Glove Tuck Drill
Purpose This drill breaks down the proper mechanics of the glove tuck portion of the throw. Set Up Players line up facing coach. Instructions Players go into “T” position with arms straight out
Softball Throwing Drills
GOOOOOAL!
Purpose A fun, competitive game that practices throwing and fielding Set Up Using cones, set up a small soccer field with a midline across the center. Create a goal on each side
Softball Golf
Purpose To help improve throwing strength Set Up Group your players into pairs based on similar throwing/catching abilities. All players should have a glove, and one player in the pair should have
The “Relay” Throwing Drill
Drill Type: Throwing Drill Purpose: This is a simple throwing drill that is great for improving arm strength and assessing your best outfield throwers. Set Up: You can either have your entire infields
Breaking Down The Overhand Throw
Athletes use an overhand throw particularly for greater distances and also for velocity. But there are a number of other reasons an overhand throw is beneficial in the game
VIDEO DRILL: Softball Fielding and Transitioning to the Throw
Softball Fielding and Transitioning to the Throw The athletic position of the body plays a big role in quick transitions to your throw. In today's video blog post, we are discussing
The “Star Drill” and “Relay Races”
In this video, I am sharing some fantastic drill ideas for softball practice. The first is called the “Star Drill”, and you will need 5 players for this one!
Wrist Snap Drill for Softball Throwing
A common issue that we see in throwers, infield and outfield, is they aren't setting up their arm circle correctly. When they throw either a larger arm circle as an
5 Keys to Quick and Accurate Softball Throwing
In today's blog post, we are talking about the 5 Keys to Quick and Accurate Softball Throwing. When fielding, you want to get rid of the ball as quickly and
Zig Zag Drill for Softball Outfielders
In today's video blog post, I want to share with you a great combination drill that my players really love! You can also use this as a conditioning drill.
Outfield Conditioning: “Knockout” or Long Toss Drill
In today's blog post, we are talking about a long toss drill or a knockout drill that is great for outfield conditioning. This drill will help your outfield players
Throwing Mechanics for Catchers
In today's video blog post, we are briefly discussing the importance of proper softball catcher mechanics and warmups, and the difference in throwing mechanics of the different positions. Catcher Mechanics &
Video: The Swim Throwing Drill
The Swim Drill is a great softball conditioning drill that can be used to work on achieving a proper arm swing when throwing. **For this drill, you want to place a
3 Drills to Help Your Outfielders Work on Throwing
Today, I'm going to share with you some great softball throwing drills that you'll surely want to run with your outfielders. Warming Up Without Gloves Every time we warm up, I have
Basic Throwing Mechanics & Fundamentals
As a softball coach, you know the importance of having a strong defense. Today, we're going to talk about exactly that--focusing especially on the mechanics and fundamentals of throwing the
The Relay Throwing Drill
When the ball gets hit deep into the outfield, unless you've got a girl with some kind of rocket arm, your going to need two throws to get the ball
The “Michael Phelps” Secret To Throwing Mechanics
Today, we're going to take a look at a cool throwing drill that's designed specifically for youth softball players. I like this drill because it explains throwing mechanics using a concept
Barney Bop Softball Throwing Drill
There is a time to have some fun and still learn or polish some skills. I like to use the end of practice for a fun game that can create