitness Pro Mini Hoop in Real Simple Magazine Sport-Brella in Parents Magazine  [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/hot-off-the-press http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/hot-off-the-press Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:04:14 -0400 NEWZ Rick Smith at grand opening event The International Golf Club & Resort is pleased to announce the launch of the Rick Smith Golf Academy ("RSGA") this spring. As one of the premier golf resorts in the country, The International Golf Club[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklzs-rick-smith-opens-golf-academy-at-the-international http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklzs-rick-smith-opens-golf-academy-at-the-international Thu, 26 May 2011 18:17:33 -0400 NEWZ Ever wonder what it is we do around SKLZ heaadquarters? It's actually no mystery- we train. We all play sports around here- for example a majority of us are currently playing softball. The thing is, we know to be the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/never-stop-training-around-sklz-headquarters http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/never-stop-training-around-sklz-headquarters Thu, 26 May 2011 12:10:33 -0400 STRZ Jean Rickerson, 52, of Sequim, WA has been on a mission to spread the word about concussion awareness to players, parents, coaches and all others involved in youth sports after her 17-year-old son, Drew, experienced a significant brain injury on[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/concussions-101 http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/concussions-101 Wed, 25 May 2011 14:05:01 -0400 SAYZ WHY IS VIDEO HELPFUL FOR COLLEGE RECRUITING? Video has radically changed how the college recruiting process works today. Many college coaches are now requiring players to send them game or highlight videos. College coaches do not have the time, budget,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/tips-for-shooting-a-college-recruiting-video http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/tips-for-shooting-a-college-recruiting-video Tue, 24 May 2011 15:04:57 -0400 TIPZ Last week, we held the very first SKLZ Global Sales Meeting where we hosted all of our partners from around the world in Carlsbad, California to give a rundown on what to expect from us in 2011 and beyond. Those[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-2011-global-sales-meeting http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-2011-global-sales-meeting Mon, 23 May 2011 16:13:12 -0400 NEWZ The SKLZ line of high-performance training tools continues to evolve. Introducing SKLZ Chrome, professional grade training equipment that was designed for the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/introducing-sklz-chrome http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/introducing-sklz-chrome Wed, 18 May 2011 18:44:27 -0400 NEWZ Title: Product Sample and Materials Technician Location:  Carlsbad, CA Primary Responsibility: You will be responsible for various duties in general support of the organization, with an emphasis on directing and maintaining the sample, materials and testing workspaces. You will coordinate sample shipments to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-product-sample-materials-tech http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-product-sample-materials-tech Wed, 18 May 2011 15:23:37 -0400 NEWZ Last week we introduced you to a few SKLZ Softball Teammates and while they are a powerful group of sluggers, they're not the only ones taking the team to the top. Meet 5.5 more SKLZ softball players. Meet Teresa Logreco, International[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/2011-sklz-softball-team-part-2 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/2011-sklz-softball-team-part-2 Thu, 05 May 2011 13:10:14 -0400 STRZ You will now find in the Athletic Performance category we have a variety of new training tools: Power Strapz Training System $99.99 The Power Strapz portable suspension training system is the key to strengthening your chest, back, abdominals, arms and legs. Get a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/exciting-new-products-on-sklzcom http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/exciting-new-products-on-sklzcom Wed, 04 May 2011 12:33:00 -0400 NEWZ   CARLSBAD, CA - April 28, 2011 - SKLZ, the industry leader in athletic performance and sports skill development products, today announced it has introduced the Accelerator Pro putting mat as part of the company's line of golf training aids. The Accelerator[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-accelerator-pro-putting-mat-with-ball-return http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-accelerator-pro-putting-mat-with-ball-return Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:54:23 -0400 NEWZ For the first time in 18 years, Real Madrid defeated Barcelona to win the Copa del Rey- a magnificent trophy for a magnificent feat. Eighteen years is a long time to wait for a victory in a longstanding rivalry like[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/real-madrid-wins-trophy-loses http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/real-madrid-wins-trophy-loses Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:40:22 -0400 NEWZ Avoid the Pitfalls of Senioritis-Nicole Morell As the school year winds down, many students start to get a little tired and start looking pretty hard towards summer. High school seniors are so notorious for this that there is even a word[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/student-athletes-and-senioritis http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/student-athletes-and-senioritis Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:34:35 -0400 TIPZ Eyes track, read, and lead the rest of the body. True timing really happens here. Not everyone has the same visual abilities. For this reason, two people with identical swing mechanics and similar athletic coordination will not hit with the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/eyes-lead-the-body http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/eyes-lead-the-body Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:11:17 -0400 TIPZ With all the ways we can send feedback instantly- email, twitter, facebook, text message- it is becoming a bit of a novelty to receive "snail mail" from our customers. Which is why we were so flattered to get this piece[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/pro-mini-hoop-love http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/pro-mini-hoop-love Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:31:32 -0400 SAYZ   Title: Business Analyst Location:  Carlsbad, CA Overview: As the Business Analyst you will enjoy a varied and challenging role.  Your primary responsibilities are to assist in regular forecasting and business planning, provide superior insight into sales trends across our distribution network and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-a-business-analyst http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-a-business-analyst Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:41:58 -0400 NEWZ By now, you probably know we make softball training aids that help players all over the country get better at their sport. But you may not have known we have some elite softball players right here at SKLZ headquarters. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/meet-the-2011-sklz-softball-team http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/meet-the-2011-sklz-softball-team Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:29:37 -0400 STRZ Remember that 600 mile bike ride (The Challenged Athletes' Million Dollar Challenge) two of our SKLZ Team Members took part in? What ever happened to them after the ride? Where are they now, what are they doing? Well find out[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/update-on-sklz-team-member-tim-norris http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/update-on-sklz-team-member-tim-norris Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:49:30 -0400 STRZ   Throwing a baseball appears to be very simple in its nature. Just throw, right? Wrong. Throwing a baseball the right way takes proper mechanics and techniques. Just ask Bud Black. Black, a former Major League Baseball pitcher who recorded 121[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/tips-on-throwing-a-baseball http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/tips-on-throwing-a-baseball Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:35:19 -0400 TIPZ   1) What is your name? My birth name is "2007 Dodge Sprinter" but everyone now calls me "The New Dope Promotional Van In The Parking Lot". 2) How is your job going so far? A little[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/qa-ten-questions-with-the-newest-sklz-team-member http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/qa-ten-questions-with-the-newest-sklz-team-member Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:24:11 -0400 STRZ   Here are the latest and greatest products from SKLZ in Athletic Performance! SKLZ HOPZ Vertical Leap Trainer Vertical distance is one of the key measures of athletic performance so its important that athletes are able to max out their distances. Using the SKLZ[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/4-new-athletic-performance-products http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/4-new-athletic-performance-products Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:17:53 -0500 NEWZ Coaching a youth sports team is challenging, time consuming and often a thankless job. But if you truly dedicate yourself to the role, the rewards are plenty. It's all about helping kids more out of sports by instilling confidence and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/top-10-keys-to-success-from-weplays-standout-coaches http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/top-10-keys-to-success-from-weplays-standout-coaches Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:53:25 -0500 TIPZ   National Signing Day for college football has come and gone. While this day may only be for college football, we feel that National Signing Day is relevant to all college-bound student athletes. This day marks a time when kids are[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/national-signing-day-is-over-so-what-now http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/national-signing-day-is-over-so-what-now Fri, 18 Feb 2011 13:47:33 -0500 TIPZ Carlsbad, CA; Culver City, CA - SKLZ, the global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of sports training aids and athletic performance products, has partnered with Advantage Fitness Products (AFP), the leading provider of full-service fitness facility planning, design, supply[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-establishes-distribution-and-brand-partnership-with-advantage-fitness-products http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-establishes-distribution-and-brand-partnership-with-advantage-fitness-products Tue, 15 Feb 2011 20:23:31 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ sent 9 team members to the 2011 PGA Merchandise Show to partake in the golf industry's largest and most highly attended trade show. It was a landmark year for us as we watched our brand reach a new level[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/2011-pga-merchandise-show http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/2011-pga-merchandise-show Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:50:52 -0500 SAYZ   Job Title: Receptionist   Responsibilities Phones and Services:  o Answer phones in response to incoming calls that are directed for Operator assistance. o Direct incoming calls of individuals seeking specific information to the appropriate person(s). o Train employees on the use of voicemail system. Office[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-receptionist http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-receptionist Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:07:35 -0500 NEWZ                     Well I finished! I can't really say that I did much more than that, but I am happy that I at least got the satisfaction of crossing the finish line. Through mile 19 I managed to stay on pace[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-post-marathon-kristen-denninger http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-post-marathon-kristen-denninger Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:30:58 -0500 STRZ   Location: Carlsbad, CA Reports to: Director of Marketing & Communications   Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Web Designer will be responsible for supporting the Web Team in all facets of Pro Performance Sports visual design strategy and execution,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-web-designer http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-web-designer Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:46:47 -0500 NEWZ   CARLSBAD, CA - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports skill development products and equipment, invites PGA Merchandise Show Demo Day attendees to take the "Hinged Club Challenge" from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm at the Demo Day on Wednesday, January[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-invites-attendees-at-the-2011-pga-merchandise-show-demo-day-to-take-the-hinged-club-challenge http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-invites-attendees-at-the-2011-pga-merchandise-show-demo-day-to-take-the-hinged-club-challenge Sun, 23 Jan 2011 18:30:15 -0500 NEWZ   Over the summer we shared some tips on how to prevent athlete burn out. These tips may not have rung too true at the time, as many student-athletes do get a break over the summer. Now that you're deep in[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/avoiding-the-burn-out-for-athletes http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/avoiding-the-burn-out-for-athletes Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:12:51 -0500 TIPZ   CARLSBAD, CA - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports training products and equipment, today announced it has updated its Teaching Pro Staff Program to include its newest product introductions - The Refiner® Pro Graphite Driver and Refiner® Blade Putter. This[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-teaching-pro-staff-program-for-golf-to-be-updated http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-teaching-pro-staff-program-for-golf-to-be-updated Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:31:55 -0500 NEWZ   CARLSBAD, CA - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports training products and equipment, today announced it has introduced the new Gold FlexTM training aid as part of the company's line of golf training aids.   The Gold Flex warm-up and tempo training[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-new-gold-flex-training-aid http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-new-gold-flex-training-aid Tue, 18 Jan 2011 19:12:54 -0500 NEWZ   CARLSBAD, CA - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports training products and equipment, today announced it has introduced The Refiner® Pro Graphite Hinged Training Driver as part of the company's line of golf training aids. The Refiner Pro Graphite is[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-refiner-pro-graphite-hinged-driver http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-introduces-the-refiner-pro-graphite-hinged-driver Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:33:11 -0500 NEWZ   We have rung in the New Year and its time to move forward. There are a lot of things to look forward to in 2011 since athletic training as you know it is about to reach new levels. Be ready[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-2010-in-a-nutshell http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-2010-in-a-nutshell Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:36:18 -0500 NEWZ CARLSBAD, CA - SKLZ, the industry leader in sports skill development products and equipment, announced that it will be participating in the PGA Merchandise Show on January 27 - 29 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2011-pga-merchandise-show-and-demo-day http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-exhibit-at-the-2011-pga-merchandise-show-and-demo-day Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:39:02 -0500 NEWZ Kristen Denninger is a SKLZ team member who is currently training for her first marathon. Read about what she is going through as an athlete trying to reach a goal she has set. Less than two weeks until race day![...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-kristen-denninger http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-kristen-denninger Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:14:21 -0500 STRZ Think girls aren't competitive? Think again. And when Fastpitch players want an edge, SKLZ training products are what they need. So we are giving them their own videos, because nothing is worse than calling them baseball players.     %%VIDEO%%   %%VIDEO%%   Get your own Hurricane[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/new-fastpitch-vidz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/new-fastpitch-vidz Tue, 28 Dec 2010 18:42:58 -0500 NEWZ   It's important that all members of your family have a place to seek protection from the sun and weather, and that includes the four-legged part of your family. Your pup can now get the same reliable protection [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sun-protection-for-all http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sun-protection-for-all Wed, 22 Dec 2010 18:52:42 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Wednesday, December 15: 25% off the Golf Practice Pod Pro   %%VIDEO%%   There's a reason we have several alignment demonstrations on SKLZ.tv on the various uses of the Practice Pod Pro. It's a seemingly simple device and breaks down[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-practice-pod-pro http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-practice-pod-pro Wed, 15 Dec 2010 06:20:52 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Tuesday, December 14: 25% off the Baseball Fielding Practice Kit   The Baseball Fielding Practice Kit includes 4 essentials for learning and perfecting the movements fielders need to be accurate and precise.   1. The Softhands takes the place of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-baseball-fielding-practice-kit http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-baseball-fielding-practice-kit Tue, 14 Dec 2010 07:00:21 -0500 NEWZ     It's been said that leaders are born, not made, but this could not be any farther from the truth. While some people are born with effective leadership skills, many people are not and need help to develop those skills. Leadership[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/leadership-tips-for-athletes http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/leadership-tips-for-athletes Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:32:40 -0500 TIPZ   The National Fastpitch Coaches Association show was held last week in downtown San Diego. Coaches from all over the US came to see what companies will be offering in 2011. SKLZ was there to make sure these coaches knew what[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/national-fastpitch-coaches-association-convention http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/national-fastpitch-coaches-association-convention Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:31:33 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Monday, December 13: 25% off the Vari-Break Putting Green   %%VIDEO%%   The Vari-Break Putting Green is the only putting mat that allows you to create and practice virtually any break you would see on a golf course. The 33[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-vari-break-putting-green http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-vari-break-putting-green Mon, 13 Dec 2010 11:55:32 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Sunday, December 12: 25% off the Sport-Brella Chair   %%VIDEO%%   The Sport-Brella Chair is the only chair with 360 degrees of overhead protection. No matter the angle of the sun, the umbrella's 3 adjustment points ensure proper coverage. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-sport-brella-chair http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-sport-brella-chair Sun, 12 Dec 2010 13:20:46 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Saturday, December 11 is 25% off the Golf Tempo & Timing Package The Tempo and Timing Package has three tools that give feedback on a properly sequenced swing. The Accelerator Driver and Accelerator Iron feature a patented[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-golf-tempo-timing-package http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-golf-tempo-timing-package Sat, 11 Dec 2010 07:02:51 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Friday, December 10 is 30% off the Overload/Underload Training System   %%VIDEO%%   The Overload/Underload Training System includes two bats: one heavy, the Power Stick, and one light, the Quick Stick, in order to train for swing strength and bat[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-overloadunderload-training-system http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-overloadunderload-training-system Fri, 10 Dec 2010 07:07:23 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Thursday, December 9: 30% Off the Brush Tee   %%VIDEO%%   There is a reason professionals still use tees for batting practice. The SKLZ Brush Tee offers a more realistic ball flight, feel and contact than your average tee. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-brush-tee http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-brush-tee Thu, 09 Dec 2010 07:49:01 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Wednesday, December 8: the original 8' Sport-Brella discounted 25% off!   %%VIDEO%%   Sports happen all year round- so beat Mother Nature's elements with the Sport-Brella Sun and Weather Shelter. The 8 ft wide Sport-Brella is the easiest, most convenient[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-sport-brella http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-sport-brella Wed, 08 Dec 2010 07:07:26 -0500 NEWZ Today ONLY get 25% off the SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop System   %%VIDEO%%   The SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop System offers an abundance of fun for the entire family, not just during the holidays but throughout the year. This portable system can be used[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-pro-mini-hoop-system http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-pro-mini-hoop-system Tue, 07 Dec 2010 07:11:44 -0500 NEWZ Today's Daily Deal: 30% off the SKLZ Smart Glove   Looking for a stocking stuffer for mom, dad or grandpa? The SKLZ Smart Glove is a great gift for the avid golfer. The glove functions as a dual-purpose training aid. First the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-smart-glove http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-smart-glove Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:18:53 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Sunday, December 5th: 30% off the SKLZ Lightning Bolt Pro %%VIDEO%%   Improve your hand-eye coordination with the Lightning Bolt Pro pitching machine. Through the use of micro balls, a batter is able to focus more intently on the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-lightning-bolt-pro http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-lightning-bolt-pro Sun, 05 Dec 2010 05:11:58 -0500 NEWZ Today's Daily Deal: 30% off the SKLZ Rapid Fire   Did you know the guy trying to make one million free throws is using a Rapid Fire to help him get there? Even if you aren't trying to set a record, this[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-rapid-fire http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-rapid-fire Sat, 04 Dec 2010 08:02:19 -0500 NEWZ The SKLZ-Pista Palace Cycling Team is expecting a great year in 2011. Rahsaan Bahati, former U.S. Pro Criterium Champion, will be joining the SKLZ Team for their upcoming season. The team is focusing on National Racing Calendar wins and the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/former-us-pro-criterium-champion-rahsaan-bahati-joins-sklz-cycling-team http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/former-us-pro-criterium-champion-rahsaan-bahati-joins-sklz-cycling-team Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:48:00 -0500 NEWZ The Daily Deal for Friday, December 3: 30% off the Baseball Beginner's Package Whether athletic genes run in your family or not, the Baseball Beginner's Package is the smart way to introduce your young one to the sport of baseball. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-baseball-beginners-package http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-baseball-beginners-package Fri, 03 Dec 2010 10:00:00 -0500 NEWZ Today's Daily Deal: 35% off when you purchase two 7' Pop-Up Nets   A backstop, goal, target or catch-all unit, the SKLZ 7' Pop-Up Net can do it all. Interchangeable baseball and golf targets are included, though it can be set up[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-pair-of-7-pop-up-nets http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-pair-of-7-pop-up-nets Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:29:45 -0500 NEWZ Todays Daily Deal: 30% off of the SKLZ Quick Ladder. The variety of drills that can be run on the Quick Ladder makes it one of the most versatile training tools available. Every movement you make whether on the field or[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-quick-ladder http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-quick-ladder Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:54:14 -0500 NEWZ Jared Eichelberger of BasebalASAP As a youth baseball coach it is critical that you are cognizant of your appearance and the perception your players and parents have of you. These two non-verbal facets of coaching speak in volume to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/follow-the-leader-be-a-good-role-model http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/follow-the-leader-be-a-good-role-model Tue, 30 Nov 2010 12:01:00 -0500 TIPZ Today's Daily Deal: 30% off the Basketball Home Training Kit As with most team sports, it's challenging to practice basketball at home. Without a coach, teammates and an opponent, shooting practice is the norm. The Basketball Home Training Kit was designed[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-basketball-home-training-kit http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-basketball-home-training-kit Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:55:36 -0500 NEWZ What do you think about before and during that 8 footer to make par, or that 195 yard carry over water?  Join Dr. Debbie Crews, a world renowned expert on sports psychology as she hosts a science-backed interactive seminar on[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-hosts-seeitgolf-seminar-performing-under-pressure-in-golf http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-hosts-seeitgolf-seminar-performing-under-pressure-in-golf Mon, 29 Nov 2010 12:54:05 -0500 NEWZ Today's Daily Deal: 35% off the QuickSwing Auto. And, because it's Cyber Monday, you'll also receive free shipping. If you were ever considering a swing training aid for yourself or the aspiring baseball player in your life, today is the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-quickswing-auto http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-quickswing-auto Sun, 28 Nov 2010 16:01:46 -0500 NEWZ While the Pro Mini Hoop video challenge has finished up, there seems to be no end to the videos. Check out this video that we just received using the brand new SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop System!   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/pro-mini-hoop-system-videos-on-youtube http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/pro-mini-hoop-system-videos-on-youtube Sun, 28 Nov 2010 08:15:20 -0500 STRZ Today's Daily Deal: 40% off the Speedminton Fun Set. %%VIDEO%%   The specialized racquets and speeders are all that's required to get a game of Speedminton underway. Cones are also included so you can set up a court, though the beauty of Speedminton[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-speedminton-fun-set http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/daily-deal-speedminton-fun-set Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:59:53 -0500 NEWZ Listening and answering all of our questions SKLZ Team Member, Rick Smith, stopped by SKLZ Headquarters yesterday to give everyone some insight on some of the PGA professionals that he has worked with. He also told of some very exciting plans[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/rick-smith-visits-sklz-headquarters http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/rick-smith-visits-sklz-headquarters Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:52:45 -0500 STRZ SKLZ from the outside SKLZ Headquarters is a very fun place. Everywhere you look you see Pro Mini Hoops and there are is no shortage of training aids. There are sports murals that encompass entire walls. And that is just the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tour-of-sklz-headquarters http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tour-of-sklz-headquarters Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:19:03 -0500 NEWZ   Title: Senior Analyst Location:  Carlsbad, CA Overview: When you think about sports skill development trainers, one name stands out: SKLZ. We're defining a category, and building a brand that consumers trust to deliver the most innovative and effective training products available. [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-senior-analyst http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-senior-analyst Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:18:06 -0500 NEWZ   Check out the NEW SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop Challenge Part 2 HERE: ProMiniHoopChallenge.com WINNERS ANNOUNCED   %%VIDEO%%   Winner for Most Total Views Laura with "All I Want for Christmas is a SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop"   Winner for Most Average Views Per Day Gregory G with "SKLZ Pro[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-video-challenge-winners-announced http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-video-challenge-winners-announced Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500 NEWZ Kristen Denninger is a SKLZ team member who is currently training for her first marathon. Read about what she is going through as an athlete trying to reach a goal she has set. I have been a competitor my entire life.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-kristen-denninger http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-kristen-denninger Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:07:39 -0500 STRZ Jared Eichelberger of BaseballASAP   Short and sweet. Not all youth baseball players are learn the same. As a youth baseball coach it is very important to understand this concept in order to implement new drills and run effective practices. The[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/understanding-your-players-learning-style http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/understanding-your-players-learning-style Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:54:26 -0500 NEWZ     Innovators in Sports Training to Create Integrated Programs and Products Designed to Maximize Athletic Performance  Phoenix, AZ; Carlsbad, CA - SKLZ, the global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of sports training aids has partnered with Athletes' Performance, the industry leader[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-and-athletes-performance-partner-to-bring-elite-athlete-training-experience-to-all-aspiring-athletes http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-and-athletes-performance-partner-to-bring-elite-athlete-training-experience-to-all-aspiring-athletes Tue, 09 Nov 2010 14:10:14 -0500 NEWZ This article from Youth Fitness Magazine explains how you can improve your form when shooting basketballs and ultimately become a better basketball player. When it comes to shooting a basketball, the key is consistency. The goal is to shoot[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/improve-your-basketball-shot-with-these-tips http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/improve-your-basketball-shot-with-these-tips Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:39:06 -0500 TIPZ   Spending a day with tennis professionals can teach you a lot about the sport. Here is some of the most valuable information that these tennis professionals had to offer regarding warming up, cross-training and stability training for tennis players. %%VIDEO%%   %%VIDEO%%   %%VIDEO%% SKLZ SAQ[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/information-every-tennis-player-should-know http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/information-every-tennis-player-should-know Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:38:10 -0400 TIPZ Jared Eichelberger of BaseballASAP   The San Francisco Giants were crowned 2010 MLB World Series Champions on Monday, November 1. Who would have thought that a game featuring the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants on, October 3 would feature the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/play-hard-all-the-way-until-the-last-out http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/play-hard-all-the-way-until-the-last-out Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:22:56 -0400 NEWZ The D-Man is one of the greatest tools out there for basketball practice. While it can serve many functions, the most important is that it's a tool to teach arc shooting. The majority of missed basketball shots are either short[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-basketball-practice-partner-like-no-other http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-basketball-practice-partner-like-no-other Mon, 01 Nov 2010 19:31:57 -0400 NEWZ The age old question in sports always seems to be, how can you become a successful athlete? Fortunately the answer is simple- it begins with mastering fundamentals. Doug Hix, of Youth Fitness Magazine further explains why:   SKLZ offers a full line[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/are-fundamentals-the-secret-to-success-in-sports http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/are-fundamentals-the-secret-to-success-in-sports Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:11:00 -0400 TIPZ Tonight marks the first game of the 2010 World Series in Major League Baseball. It has come down to the San Francisco Giants versus the Texas Rangers, two unsuspected teams that emergered as true competition throughout the season. While the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-mlb-world-series-2010-begins-tonight http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-mlb-world-series-2010-begins-tonight Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:49:56 -0400 NEWZ The annual SKLZ Ping Pong Championship has come to an end but not without a fight- the championship was full of tears, sweat, outrageous outfits and even a couple paddle throws. Training definitely paid off as those who[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-ping-pong-tournament-comes-to-an-end http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-ping-pong-tournament-comes-to-an-end Tue, 26 Oct 2010 19:02:10 -0400 NEWZ As riders found their way to the finish line of their 620 mile ride, all SKLZ team members as well as challenged athletes and their families from all over the US were there to greet them. SKLZ set up an[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-sponsored-final-day-of-the-million-dollar-challenge http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-sponsored-final-day-of-the-million-dollar-challenge Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:28:52 -0400 NEWZ Bill Walton and fellow riders   Watch recaps of what occurred on days 5 and 6 of the Million Dollar Challenge bike ride.   %%VIDEO%%   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-5-and-6 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-5-and-6 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 10:46:09 -0400 STRZ Tim Norris, Accounting Manager at SKLZ is participating in his first Million Dollar Challenge bike ride for the Challenged Athletes Foundation. He gives us an update on day 4 of the challenge. It was an absolute bruiser today- 119 miles! We rolled out[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-4 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-4 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:54:38 -0400 STRZ "The only disability in life is a bad attitude." -- Scott Hamilton What better time than now to buy training gear. Ten percent of proceeds from sales at SKLZ.com now through October 26th will be donated to the Challenged[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gear-up-now-and-help-the-challenged-athletes-foundation http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gear-up-now-and-help-the-challenged-athletes-foundation Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:46:42 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ Team Members Tim Norris (left) and John Sarkisian (right) John Sarkisian CEO of SKLZ is participating in his second Million Dollar Challenge bike ride for the Challenged Athletes Foundation.   Yesterday's ride was epic. It rained nearly the entire time with the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-3 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-3 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 22:11:02 -0400 STRZ Tim Norris, Accounting Manager at SKLZ is participating in his first Million Dollar Challenge bike ride for the Challenged Athletes Foundation.   Our morning started at 53 degrees with overcast skies. The weather report said there was a 30 percent chance of rain. About[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-2 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-2 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:13:27 -0400 STRZ Tim Norris, Accounting Manager at SKLZ is participating in his first Million Dollar Challenge bike ride for the Challenged Athletes Foundation.   We made it to our first destination - Santa Cruz. What a ride! The grand exit was amazing! We had a gentleman[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-1 http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-update-day-1 Sat, 16 Oct 2010 22:10:18 -0400 STRZ Although in a perpetual state of anxiety, the pressure of the event finally took its toll on my consciensness. Thus, I was able to get some sleep Thursday night before the flight to San Francisco. I had a pleasant visit[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/thoughts-prior-to-the-start http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/thoughts-prior-to-the-start Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:09:37 -0400 STRZ Just a little something to send off our fellow SKLZ teammates as they begin their 620 mile bike ride with the Challenged Athletes Foundation down the California coast.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/good-luck-sklz-team http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/good-luck-sklz-team Fri, 15 Oct 2010 12:34:12 -0400 SAYZ I am looking forward to beginning the Challenged Athletes Million Dollar Challenge this coming Saturday with our first ride of 88 miles from San Francisco to Santa Cruz. I remember last year leaving shrouded in fog with police escort past[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/final-sklz-team-update-before-million-dollar-challenge http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/final-sklz-team-update-before-million-dollar-challenge Fri, 15 Oct 2010 12:13:33 -0400 STRZ   Wow!  Only a few days left for the adventure of a lifetime taking part in the Million Dollar Challange!  Let's see, last time I checked in it was about six weeks ago when I thought I was dying from Bronchitis. [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-tim-norris http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-tim-norris Thu, 14 Oct 2010 19:25:36 -0400 STRZ A few months ago, we shared with you Dave Cummings' mission to make 1 million free throws in support of our troops overseas. After averaging only 200 shots a night he realized it would take him nearly 30 years to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/one-million-free-throws http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/one-million-free-throws Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:38:25 -0400 NEWZ Sue Falsone Director of Performance Physical Therapy   Through working as a physical therapist for MLB players and Director of Performance Physical Therapy, Sue Falsone has seen a variety of issues that athletes face. In the recent Athletes Performance Newsletter she gives[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/performance-and-recovery-tips-for-athletes http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/performance-and-recovery-tips-for-athletes Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:17:01 -0400 TIPZ   Media Contacts: Patrice Malloy Office: 760.635.2833; Mobile: 760.519.4871 Patrice@patricemalloy.com   Lauren Hinton  Office:  858.526.6582; Mobile: 858.342.6946 Lauren@challengedathletes.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Million Dollar Challenge Presented by Qualcomm to Kick-Off on October 16, 2010 NBA Legend Bill Walton, CEOs and Local Challenged Athletes to Participate in Epic Ride   San Diego (Oct.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/million-dollar-challenge-to-kick-off-on-october-16-2010 http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/million-dollar-challenge-to-kick-off-on-october-16-2010 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:07:42 -0400 NEWZ Looking for something to liven up basketball practice or do you want to find another game to play out on the court shooting hoops? The SKLZ Shot Spotz add to your drills and create games for training. Check out the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/find-your-spot-and-take-the-shot http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/find-your-spot-and-take-the-shot Tue, 05 Oct 2010 19:30:38 -0400 NEWZ   In an article written by Doug Hix of Youth Fitness Magazine, we come to see that being a successful athlete doesn't mean making it big time. In all reality being a successful athlete is setting personal goals and pushing yourself[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/being-a-successful-athlete-doesnt-mean-making-it-pro http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/being-a-successful-athlete-doesnt-mean-making-it-pro Fri, 01 Oct 2010 19:15:05 -0400 SAYZ How do you get quick feet, sharp, agile movements and top speed like the best in the NFL? Start with the right drills to improve the core aspects of your athleticism: your speed, agility and quickness. Whether you're a football[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/3-nfl-inspired-football-drills-for-your-next-practice http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/3-nfl-inspired-football-drills-for-your-next-practice Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:31:29 -0400 TIPZ   The list of PGA professionals who use the Gyro Swing, including Vijay Sing, continually grows. This product can help anyone in their game of golf from amateurs to professionals alike. Read on to find out about this amazing SKLZ product.   Q What[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gyro-swing-the-ultimate-golf-trainer http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gyro-swing-the-ultimate-golf-trainer Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:07:27 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ team member Rick Smith was recently featured in the list, the Top 10 Notable Golf Instructors in the Game in one of the most well known canadian golf publications, The Score Golf. SKLZ would like to congratulate Rick on[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-rick-smith-a-notable-golf-instructor http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-rick-smith-a-notable-golf-instructor Mon, 27 Sep 2010 14:32:28 -0400 STRZ   SKLZ recently had the pleasure of getting to know an unbelievable athlete. Cody McCasland, Challenged Athletes Foundation spokesperson, gave us all insight on what it truly means to train to be a great athlete. Cody is an above the knee[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/inspiration-in-the-form-of-a-9-year-old-athlete http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/inspiration-in-the-form-of-a-9-year-old-athlete Wed, 22 Sep 2010 19:34:05 -0400 STRZ The Million Dollar Challnge, 620 mile bike ride down the Caiifornia coast, is coming up quickly. SKLZ has two athletes training for this event, Tim Norris and John Sarkisian. Read on to find out about how the training has been[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-john-sarkisian http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-update-john-sarkisian Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:46:55 -0400 STRZ Golfing Magazine selected the SKLZ Power Wedge and Practice Pod Pro for their annual roundup of what's hot in training aids:     Instructional videos for the Power Wedge, Practice Pod Pro and other SKLZ alignment and accuracy training tools, can be viewed[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golfing-magazine-whats-hot-in-training-aids http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golfing-magazine-whats-hot-in-training-aids Mon, 20 Sep 2010 14:35:12 -0400 NEWZ One of the prouder moments in my life just occured.  Penn State Ice Hockey has officially gone NCAA Division 1.  Goose bumps galore, and maybe I'll shed a tear when the euphoria subsides.   As a Penn State hockey player from 1998-2002,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/penn-state-hockey-goes-division-1 http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/penn-state-hockey-goes-division-1 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:07:37 -0400 SAYZ   As many of you remind me that the Million Dollar Challenge is NOT a race rather a journey, I can truly attest to everyone's words of wisdom.    I visited my doctor on August 20th as a follow-up to a physical I[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/challenges-for-sklz-team-athlete-tim-norris http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/challenges-for-sklz-team-athlete-tim-norris Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:21:08 -0400 STRZ This article from Active.com offers great advice on how to improve your lateral speed to help you become a better athlete....   Are you unhappy with your lateral speed and feel like your feet are stuck in quicksand?   Would improved change of direction[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/5-drills-for-lightning-quick-lateral-speed http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/5-drills-for-lightning-quick-lateral-speed Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:06:36 -0400 TIPZ Debbie Crews lends her 25 years of expertise to the following article published in October's Golf Digest.     It's a sun-drenched morning at the ASU Karsten Golf Course, and psychology consultant Debbie Crews, Ph.D., a faculty research associate at Arizona[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golf-digest-how-to-train-your-brain http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golf-digest-how-to-train-your-brain Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:44:55 -0400 NEWZ   Los Angeles, CA - Athletes' Performance is proud to announce that Travelle Gaines, founder of Performance Gaines, has joined the team at Athletes' Performance's California facility, located at the Home Depot Center. In his new role, Gaines will serve as[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/travelle-gaines-joins-the-athletes-performance-team http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/travelle-gaines-joins-the-athletes-performance-team Mon, 13 Sep 2010 15:18:06 -0400 NEWZ   You may ask... What makes the Zip-N-Hit batting trainer a great tool for baseball and softball? Coaches and players have been using this trainer for years now, and after years of feedback the three most common ways teams use this[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/increase-your-batting-average-with-the-zip-n-hit http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/increase-your-batting-average-with-the-zip-n-hit Fri, 10 Sep 2010 13:43:12 -0400 TIPZ   Football season is here. While most football leagues have already began, tonight is the beginning of regular NFL season play. At 5:30 Pacific Time on NBC this exciting start to the 2010-2011 season kicks off. Tonight will be the Minnesota[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/its-game-day http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/its-game-day Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:48:36 -0400 NEWZ   Strength training for any sport is vital to the overall success of an athlete. I recently ran across a soccer specific training article on Fitness.com that talks about strength training and its impact on the soccer athlete. Not only does[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/position-specific-strength-training-for-soccer http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/position-specific-strength-training-for-soccer Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:18:31 -0400 TIPZ A HUGE thank you to everyone who entered our Sport-Brella Chair Giveaway. We received 81 individual entries, each of which helped paint the picture that you are truly devoted sideline supporters. In fact, we were so impressed by the response[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/winner-of-the-sport-brella-chair-giveaway http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/winner-of-the-sport-brella-chair-giveaway Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:30:02 -0400 SAYZ Speed is the single most important aspect any athlete can obtain to improve their performance. Improved speed entails many benefits other than just being faster, such as explosiveness, flexibility and strength. Speed is something that transcends every sport.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/speed-training-quick-tips http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/speed-training-quick-tips Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:00:08 -0400 SAYZ   We have compiled a list of some of our favorite outdoor games that would be great for Labor Day Weekend activities....   Speedminton     It doesn't matter where you will be celebrating this weekend this game is perfect for it. The versatility of the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/great-games-for-labor-day-festivities http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/great-games-for-labor-day-festivities Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:33:56 -0400 SAYZ Tim Making His Way Down the Hill   As I have not kept a journal of my experience to date, I find it an easy task to remember my every mile ridden towards completing this mission - to bring awareness to the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-athlete-update-tim-norris http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-athlete-update-tim-norris Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:57:09 -0400 STRZ   Where do you provide instruction?  I provide golf instruction at our driving range, on the golf course, and at various golf courses in the area.      How long have you been a professional golf instructor? I have been a PGA Professional since 2008, but[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-bob-hennefer http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-bob-hennefer Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:04:51 -0400 STRZ Do you cheer on your loved ones from the sidelines? Have you sliced up oranges, filled water bottles, participated in cheering tunnels (sing it with me now: "we are proud of you, say we are proud of you! hey hey[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sport-brella-chair-giveaway http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sport-brella-chair-giveaway Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:12:00 -0400 SAYZ Perfect for the beach   Speedminton originally created in Germany is a combination of a variety of racquet sports. What makes it unique is that you can virtually play in anywhere...anytime... day or night! With no net, minimal gear and even night[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/speedminton-a-global-sport http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/speedminton-a-global-sport Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:50:21 -0400 NEWZ Ever wish you could organize your team a little easier or find others with the same passion for sports as you? Weplay offers just that. The online community allows teams and athletes a variety of features that make for a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-joins-forces-with-weplay http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-joins-forces-with-weplay Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:12:48 -0400 NEWZ It's Dunk Time   Ok we know you all loved the Pro Mini Hoop and now the Pro Mini Hoop XL, but check this out... Its our newest addition to the Pro Mini Hoop line... I would like to introduce to you[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-pro-mini-hoop-system-has-arrived http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-pro-mini-hoop-system-has-arrived Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:11:44 -0400 NEWZ The Perfect Indoor Basketball Hoop   It seems like youth all over the nation are creating their own slam fest, dunk shows and posting them on Youtube. By the thousands and thousands of video views, it looks like other Pro Mini Hoop[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pro-mini-hoop-dominating-youtube http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-pro-mini-hoop-dominating-youtube Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:08:50 -0400 NEWZ   Its that time of year again. Football season. As training begins for the NFL it is starting up within the youth community as well. Pop Warner Football of Carlsbad will be starting their football season here in a couple of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-carlsbad-football http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-carlsbad-football Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:00:12 -0400 GIVZ John Sarkisian, CEO of SKLZ and 2nd year participant in the Million Dollar Challenge     What was your reasoning behind taking part in the Million Dollar Challenge last year? The primary reason I chose to take part in it is because I really[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-john-sarkisian http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-john-sarkisian Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:41:38 -0400 STRZ SKLZ believes in what coaches and athletes have to say. That is why the SpeedSac was incorporated into the SKLZ line of SAQ products. Monte Nash, strength and conditioning coach, designed the SpeedSac as something more then just the average[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-inventor-tells-the-story-of-the-speedsac http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-inventor-tells-the-story-of-the-speedsac Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:59:49 -0400 NEWZ   Summer sports camps are a great place to improve your skills in whatever sport you participate in. Atlanta Hawks player Al Horford leads an All-Star Basketball Camp in Atlanta, Georgia for a couple of days during the summer where kids[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/al-horfords-basketball-camp-uses-d-man http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/al-horfords-basketball-camp-uses-d-man Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:40:30 -0400 NEWZ   PGA Magazine states how the Gyro Swing is, "one of the most popular and recognizable swing trainers on the market." With that being said it makes sense that along with the article on it, it also appeared in their Guide[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gyro-swing-in-pga-magazine http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/gyro-swing-in-pga-magazine Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:26:13 -0400 NEWZ You just cant miss the Sport-Brella   It's hard for this item to not be recognized by publications everywhere. Here are a few stories that we found written about the Sport-Brella.   "Comfort and convenience gear for the beach and outdoor activities" is an[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-in-the-spotlight http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-in-the-spotlight Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:33:04 -0400 NEWZ   SKLZ would like to thank Wells Fargo Insurance Services for their donation to the Challenged Athletes Foundation's Million Dollar Challenge. After Wells Fargo heard that SKLZ team members Tim Norris and John Sarkisian were taking part in this event, they[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/thank-you-wells-fargo http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/thank-you-wells-fargo Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:16:29 -0400 GIVZ Finally, a putting mat that acts like an actual putting green. With the Vari-Break you can practice reading and making putts with variation. Find out more by watching the video below.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/introducing-the-sklz-vari-break-putting-green http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/introducing-the-sklz-vari-break-putting-green Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:38:50 -0400 NEWZ Get Pro Basketball recently wrote an article about the SKLZ Rapid Fire ball return system. They mentioned how this product will help with shooting practice as well as simply improving your game. Check out the full article here: http://www.getprobasketball.com/features.php?id=144 [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/get-pro-basketball-endorses-sklz-rapid-fire http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/get-pro-basketball-endorses-sklz-rapid-fire Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:39:28 -0400 NEWZ The all weather Sport-Brella shelter recently appeared on NBC Philidelphia's 10! show. Shannon Choe of Premier Baby Concierge had the Sport-Brella as a must have for anyone on vacation with children.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-on-tv http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-on-tv Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:41:12 -0400 NEWZ Tim Norris/Cyclist/SKLZ Team Member   We caught up with Tim Norris, Accounting Manager at SKLZ to see how his training has been progressing since his last interview. This is what he had to say:   How many weeks are you in your training? I[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-rider-training-update http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/million-dollar-challenge-rider-training-update Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:50:23 -0400 STRZ   Title: Account Manager Location:  Carlsbad, CA   Primary Responsibility: Responsible for managing major accounts within the organization and achievement of sales goals for those accounts.  Additionally, the Account Manager is responsible for developing relationships with new accounts and maintaining a high level of knowledge[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-account-manager http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-account-manager Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:41:39 -0400 NEWZ What age/level do you coach? High School JV Girls and U14 Girls Premier     How long have you been doing this? This will be my 7th year     What do you find is the most difficult for players at this level? The best players at this age/level[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/soccer-trainer-profile-kristin-englehart http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/soccer-trainer-profile-kristin-englehart Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:24:11 -0400 STRZ Team member Tim Clark gives us a run through of all items for sale at the SKLZ Warehouse Sale- happening now! We'll be here until 3pm today and then again tomorrow, 8am - 12pm.   %%VIDEO%%     CLICK HERE FOR LOCATION INFO   CLICK HERE TO[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/warehouse-sale-happening-now http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/warehouse-sale-happening-now Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:46:14 -0400 SAYZ It's official: our warehouse is overstuffed! So we're having a big discount sale this Friday and Saturday. Baseball, golf, basketball, tennis, soccer, football, fastpitch and Sport-Brella items will all be on display and ready for the taking.   Visit our warehouse Friday[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/70-off-training-products-at-sklz-warehouse-sale http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/70-off-training-products-at-sklz-warehouse-sale Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:08:57 -0400 NEWZ Golf Instructor Issac Moniz   Where do you provide instruction?   Quail Ridge Country Club in Acton, Massachusetts    How long have you been a professional golf instructor?    12 years   What is your training philosophy?    I realize that every student comes to me with his or her own[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-issac-moniz http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-issac-moniz Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:24:45 -0400 STRZ   SKLZ team players Joe Mauer and Albert Pujols are the fans top choice for the July 13th All-Star Game that will be held in Anaheim, California. Joe Mauer, catcher for the Minnesota Twins was the number one choice for the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/congratulations-to-sklz-players-joe-mauer-and-albert-pujols http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/congratulations-to-sklz-players-joe-mauer-and-albert-pujols Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:47:19 -0400 STRZ       Job Description - EDI / Logistics Coordinator   Title: EDI / Logistics Coordinator   Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.  (Full-Time, At-Will, Non-Exempt Position)   Overview: As EDI Coordinator, you will provide administrative support for the Shipping Department.  Support includes, but is not limited to, EDI[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-logistics-coodinator http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-logistics-coodinator Wed, 07 Jul 2010 11:28:03 -0400 NEWZ   Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer has set up numerous events to raise money for and awareness of childhood cancer. Recently they put on the a best ball tournament that consisted of 72 golfers. Through donations from the tournament[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-golf-supports-the-fight-against-childhood-cancer http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-golf-supports-the-fight-against-childhood-cancer Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:43:24 -0400 GIVZ If your baseball knowledge can rival that of Peter Gammons, you can't miss Buzztime's Bonus Topix Trivia contests every Monday in July for your chance to win a Lightning Bolt Plus Package.   Buzztime has been engaging audiences with trivia, card and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/want-to-improve-your-batting-average-go-to-your-local-watering-hole http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/want-to-improve-your-batting-average-go-to-your-local-watering-hole Fri, 02 Jul 2010 10:19:20 -0400 NEWZ Soccer games have never been cooler with the Sport-Brella.   Check out the new website that has been created for the Sport-Brella line. You will not only find the ever-popular Sport-Brella but also new products from the 2010 line including the Sport-Brella[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-website-launched http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-website-launched Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:02:47 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ team member Tim Norris is participating in the Challenged Athletes Foundation's annual fundraiser the Million Dollar Challenge, a 620-mile bike ride from San Francisco to San Diego. We check in with Tim who is now 5 weeks into[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-tim-norris http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklz-team-athlete-profile-tim-norris Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:20:10 -0400 STRZ   Professional athlete trainer Travelle Gaines made an appearance on Chicago's WGN news network and gave a rundown on the SAQ line of products. He stresses the importance of training during the summer months to keep your body in top condition.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/travelle-gaines-on-summer-training http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/travelle-gaines-on-summer-training Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:17:28 -0400 NEWZ We often hear positive feedback about the UV blocking abilities of our Sport-Brella, especially because we're based in sunny southern California. However we don't as often hear about our Sport-Brellas in windy and rainy conditions, though it's an equally practical[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brellas-sprout-up-in-the-forest http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brellas-sprout-up-in-the-forest Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:32:00 -0400 NEWZ by Kelsey Bollinger If you've never heard of the historic Dipsea race, it has some impressive stats. It's a 105 year old trail run in Marin County, California beginning in Mill Valley and ending at Stinson Beach. The Dipsea is the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/100th-annual-dipsea-trail-race http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/100th-annual-dipsea-trail-race Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:00:30 -0400 STRZ   When you walk onto the baseball field you have entered a competitive arena.  As you enter this arena you must be thinking of one thing...winning.  Get it in your head and set your site on that goal.  Doing this will[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/dont-be-afraid-to-fail http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/dont-be-afraid-to-fail Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:22:16 -0400 NEWZ Combine testing isn't just for the pros. It is a valuable process for all developing athletes to gage their abilities against others and identify strengths and weaknesses. Velocity Sports, Carlsbad is hosting free combine testing open to High School level[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/free-combine-testing-for-high-school-athletes http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/free-combine-testing-for-high-school-athletes Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:51:03 -0400 NEWZ     Jim Marta, Golf Instructor   Where do you provide instruction?   Cordova Golf Course where I provide both private and group instruction.     How long have you been a professional golf instructor?    I have instructed for 29 years at Cordova Golf Course and 8 years in San[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-jim-marta http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-jim-marta Tue, 08 Jun 2010 13:57:07 -0400 STRZ Presenting Sponsor SKLZ   SKLZ was the presenting sponsor of the amateurgolf.com 2010 Monterey Bay Championship at Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course. We would like to congratulate soon to be college freshman Cory McElyea, from Santa Cruz, California, for his win at[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/monterey-bay-championship-sponsored-by-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/monterey-bay-championship-sponsored-by-sklz Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:30:42 -0400 NEWZ Golf Instructor, Grant Griffiths showing his form.     Where do you provide instruction?   I'm the Director of Golf for the prestigious Julian Krinsky School of Golf in Philadelphia, a summer golf camp that attracts students from 35 states and 30 countries. Students reside[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-grant-griffiths http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-grant-griffiths Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:59:25 -0400 STRZ Alex Kajitani with the First Couple at the National Teacher of the Year Ceremony in the White House Rose Garden, 2009   Being involved in the community and helping to make a difference in the lives of the youth within it has[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-helps-ca-teacher-of-the-year-send-students-to-space-camp http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-helps-ca-teacher-of-the-year-send-students-to-space-camp Wed, 26 May 2010 15:22:59 -0400 GIVZ   This past weekend the Morgan Run Resort and Club in Rancho Santa Fe, California hosted the 12th annual Celebrity Golf Championship. Athletes from the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB as well as a handful of actors were among the contestants.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-star-studded-golf-event http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-star-studded-golf-event Tue, 25 May 2010 19:23:47 -0400 NEWZ   Steve Radice, creator of the basketball training tool Shot Spotz, tells his inspirational story in a Fox news feature:   %%VIDEO%%   Shot Spotz come with a variety of game ideas which range from beginner to advanced. You can find Shot Spotz online or[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/inventors-story-sklz-shot-spotz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/inventors-story-sklz-shot-spotz Tue, 18 May 2010 12:09:09 -0400 NEWZ   Title: Product Manager Location:  Carlsbad, CA   Primary Responsibility: As the Product Manager, you will be responsible for the product planning and executing throughout the product lifecycle, including: working closely with production, sales and marketing to ensure revenue and customer satisfaction[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-product-manager http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-product-manager Wed, 12 May 2010 11:30:44 -0400 NEWZ On Tuesday, May 18th Haggin Oaks is hosting a charity event hosted by Jack Ingram called "Golf & Guitars III".  Please check out the website of www.golfandguitars.com for continued excitement.   Haggin has partnered with KNCI, the local Country Western radio[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-morton-golf-foundation-golf-and-guitars http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-supports-morton-golf-foundation-golf-and-guitars Tue, 11 May 2010 12:00:36 -0400 NEWZ As proud sponsors of San Diego Sol Youth Basketball League, the SKLZ team was able to set up shop at Alliant University's beautiful facility and spend time with players and parents. We had a great turnout- tons of budding stars[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/san-diego-sol-giveaway-winners http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/san-diego-sol-giveaway-winners Mon, 03 May 2010 12:08:35 -0400 SAYZ SKLZ will be sponsoring the final day ride of the Challenged Athletes Foundation Million Dollar Challenge ride from San Francisco to San Diego October 16th to the 22nd. The Million Dollar Challenge (MDC) is an unforgettable seven-day, 620-mile journey down the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-final-day-of-cafs-million-dollar-challenge-2010 http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-to-sponsor-final-day-of-cafs-million-dollar-challenge-2010 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:50:59 -0400 NEWZ Can you say overwhelming?   During the 3 day affair in Indianapolis during Final Four Weekend, an estimated 1,200 youth, high school and college coaches visited SKLZ to learn more about our basketball return systems, defensive mannequin, shot trajectory trainer and speed,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/highlights-from-the-2010-national-association-of-basketball-coaches-nabc-conference http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/highlights-from-the-2010-national-association-of-basketball-coaches-nabc-conference Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:27:42 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ is the presenting sponsor of the 10th Annual Monterey Bay Championship, at Bayonet Black Horse in Seaside May 29-30. These two courses place Bayonet Black Horse among the best 36 hole golf resorts in California -- you owe it[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-10th-annual-monterey-bay-championship http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-10th-annual-monterey-bay-championship Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:50:14 -0400 NEWZ The San Diego Chargers moved up in the draft and got the man they wanted with the 12th overall pick in the NFL Draft from Miami and selected Fresno State running back Ryan Mathews. Congratulations Ryan and welcome to San[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/ryan-mathews-welcome-to-the-chargers http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/ryan-mathews-welcome-to-the-chargers Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:00:54 -0400 NEWZ Although it seems SKLZ pop-up goals might be appropriate for small soccer players, they have a lot of uses for players of all sizes. Here are a few easy to set up, fast-paced skill drills you can run during your[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/small-goals-arent-just-for-small-soccer-players http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/small-goals-arent-just-for-small-soccer-players Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:47:36 -0400 TIPZ %%VIDEO%%   The big question is not "how did he do that?" but is "what could the coach possibly be arguing about?[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/fordham-university-baseball-player-brian-kownacki-leaps-the-catcher http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/fordham-university-baseball-player-brian-kownacki-leaps-the-catcher Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:44:15 -0400 STRZ Check out these NFL Combine Training with Travelle Gaines.  The players were working hard all day as they prepared for the Combine in Indy.  You can see more NFL Combine videos and other training videos using the SKLZ Speed>>Agility>>Quickness line of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/speedagilityquickness-videos http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/speedagilityquickness-videos Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:45:20 -0400 NEWZ SKLZ extends an enthusiastic congratulations to Dan Vitale for his induction into the Michigan Chapter of the United States Specialty Sports Association Hall of Fame (USSSA). Dan's dedication to the sport of baseball led him to open the Shelby Township[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/congratulations-dan-vitale-on-your-induction-to-the-usssa-hall-of-fame http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/congratulations-dan-vitale-on-your-induction-to-the-usssa-hall-of-fame Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:33:11 -0400 NEWZ By Sam Flamont       Baseball coaches are always telling their players to stay in the game when they are sitting on the bench. This is true they need to do this, but one thing you must realize is how boring it is[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/in-baseball-its-important-to-keep-everyone-involved http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/in-baseball-its-important-to-keep-everyone-involved Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:37:47 -0400 NEWZ Shawn VanGassen got into an 8-man breakaway in the middle of the race and won the final sprint at 37 mph.  It was a very exciting race and great first win for the SKLZ Cycling Team.  Congratulations!!!     Click here to follow[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-cycling-team-wins-huennekens-criterium http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-cycling-team-wins-huennekens-criterium Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:28:51 -0400 NEWZ   After lengthy contract negotiations, and careful consideration, the West Virginia men's basketball team has added the D-Man to what was already an impressive basketball team.   Seeking "superior interior defense" and "impeccable shot blocking skills" for the front line, the Mountaineers have[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/west-virginia-basketball-team-signs-sklz-d-man http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/west-virginia-basketball-team-signs-sklz-d-man Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:43:31 -0400 NEWZ   Monday, April 12, 8:30PM EST The FREE webinar brings together Milwaukee Brewers Pitching Coach Rick Peterson and Sirius/XM's Jim Duquette to talk about how to improve your pitch delivery. Learn how to prevent injuries and how you can do so with[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/rick-peterson-3p-sports-prevent-pitching-injuries-and-improve-performance http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/rick-peterson-3p-sports-prevent-pitching-injuries-and-improve-performance Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:34:12 -0400 NEWZ Title: International Sales Coordinator Location:  Carlsbad, CA   Primary Responsibility: Assist the Vice President - International across numerous projects and administrative tasks to maximize profitable sales globally.   Key Functions: International order management and forecasting coordination (40%) Responsible for coordinating international orders throughout[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-international-sales-coordinator http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-international-sales-coordinator Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:54:01 -0400 NEWZ When challenged to a push up contest by military personnel, SKLZ's Jeff Schade (above) politely declined....   Sport-Brella has done it again...gone off and protected people from the sun, wind, rain and whatever else Mother Nature can throw their way.  This time[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/aafes-msmgm-vendor-expo http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/aafes-msmgm-vendor-expo Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:16:56 -0400 NEWZ Congratulations to the NABC Show Day 3 winners: Jim Tribbett and Ryan Nystrom.   Jim Tribbett will be receiving the SAQ Combo Training Package and Ryan Nystrom will be receiving the Rapid Fire.  [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-day-3-and-final-giveaway-winners http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-day-3-and-final-giveaway-winners Mon, 05 Apr 2010 12:19:12 -0400 SAYZ Day 2 at the NABC Convention in Indianapolis brought out more than just dedicated coaches. Check out this video of the University of Central Florida's Assistant Coach, Robert McCullum giving his grandson a few shooting pointers. There is definitely a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-day-2-and-todays-giveaway-winners http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-day-2-and-todays-giveaway-winners Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:40:53 -0400 SAYZ Thanks to everyone who stopped by the SKLZ booth today at the 2010 NABC Conference in Indianapolis. The turnout so far has been even better than we expected. We've really enjoyed talking to coaches from all over the country,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-conference-product-giveaway-winners-announced-here http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nabc-conference-product-giveaway-winners-announced-here Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:39:10 -0400 SAYZ Lucas Glover using the Gyro Swing golf swing trainer at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines this weekend.  Word is that he uses it regularly to keep his swing plane and release in top form. Asked what he thought, Lucas[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/lucas-glover-uses-the-gyro-swing http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/lucas-glover-uses-the-gyro-swing Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:10:40 -0400 NEWZ Head Coach Jordan Paolucci of the Etobicoke Thunder was nice enough to send us some photos of his players shooting over the D-Man shooting trainer and defensive mannequin.  The Thunder are in the Boys Juvenile U18 in the Etobicoke Basketball[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-basketball-shooting-drills http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-basketball-shooting-drills Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:11:22 -0400 NEWZ Last night's Xavier vs. Kansas State basketball game became an instant March Madness Classic.  With about 10 minutes to go in the game announceer Gus Johnson turned up the volume (as if that is even possible) knowing that he was[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/gus-johnson-of-cbs-almost-had-a-heart-attack-last-night http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/gus-johnson-of-cbs-almost-had-a-heart-attack-last-night Fri, 26 Mar 2010 12:59:47 -0400 STRZ SKLZ Team Member Joe Mauer signed a $184 million dollar 8-year contract with his hometown Minnesota Twins this week.  In doing so, Joe once again proved that he is not like most other athletes. It's pretty much undetstood that if Joe[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/mauer-signs-contract-with-twins http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/mauer-signs-contract-with-twins Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:11:04 -0400 NEWZ As president of SKLZ, I have been asked many times to share the story on how our best selling mini basketball hoop came to be, here's the story, it's a good one... July 2008. My son and his friends had just[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/finally-a-mini-hoop-that-lasts http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/finally-a-mini-hoop-that-lasts Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:37:07 -0400 SAYZ Have you heard of Hoops for Heroes? Hoops For Heroes' mission is to pay tribute to Veterans by providing financial support to those that [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/hoops-for-heroes-rapid-fire-helps-intrepid-fallen-heroes-fund http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/hoops-for-heroes-rapid-fire-helps-intrepid-fallen-heroes-fund Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:38:37 -0400 NEWZ Jack and Jill Magazine featured the Pro Mini Hoop as a "Cool Rainy Day Find": Rainy days mean less outdoor time to practice your lay-ups, three-point shots, and passing. The Mini Hoop will help keep your skills sharp. Hook it over[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/jack-jill-magazine-the-pro-mini-hoop-is-a-cool-rainy-day-find http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/jack-jill-magazine-the-pro-mini-hoop-is-a-cool-rainy-day-find Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:27:14 -0400 NEWZ Nomar was someone that everyone in Boston loved and admired. He was classy, supported community organizations on a daily basis, and worked his tail off every time he took the field.  He ALWAYS ran out ground balls. And for about[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nomaaaaaaahhhhhhh http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nomaaaaaaahhhhhhh Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:50:04 -0500 SAYZ   With two unique basketball ball return systems, a defender trainer, a shot trajectory and rebounding trainer, and a court-awareness marker and game set, SKLZ has developed the first complete line of basketball training equipment for serious athletes ready to step[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/basketball-training-aids-from-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/basketball-training-aids-from-sklz Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:13:45 -0500 NEWZ The Waste Management Phoenix Open (formerly known as the FBR), opened its first round today amidst its normal energy and excitement in the Arizona desert. I spent time at the tournament site, the TPC of Scottsdale, earlier in the week[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/pga-players-kick-off-the-waste-management-phoenix-open-with-some-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/pga-players-kick-off-the-waste-management-phoenix-open-with-some-sklz Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:51:51 -0500 SAYZ On Monday evening I was fortunate to attend the 64th Annual Salute to the Champions presented by the Robert & Lillie Breitbard Foundation. The event is held annually by the Hall of Champions and the San Diego Sports Commission,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/64th-annual-salute-to-the-champions http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/64th-annual-salute-to-the-champions Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:32:56 -0500 SAYZ Use the molded grip to identify the proper positioning for your hands. You'll see that both of the "Vs" formed by your thumbs and forefingers will point toward your left shoulder. The Tempo & Grip Trainer was designed to set[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golf-tempo-and-grip-trainer-instructions http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/golf-tempo-and-grip-trainer-instructions Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:02:24 -0500 NEWZ Thank you for puchasing the SKLZ Multi-Sport Pop-Up Net This video provides step by step instructions on how to assemble the 5', 7' and 8' Pop-Up Net.  We recommend that you also follow along with the Pop-Up Net Instruction Manual.    %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pop-up-net-assembly-video http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pop-up-net-assembly-video Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:47:13 -0500 NEWZ Some of the faces behind the names at SKLZ Headquarters.    Yeah, we know, we aren't pretty, but we love training and making athletes better, and that's all that matters.   You can see videos of John showing off his SKLZ by clicking here.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/faces-of-sklz-with-soccer-freestyler-john-farnworth http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/faces-of-sklz-with-soccer-freestyler-john-farnworth Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:26:27 -0500 NEWZ   We gave the Gyro Swing golf swing plane trainer to one of the top instructors in the nation and asked him what he thinks.  Here is Tim Lambert's interview from the 2010 PGA Merchandise Show.     %%VIDEO%%   Tim Lambert of Four Bridges Golf[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tim-lambert-one-swing-plane-model-of-teaching-the-golf-swing http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/tim-lambert-one-swing-plane-model-of-teaching-the-golf-swing Wed, 10 Feb 2010 23:46:20 -0500 NEWZ Imagine you are hanging out at Lucy's bar in New Orleans celebrating after the parade, and Drew Brees comes walking in because he wants to do some celebrating with the locals.  Pretty cool.    %%VIDEO%%   Only question is:  Did he buy drinks, or[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/drew-brees-chant-at-new-orleans-bar http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/drew-brees-chant-at-new-orleans-bar Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:46:27 -0500 STRZ The San Diego Show is an ELITE travel baseball organization designed to develop, expose and assist players further in their careers while teaching them life lessons. SKLZ was proud to donate the following golf and baseball training aids to benefit[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-operation-for-hope-foundations-san-diego-show-1st-annual-golf-tournament http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-operation-for-hope-foundations-san-diego-show-1st-annual-golf-tournament Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:19:06 -0500 GIVZ   For this post we are going to assume you are a high school player and you are going to play travel baseball.  As you choose your team and go to a tryout, listen carefully to what the coaches talk about. [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/getting-exposure-in-baseball-myth-and-reality http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/getting-exposure-in-baseball-myth-and-reality Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:41:45 -0500 NEWZ The Home of Guiding Hands, a charitable organization which provides services, training and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities and their families, is holding their annual Gala in early February.SKLZ has contributed a golf training aid package to their silent[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-proudly-supports-home-of-guiding-hands-with-donation-to-annual-gala http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-proudly-supports-home-of-guiding-hands-with-donation-to-annual-gala Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:43:34 -0500 GIVZ Meet the newest SKLZ Team Member: soccer freestyler John Farnworth.  John came by SKLZ Headquarters and showed everyone why he's the best ball juggler in the world.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/john-farnworth-videos http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/john-farnworth-videos Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:51:39 -0500 STRZ There are a lot of golf putting aids out there.    More than a few people have asked us "What is the difference between the Perfect Plane and the Putting Arc?".    We want to clear the air on the differences between the two[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-boards-perfect-plane-vs-putting-arc http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-boards-perfect-plane-vs-putting-arc Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:55:28 -0500 NEWZ The most important thing you can do to improve your on-field performance is to practice individually between team practices and games. Following are a set of drills that address skill development for all positions. You will see improvement in a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/soccer-drills-and-tips-with-soccer-glossary http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/soccer-drills-and-tips-with-soccer-glossary Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:40:32 -0500 TIPZ   SETUP AND USAGE The Velocity Ball automatically detects the speed of a pitched ball, and displays that information in the speed screen. By first setting up the distance between pitching location and receiver, the Velocity Ball will be calibrated for accurate readings[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/velocitybullet-ball-instructions http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/velocitybullet-ball-instructions Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:14:14 -0500 TIPZ JIMMY BALL - TETHERED SOCCER TECHNIQUE TRAINER   %%VIDEO%%   Features/Benefits:» Improves technique, concentration, agility, skill, coordination, touch andfootwork without ever chasing a ball» Practice anywhere - even indoors» Quick slip, adjustable shoulder strap - one size fits all» Adjustable ball height» Reduced size[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/jimmy-ball-available-for-retail http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/jimmy-ball-available-for-retail Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:24:42 -0500 NEWZ When we moved the SKLZ Headquarters from Carmel Mountain to Carlsbad, we cleaned out our warehouse for the first time in...forever.  We found a lot of stuff.  Fortunately, we serendipitously met Olga Lugan, who works in the Code Enforcement Division[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sports-equipment-donated-by-sklz-during-holidays http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sports-equipment-donated-by-sklz-during-holidays Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:34:00 -0500 GIVZ Just this past weekend Schade, TQ, and I attended the American Baseball Coaches Show in Dallas.   Coaches of all levels attend this show to see the latest and greatest in baseball equipment. This is the second ABCA show that[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/2010-abca-show-lightning-bolt-pitching-machine-a-huge-hit http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/2010-abca-show-lightning-bolt-pitching-machine-a-huge-hit Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:54:27 -0500 SAYZ By Sam Flamont     There is plenty of time for formal practice, and using baseball training aids to develop better skills.  But coaches and parents have just as much responsibility to encourage less formal activities.The ultimate in creativity and growth in an[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/pick-up-baseball-play-it-and-love-it http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/pick-up-baseball-play-it-and-love-it Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:32:58 -0500 TIPZ LT does the Electric Glide for football fans.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/ladainian-tomlinson-dance-video http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/ladainian-tomlinson-dance-video Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:01:24 -0500 STRZ This Chandler Parsons shot has to be the greatest buzzer beater in basketball history, right?  The real lesson here has to be the reminder to play defense until the last second.    %%VIDEO%%     If you want to practice buzzer beaters from 14', try[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/florida-buzzer-beater-best-ever http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/florida-buzzer-beater-best-ever Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:11:43 -0500 STRZ Pete Wlodkowski and our good friends over at amateurgolf.com put on their Annual Skins Game at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara in Carlsbad.   SKLZ sponsored the event along with Bridgestone Golf, 1st/10th Tee and Lamkin Grips.   A few golfers took home some[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/amateurgolfcom-new-years-skins-game http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/amateurgolfcom-new-years-skins-game Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:35:21 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ baseball training aids are used by all skill levels.  Check out this video we found of ASU Baseball Player "Big Louie" dominating the SKLZ Hit-A-Way. The domination starts at the 1:25 mark of the video:   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/american-sports-university-baseball-player-pounds-hit-a-way http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/american-sports-university-baseball-player-pounds-hit-a-way Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:06:56 -0500 STRZ 1. Attach both pole connectors to the middle of the pole 2. Attach the base pole to one end of the middle pole and the extension pole to the other end.   1. Feed the bottom of the assembled pole through the bottom[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-instructions http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/d-man-instructions Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:50:04 -0500 NEWZ Reigning NBA Champs!!!!!   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/ill-see-your-house-to-allen-and-raise-you-a-kobe-walton-and-lamar http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/ill-see-your-house-to-allen-and-raise-you-a-kobe-walton-and-lamar Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:45:27 -0500 SAYZ SKLZ has a lot of basketball training aids to improve yoour game: basketball ball returns, defensive mannequins, and shot trajectory trainers.  We'll let you know when we develop something that can teach you this:   %%VIDEO%%   When everyone in the video is looking up[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/nba-play-of-the-year-eddie-house-tony-allen http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/nba-play-of-the-year-eddie-house-tony-allen Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:23:38 -0500 STRZ %%VIDEO%%   Click here to purchase the SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop at SKLZ.com for $29.99[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-stars-in-hilarious-miniature-basketball-net-video http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-stars-in-hilarious-miniature-basketball-net-video Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:45:16 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ Baseball Training Aids- it's what you do off the field that makes all the difference on it.   %%VIDEO%%     The Hit-A-Way Portable Training Station incorporates the #1 batting trainer of all time in an all-in-one mobile design. The baseball swing trainer’s sturdy[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/training-for-baseball-hundreds-of-thousands-of-practice-swings http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/training-for-baseball-hundreds-of-thousands-of-practice-swings Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:22:31 -0500 NEWZ The Sport-Brella and its all-season weather protection has been making waves this past year, and you just never know where it's going to show up. Our most recent sighting is at a beach resort on St. Croix, where an army[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sport-brella-hits-the-caribbean http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sport-brella-hits-the-caribbean Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:19:55 -0500 SAYZ SKLZ Basketball Training Aids - it's what you do off the court that makes all the difference on it.   %%VIDEO%%   The SKLZ Rapid Fire is the most convenient and effective basketball return system available, giving players the ability to practice shooting repetitively[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/training-for-basketball-used-all-the-right-tools http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/training-for-basketball-used-all-the-right-tools Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:07:56 -0500 NEWZ       UNDER $20 BASEBALL TRAINING AIDSReaction BallFielding trainer for all ages.Click here to buy now for $9.99Velocity Ball"Radar ball" that measures the speed for a pitchClick here to buy now for $19.99Power SleeveBaseball bat weight for live batting practiceClick here to buy[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sports-gift-ideas http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sports-gift-ideas Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:28:33 -0500 NEWZ SKLZ Soccer wants you to show your support for San Diego's candidacy to be selected for the U.S. World Cup Bid. Sign the petition to bring a game to San Diego. With world class weather, a diverse population, proximity to Mexico,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/san-diego-bid-for-soccer-world-cup http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/san-diego-bid-for-soccer-world-cup Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:25:52 -0500 NEWZ I recently completed the Qualcomm Million Dollar Challenge which is a 620 mile Bike Ride from San Francisco to San Diego. This was my first time participating and as others had told me it was a remarkable experience. 100 riders[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/challenged-athlete-foundation http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/challenged-athlete-foundation Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:10:33 -0500 SAYZ "Get in some serious indoor hoops with the SKLZ Mini-Hoop.  The pro-grade backboard is shatterproof, and there's a spring-action breakaway rim.  Tell mom and dad it's fully padded to keep down damage to the door or wall." Click here to buy[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/boys-life-magazine-names-pro-mini-hoop-best-toy http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/boys-life-magazine-names-pro-mini-hoop-best-toy Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:11:02 -0500 NEWZ The Pro Mini Hoop indoor basketball net, and the Sweet Spot baseball training bat were featured in the The Sports Illustrated for Kids' annual list of must have gifts for the holiday season.     Click here to get your Sweet Spot bat[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/boys-holiday-sports-gifts-pro-mini-hoop-and-sweet-spot-bat http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/boys-holiday-sports-gifts-pro-mini-hoop-and-sweet-spot-bat Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:58:23 -0500 NEWZ The fairways are covered in leaves, golf Sundays are now "NFL Sundays" and you're probably thinking about "that putt" or "when I skulled it" and how it prevented you from breaking XX.  Like the Chicago Cubs, there is always next[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/best-golf-training-aids-for-the-offseason http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/best-golf-training-aids-for-the-offseason Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:52:39 -0500 TIPZ Thought I’d share a story and a couple photos from my daughter's first round High School (OSAA) soccer playoff game this past Saturday night. The scene is set in downtown Portland, Oregon at Lincoln High School in cold and very rainy[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/joy-of-youth-sports-girls-high-school-soccer http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/joy-of-youth-sports-girls-high-school-soccer Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:46:26 -0500 SAYZ Congratulations to Derek Jeter and Albert Pujols on winning (again) the prestigious Hank Aaron Award given to the best offensive performance in the National and American Leagues.Past winners of the Aaron Award include : Manny Ramirez and Sammy Sosa (1999);[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2009-hank-aaron-award-given-to-sklz-teammates-jeter-and-pujols http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/2009-hank-aaron-award-given-to-sklz-teammates-jeter-and-pujols Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:45:18 -0500 NEWZ I was lucky to find two outstanding blogs about parenting in youth sports. One is about the psychology of young athletes, and the other is more focused on finding a place for parents in youth sports.  Talk about information long overdue! [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/youth-sports-parent-blogs http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/youth-sports-parent-blogs Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:27:26 -0400 SAYZ As any person who enjoys watching total carnage and destruction knows, Penn State defeated once-proud Michigan University on Saturday at "The Big House" 35-10.     Admitting defeat, John finally experiences what it means to be a winner by donning Blue and White.      [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-ceo-john-sarkisian-becomes-penn-state-fan-over-weekend http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-ceo-john-sarkisian-becomes-penn-state-fan-over-weekend Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:18:28 -0400 NEWZ   %%VIDEO%%     "I think that a training aid like the SKLZ Putting Gate can definitely help any golfer become more aware of out what problem they may have with their putting stroke by using this training aid." CLICK HERE to read the complete[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-aid-review-good-training-aid-that-can-be-used-both-indoors-and-outdoors http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-aid-review-good-training-aid-that-can-be-used-both-indoors-and-outdoors Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:03:17 -0400 NEWZ Seen above is SKLZ president Tom Quinn with Albert Pujols after donating $7,500 and a sizeable product donation of golf and baseball training aids and Sport-Brellas in support of the Pujols Family Foundation.     By Matthew Leach / MLB.com August 31, 2009 ST. LOUIS -- On a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-donates-to-the-albert-pujols-celebrity-golf-classic http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-donates-to-the-albert-pujols-celebrity-golf-classic Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:53:13 -0400 SAYZ Thank you for puchasing the SKLZ Crazy Catch. This video provides step by step instructions on how to assemble the SKLZ Crazy Catch.  We recommend that you also follow along with the Crazy Catch Instruction Manual.    %%VIDEO%%     Click here to download a[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/crazy-catch-assembly http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/crazy-catch-assembly Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:11:36 -0400 NEWZ Icers fans get 20% Off all sports training aids and gifts at SKLZ.com.  And for every purchase made using the Icers Promo Code, SKLZ will donate 20% of the total purchase to the Penn State Hockey Program. Be sure to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/support-the-icers-get-20-off-sklz-gives-20-to-psu-hockey http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/support-the-icers-get-20-off-sklz-gives-20-to-psu-hockey Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:04:02 -0400 NEWZ Let's all wish the best coach in the history of sports a Happy 99th Birthday! He lead the UCLA Bruins to 10 National Championships in 12 years--7 straight at one point--and still holds the longest winning streak in NCAA basketball[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/happy-birthday-john-wooden http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/happy-birthday-john-wooden Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:46:01 -0400 SAYZ "The SKLZ Putting Gate effectively combines two fundamental putting drills into a simple and affordable package. The Putting Gate earns points for offering customized challenge levels and multiple usage options, and it can provide fun for an entire family of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-gate-reviewed http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/putting-gate-reviewed Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:30:28 -0400 NEWZ The big debate over Jeter vs. Mauer for MVP.   I like Joe Mauer and understand what he has accomplished as a hitter especially given the fact he plays the catcher position. My vote as CEO of SKLZ goes to Derek[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jetermauer-al-mvp-vote http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jetermauer-al-mvp-vote Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:38:06 -0400 SAYZ Introducing the SKLZ QuickSwing Manual--the gravity drop baseball batting trainer invented by Jake Mauer II and used by 2006, 2008 & 2009 AL Batting Champ Joe Mauer. » Delivers a moving ball downward, forcing you to wait to see the ball[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/quickswing-manual-batting-trainer http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/quickswing-manual-batting-trainer Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:04:01 -0400 NEWZ 1) .365, 28, 962) Name another superstar on the Twins.  OK, I'll give you Morneau.  Name another. 3) In the biggest game of the regular season in a playoff against Detroit, in arguably the biggest game of his career, Mauer[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/ten-reasons-why-joe-mauer-should-be-2009-al-mvp http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/ten-reasons-why-joe-mauer-should-be-2009-al-mvp Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:24:50 -0400 SAYZ More than just a large umbrella, the Sport-Brella is the ideal protection for sun, wind and weather while on the sidelines, at the beach, or camping.  The Sport-Brella's up-and-down 3-second design is the most convenient and portable lightweight shelter system[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-portable-all-weather-protection-system http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-portable-all-weather-protection-system Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:48:29 -0400 NEWZ %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/espn-report-on-pro-mini-hoop http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/espn-report-on-pro-mini-hoop Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:30:42 -0400 NEWZ The Online Marketing Coordinator will support the marketing team with the majority of time dedicated to eMarketing initiatives. You will have an active role in creating and implementing digital and traditional marketing strategies, including: -Executing on social networking, web PR,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-online-marketing-coordinator http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-is-hiring-online-marketing-coordinator Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:27:04 -0400 NEWZ The Operation for HOPE Foundation is dedicated to creating national awareness about family violence and the resources available to prevent and respond to this issue. To make sure the kids continue to create happy memories after the Take Me Out to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/operation-for-hope-foundation-take-me-out-to-the-baseball-game http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/operation-for-hope-foundation-take-me-out-to-the-baseball-game Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:20:09 -0400 GIVZ By Dave Bagley, Founder - Peak Performance SportsBaseball is a sport where not only do you have to train to keep your body in shape during the offseason, but you also have to maintain and improve your skills of the[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/offseason-baseball-training-for-position-players http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/offseason-baseball-training-for-position-players Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:38:41 -0400 TIPZ Effective October 5, 2009 SKLZ's International Headquarters will be located at: SKLZ5823 Newton Drive, Suite 130Carlsbad, CA 92008Phone: (760) 707-5600Fax: (760) 707-5450[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-headquarters-is-relocating-to-carlsbad http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-headquarters-is-relocating-to-carlsbad Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:45:14 -0400 NEWZ Derek Jeter, Albert Pujols, and Joe Mauer. How's that for the holy triumvirate of baseball? These three guys are collectively having one of the most notable seasons in baseball history, and we're fortunate enough to have them as the endorsement[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jeter-pujols-mauer-what-a-year http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jeter-pujols-mauer-what-a-year Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:11:26 -0400 SAYZ Yes I was there, standing along the 18th hole at Hazeltine National Golf Club during Sunday's final round of the PGA Championship, watching Y.E. Yang hit a miracle hybrid shot up and over a tree into a 3-club wind, to[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/how-to-play-a-major-golf-venueand-survive http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/how-to-play-a-major-golf-venueand-survive Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:48:01 -0400 SAYZ I’d like to congratulate Jeff Schade and his Iowa Hawkeyes on letting Penn State hand them a win. In accordance with our prior agreement, here is the definitive list of why The University of Iowa is better than Penn[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/why-the-university-of-iowa-is-so-great http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/why-the-university-of-iowa-is-so-great Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:03:26 -0400 SAYZ Wait a minute, since when do the 49ers play Penn State?  Great catch Matt. %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/amazing-high-school-football-catch-by-matt-costello http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/amazing-high-school-football-catch-by-matt-costello Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:01:19 -0400 STRZ Neither rain, nor sleet, nor blazing sun can keep parents from attendingtheir kids’ outdoor sporting events—but now they can take shelter underthe Sport-Brella. With an expanse of nearly seven feet, it offers enoughroomfor younger siblings too.Our tester family loved howeasy[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-a-favorite-thing-of-disney-family-fun-magazine http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-a-favorite-thing-of-disney-family-fun-magazine Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:17:58 -0400 NEWZ Normally when you’re in a greenside bunker, the routine is to open up your stance and clubface. Usually, you play the ball well forward, and swing the club outside and through to hit the ball a fairly short distance. But what[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/how-to-execute-a-long-bunker-shot-by-rick-smith http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/how-to-execute-a-long-bunker-shot-by-rick-smith Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:07:27 -0400 TIPZ Out of 9 Sox players, she basically named 8.7 of them. And managed to insult NY. Well played. %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jennifer-garner-loves-the-red-sox-hates-the-yankees http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/jennifer-garner-loves-the-red-sox-hates-the-yankees Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:50:32 -0400 SAYZ It's only a few short hours away from a Hawkeye Nation victory party!!  Iowa's impending victory over Penn State is exciting and has me unfocused on sales right now, yet still managed to haul in a MONSTER order...for...you guessed it...Sport-Brella!! As[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-sales-staff-prepares-for-a-hawkeye-victory http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-sales-staff-prepares-for-a-hawkeye-victory Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:18:41 -0400 SAYZ SKLZ is once again proud to particiapte in the tournament and support the National Association for Home Care and Hospice.  In addition to providing instruction sessions at the event, SKLZ will be donating several golf training aids for auctions.  Players[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/nahc-celebrity-pro-am-invitational-golf-tournament http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/nahc-celebrity-pro-am-invitational-golf-tournament Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:46:38 -0400 GIVZ   %%VIDEO%%   Want Aaron Baddeley to help you with your putting? Ask your question by following @seeitgolf on Twitter by sending a direct message. They will select the 10 best questions and Badds will answer them live on September 30th at 10 PM Eastern.[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/win-a-free-sklz-putting-aid-package http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/win-a-free-sklz-putting-aid-package Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:18:23 -0400 NEWZ The results are in and there is nothing shady (get it?) about The Sports Authority's Sport-Brella sales. The partnership started early in 2009 with some decent signs of success, but really started rocking when displays were ordered and the SKLZ[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/the-sports-authority-sport-brella-program-casts-no-shadows http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/the-sports-authority-sport-brella-program-casts-no-shadows Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:02:18 -0400 SAYZ Sporting goods guru Michael LaPorte, Senior Buyer for Baseball at Sports Authority, tossed out the Ceremonial First Pitch at HohoKam Park, Spring home of the Chicago Cubs.   LaPorte stepped up and uncorked a dart at Cubs catcher Koyie Hill, a pitch[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-sponsorship-of-ceremonial-first-pitch-by-sports-authority-buyer-michael-laporte http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/sklz-sponsorship-of-ceremonial-first-pitch-by-sports-authority-buyer-michael-laporte Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:46:43 -0400 SAYZ We love these emails.   I thought you might like to know. I have recently purchased a number of your baseball training products: 360 TEE, Zip n Hit, Hit Away System w/ Pole, Target. This is my son's first year[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/batting-trainers-help-little-leaguer-achieve-dreams http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/batting-trainers-help-little-leaguer-achieve-dreams Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:15:16 -0400 STRZ Gotta love the officials who check to make sure the ball is in the hole.   %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/amateur-golfer-makes-1-million-dollar-hole-in-one http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/amateur-golfer-makes-1-million-dollar-hole-in-one Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:42:10 -0400 STRZ The annual [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-pujols-family-foundation http://practiceplaywin.com/givz/sklz-supports-pujols-family-foundation Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:05:25 -0400 GIVZ We participate in the Nation's Best Sports summer show every year with great success and now with the addition of the Sport Brella to the SKLZ line we decided to test the waters at the fall show in Fort Worth,[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nations-best-sports-2009-fall-show http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/nations-best-sports-2009-fall-show Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:44:11 -0400 SAYZ Where do you provide instruction?   Instruction is provided at The Maderas Golf Club. How long have you been a professional golf instructor?   I have been a professional since 1968 and member of the PGA of America since 1973. Who are some of[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-john-darling http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/trainer-profile-john-darling Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:53:34 -0400 STRZ %%VIDEO%%   Like to make trick shot videos?  Upload a trick shot video to youtube.com of you and your friends using a SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop and we'll send you a coupon for a free Pro Mini Hoop.  Be sure to say "Pro[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/basketball-trick-shot-video http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/basketball-trick-shot-video Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:30:58 -0400 STRZ SKLZ's Rick Smith hooked up with Golf Digest's Stina Sternberg to share tips on lag putting. Two main takeaways to make sure you get close to the hole: -Make a smooth putting stroke with a focus on tempo -Keep the left wrist firm--don't[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/lag-putting http://practiceplaywin.com/tipz/lag-putting Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:24:45 -0400 TIPZ It happens every year.  My alma mater, Penn State, releases a video to get everyone pumped up for the football season. I usually watch it 4-5 times, trying to get the chills out.  This year, the message runs deeper than football. %%VIDEO%% WE[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/penn-state-football-video http://practiceplaywin.com/sayz/penn-state-football-video Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:15:29 -0400 SAYZ Congratualtions Derek on becoming the New York Yankeess' all-time hits leader.  3,000 is right around the corner. We're proud to have you on our team. [...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklzs-derek-jeter-the-greatest-yankee-ever http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/sklzs-derek-jeter-the-greatest-yankee-ever Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:47:07 -0400 STRZ We don't have a baseball training aid to teach this, yet. %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/josh-womacks-crazy-bat-sklz http://practiceplaywin.com/strz/josh-womacks-crazy-bat-sklz Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:07:29 -0400 STRZ We asked the good people at golfinstruction.com what they thought of our Putting Gate, Refiner Putter, Perfect Plane and Putt Pocket. Can you guess what quote goes with what training aid? "...serve as a very useful putting target in my office and[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-putting-aids-reviewed http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sklz-putting-aids-reviewed Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:39:57 -0400 NEWZ Really, we don't care where you use the Sport-Brella.  Or who for that matter.  Dogs competing in agility racing?  Practice, play, win baby! Cindy (and Raider and Cassie) at CargoGoDogs.com found the Sport-Brella more to their liking than the cumbersome EZ[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-sun-shelter-thats-perfect-for-pooches http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-sun-shelter-thats-perfect-for-pooches Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:18:55 -0400 NEWZ %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-sport-brella-chair http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/the-sport-brella-chair Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:53:51 -0400 NEWZ %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-system http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-system Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:00:20 -0400 NEWZ %%VIDEO%%[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-chair http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/sport-brella-chair Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:00:42 -0400 NEWZ   CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO CONTEST PAGE   Rules and Regulations "SKLZ Pro Mini Hoop" must be included somewhere within the title of the YouTube video. Videos submitted before[...] http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-video-challenge-complete-terms-and-conditions http://practiceplaywin.com/newz/pro-mini-hoop-video-challenge-complete-terms-and-conditions Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:43:45 -0400 NEWZ