Tag: "softball coaching"
Indoor Softball Drill – 4 in 1 Indoor Outfield Drill
This is a drill we use all season. It is great for early in the season since it is done indoors and weather often makes this our only alternative. The players love it and the improvement in fielding speaks for itself. 4 in 1 Indoor Outfield Drill Needed: Softballs, instant screen or sock net, two [...]
Softball Coaching Tips – Batting Machines and Paddle Drill
Check out these two softball coaching tips. The first one is the Paddle Drill which works very well teaching your players how to field the ball quickly. The second tip is for all coaches experiencing the cutbacks for school sports or just wanting a cost effective means to teach hitting–how to make your own batting [...]
Fun Softball Drills – Tennis 500
I’ve found that all of the teams that I have coached (8yr olds through 12 yr olds) have enjoyed a game called Tennis 500. Basically, this is one of those great fun softball drills that focuses on catching a flyball while creating a competitive environment. Tennis 500 Here it is: Line up your team in [...]
Softball Plays – Double Play Drill
Repetition is the key to learning softball plays. The more your players do the drills, the better they get. I have used this a few years now and it really helps the middle infielders and corners turning a double play. Double Play Drill This is similar to the typical double play drill but there are [...]
Coaching Softball – Softball Conditioning Drill
I have a drill that I do to get my players in shape as well as everyone to know where to go on cut offs and lots of communication. When I’m coaching softball I always want this type of drill that serves multiple purposes. I have 15 girls on my team at this time. I [...]
Softball Catcher Drills – Game Situation Drill
As a softball coach you know how important it is to work with your catcher to hone her skills. These softball catcher drills will help her work on actual game situations. Game Situation Drill 1. Have catcher in squat position with coach directly behind her. 2. Toss the ball in front of her. 3. Let [...]
Softball Hitting Drills – Hitting BASICS!
I have been coaching for a number of years and recently had an opportunity to work with a 6U team. Much to my surprise, the advanced team that I am coaching is now benefiting greatly with these softball hitting drills. How? BASICS!!! Hitting BASICS Hitting is critical for every team, no matter what age. Don’t [...]
Softball Catcher Drills – Pitcher-Catcher Drill
This is one of my favorite softball catcher drills. It is the best offense/defense drill I run and the work really pays off. Give it a try!
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