There is an important progression that must be observed when developing pitchers through softball pitching drills. Begin with mechanics, and work on speed. If the pitcher posesses those 2 qualities, control will come naturally. Be sure to emphasize this progression in your softball pitching drills.
With a softball team that is just getting to the “player” pitch level, you need to focus on softball pitching practice as much as possible. A great softball drill I have found for girls learning to pitch is the pivot-push drill that teaches them the lower body movement which is so important to pitching.
Although this is from my fastpitch softball pitching drills, it is a softball tip that can be geared toward pitchers (both young and experienced, fastpitch or slow pitch). Pitchers have a tendency not to step toward their catcher–to stray so to speak.
Many coaches have been sending me their favorite drills for softball pitchers and softball coaching tips. I’ve included three of these below. Give them a try and let me know what you think!
Take a look at these submissions from Rey and from Ricky. Great examples of softball pitching drills that work well with your youth softball teams.
Looking for softball pitching tips and drills? You’ve come to the right place! Try out this idea from John and let me know how it goes for you.