“Mini-Golf Ball” Hitting Drill
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating an excellent hitting drill called the "Mini-Golf Ball" Drill. This hitting drill really helps you focus on keeping the head still and
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The “Balance Drill” for Throwing and Pitching Mechanics
In today's video blog post, we are talking about a great throwing and pitching mechanics drill that will help your players find their balance and get their weight back. The “Balance
“See The Ball” Hitting Drill
In today's video blog post, we are talking about the “See The Ball” softball hitting drill. We have talked many times about how important watching the ball is. And
“Push Off” Drill for Softball Pitching Mechanics
In today's video blog post, we are talking about the “Push Off” Drill for softball pitching mechanics. “Push Off” Drill for Softball Pitching Mechanics As your pitcher gets better and more comfortable
Breaking Down the “Rise Ball” Pitch
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating the “Rise Ball” pitch and talk about the pitching mechanics involved in successfully executing this throw. "Rise Ball" Pitching Mechanics and Breaking Down
Softball Pitching and Spinning the Ball
Spins are very important in softball pitching. You want to be sure to take the time to work on your spins because it's going to make your pitches a lot
“Over the Head” Pop-Up Drill
It's always a good idea to spend some time on pop-ups, especially the ones that are hit directly over our head. In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating a
Lateral Movement and Fielding the Ground Ball
In this video blog post, we are going to discuss balls that are not hit directly at us. It'd be nice if every batter accommodated the defense and hit the
Windmill Pitching & the Open Door Position
In today's video blog post, we are introducing the windmill pitching style, and talking about the open door position. When pitching, there are three important things that you need to remember.
“Wrist Snap Toss” Throwing Progression Drill
The key with defense is mastering the fundamentals, and mastering the mechanics of both fielding and throwing. Today, I am sharing a fantastic warm-up throwing progression drill that you
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
Indoor Defensive Drill: Three-Person Intensity Drill
In today's video blog post, I am sharing an excellent defensive drill that can be done inside! Defensive Drill: Three-Person Intensity Drill This defensive drill is called our three-person intensity drill
Zone Hitting Drill
“Zone hitting” means hitting the ball where it's pitched. In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating a great UTM that will allow your hitters to work on watching their
Breaking Down the Catchers “Framing Drill”
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating an excellent catchers drill that allows the catcher to work on her twist, throwing and catching, and framing mechanics. Breaking Down the Catchers
Softball Plyometric Drills for Explosive Power!
In today's video blog post, we are demonstrating some incredible softball plyometric drills that will greatly improve your speed and power. Softball Plyometric Drills for Explosive Power! Tuck Jumps Jump two feet
Softball Pitching Power Drills
In today's blog post, I am sharing 3 excellent pitching power drills that use cones to emphasize proper pitching mechanics. The use of cones in drills is a very effective
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.