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Pitching in college isn’t easy. Being successful at it is even tougher, but you might be surprised to learn what 2 qualities are missing from most college pitchers.
The road to the College World Series has gotten shorter and only 16...
Unless you won it all, you’re probably disappointed in how your season ended. So how are you going to figure out the changes you need to make? Keep reading, I’ve got the answer for you!
Where do you start improving for...
Anytime you’ve got 9 players on the field you’re technically in “defensive coverage”. But are you in the right one? And are you brave enough to really make the big defensive moves?
Check out some examples of how paying attention and...
Looking for a way to make practice more fun and yet improve your team defense, then try a little Backwards Softball.
If it's hard for you to imagine how you could possibly play softball backwards, then let me show you -...
With the graduation of your Seniors, the underclass players will have to step up next season into leadership roles. Teach them how to do just that in the few remaining weeks of this season.
If this senior class has some solid...
The end of softball season is drawing near for colleges and most high schools, and with it, many of you will play your final softball game – ever. Join me in a heartfelt Thank You to all senior softball players...
While we’d all love to have a lineup full of clutch, power-hitters, that isn’t always the case. Hitting can go on vacation, and when it does, you’ve still got to score runs to win games. Here’s your plan for when...
It turns out that whether you’re training a seal, a dog or a softball player the methods are pretty much the same. Discover 5 ways an animal trainer can help you reach your players better, and teach your dog some...
This modified scrimmage creates competition while challenging your players to rise to the occasion and get it done, now! Check out how.
Create a game-like situation that forces your players to rise to the occasion by taking away all their “do-overs”...
Watching your pitcher lose her control or focus is one of the most painful things that can happen as a coach. Help her practice both with this challenging and fun Knock-Off Drill.
Using this Knock-Off drill will challenge your pitchers and...
Do your pitchers look terrific when they’re up-close warming up, only to struggle once they move back to the rubber? If so, then Up-Backs are just what your pitchers need.
Up-Backs are a terrific pitching drill that will help any level...
Everybody wants to win softball games, and yet “winning the game” can often seem too big and vague. So, discover a simple way to engage your team in the little steps it takes to win.
As coaches, we know it’s the...