Everything Fastpitch - The Podcast

Warmup SegmentWarmup SegmentListener Question: Is it important to be part of a large organization? (@14:52)Paige's Power Play: Even dads understand that the mental game is important.(@23:38)Coach Tory and Coach Don take opposite sides on the major changes that have been made in the game of softball. (@27:27)Hitters need to understand the ingredients in a good swing and what is making them successful day after day. If they don't understand what, it will always remain a mystery. (@47:17)Benefits of reflection. (@54:35)Support the show

We hear it all the time. Well team X is practicing even though the weather is atrocious, so we need to. Team X is playing in tournaments every weekend so we must. Just because other teams are doing something does not necessarily mean it is best for your team. Make decisions based upon what makes your team better at the end.Support the show

This week's lineupWarmup SegmentListener Question: How much should a 10U team practice? (@9:28)Paige's Power Play: Prepare for a new year (@15:12)Is it important for teammates to be friends? (@18:25)Why is bunting rare now? (@28:03)Body language is important (@33:01)Support the show

In our game we use items that can turn into weapons. Bats and balls can do serious damage to humans. Coaches have to have safety procedures that everyone knows and be willing to hand out consequences to individuals that do not adhere to them.Support the show

This week's lineupWarmup SegmentListener Question: Group vs Individual Lessons (@8:25)Paige's Power Play: Creating a vision board (@15:30)NCAA proposal on paying athletes (@18:46)Another NCAA Recruiting Term (@33:58)Why we should enjoy coaching (@39:23)Support the show

The coaches discuss how to tell if it is time to retire from the coaching ranks. There are several things to consider and a decision that all coaches at all levels have to make.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: Is it really beneficial to be the home team? (@20:08)Paige's Power Play; Vision Board Workshop (@24:20)Another NCAA Recruiting Period definition (@28:54)Pickup Players (@35:13)Coaches and Parents need to understand what a player is working on during lessons. (@47:43)Support the show

This week we followup from our discussion last week about players playing multiple sports. Last week we primarily discussed the transition from season to season and the overlap. This week we discuss dealing with players that play other sports that coincide with softball and the problems that creates.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: Coaches want a smaller player to use a 33" bat. Is this the right decision? (@14:52)Paige's Power Play: Don't be afraid to go first! (@22:13)Good player is not a good practice player. What can I do? (@27:06)Club Softball in College is a good option. (@39:13)Unseen leaders in softball and business (@46:29)Support the show

Many softball players play other sports and seasons overlap now more than ever. We need to take this into consideration and plan activities for the individual player based upon what they are doing in another sport. You have to help them during transitions and overlaps to prevent injuries, fatigue and just being tired.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: How much will allowing leaping change the game? (@12:38)Paige's Power Play: How to avoid having a mistake turning into a bad day.(@18:17)Are there any places that are softball dead spots? (@21:55)Coaches pay attention to changes in the game. (@30:27)Support the show

To be properly prepared, a coach needs a master list of everything that needs to be covered in getting a team ready for the season. Then they need to keep a punch list of things that need to be improved. This helps in creating a practice plan and to keep things from falling through the cracks.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: Why are college coaches not very interested in 16U teams now? (@13:51)Paige's Power Play: Benefits of a year's mentorship. (@19:43)NCAA terms explained (@24:18)Impact of negative comments (@32:14)Developing players and employees (@40:35)Support the show

We need to understand a player's individual mental makeup and expectations. Their individual characteristics has to be considered in coaching and teaching players. We have to get them to understand the game fully and comprehend what is good and bad.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: On every team there are players that are prospects and some are suspects. Are they handled differently? (@13:57)Paige's Power Play: How to help you athlete feel empowered. (@19:01)D1 school adding Softball (@22:56)The game doesn't care about feelings. (@31:03)Problem players and parents and their impact. (@40:19)Link to MagicMind Discount Code:" fastpitch20"Support the show

Sometimes coaches spend a lot of time talking about how to improve a skill or handle a situation. Talking can be helpful if it paints a picture for the recipient so that they can visualize it, otherwise it is of minimal benefit. The message is - spend more time performing the skills than talking about them. And learn how to explain things better.Support the show

This week's lineupWarmup SegmentListener Question: Is it a waste of time at practice for outfielders to practice in the infield or vice versa?(@12:18)Paige's Power Play: Notes from an interview with a former collegiate soccer player. (@22:24)Interview with Tommy Moffitt, one of the nation's premier strength and conditioning coaches .   Bio:  @28:17)Doing better next time! (@1:20:06)MagicMindSupport the show

 A small physical adjustment sometimes is a useful tool to help a player that is struggling. The coaches discuss how to help players understand this concept.Support the show

This week's lineup:Warmup SegmentListener Question: What's the best way to announce a lineup? (@10:10)Paige's Power Play; Trust, Trust, Trust (@15:57)Second part of interview with Justin McLeod (@21:08)Fundamental changes in College Recruiting (@34:16)Keeping enthusiasm with a struggling team (@44:21)Support the show

We have finished our tour around the field discussing coaching the different defensive positions. But we need to consider the importance of the DP/Flex and bench players and how we need to train them.Support the show