Outfield Play

Softball Outfield Tips

Playing outfield begins as soon as the outfielder arrives to the field.  Here are some softball outfield tips for all outfielders.  Before she even warms up, it is a good idea to check to see […]

Outfield Play

Softball Outfield Play Handout

The Softball outfield play handout is a download that you can print or email to your players on the team that are the last line of defense.  It includes basic and easy to understand information […]

Softball Offense Defense Drill
Outfield Play

Softball Outfield Drills

Softball Outfield Drills are some of the most difficult drills to find.  As you get familiar with the game and use your imagination, you will be able to design your own outfield drills. Softball Outfield […]

Softball Offense Defense Drill
Softball Drills

Softball Outfield Crow Hop Drill

Using a crow hop from the outfield will create momentum on the throw which will create more velocity on the ball upon release, getting it to the plate much faster.  It is also a good […]

Softball Offense Defense Drill
Softball Drills

Softball Outfield Around The Ball Drill

The Softball Outfield Around The Ball Drill is a great drill to ensure that outfielders set themselves up for success in fielding a fly ball.  By getting a head start on the read, they will […]

Mental Preparation

Softball On Deck Circle

While in the softball on deck circle, there is much more to do than visiting with friends and family in the stands, or answering a question from teammates in the dugout.   Part of the job […]

Softball Periodization

Softball Hypertrophy

After the Anatomical Adaptation phase, training becomes specific to softball.  You are now working with your players on the prime movers that will maximize the performance through your strength and conditioning gains.  For this reason […]

Softball Offense Defense Drill
Softball Drills

Softball Multiple Bases Throwing Drill

Throwing under pressure is a skill that is needed for almost every play in the game.  From the first contact of the ball by the offense to their attempts to advance bases and ultimately score, […]

Softball Coaching

Softball Motor Skill Acquisition

Softball motor skill acquisition is something that we work on all the time.  The most common approach to teaching is the one way fits all which is fine for athletes who are beginning their sport […]