High School Softball Tryout Tips
In the next month or so, about 40,000 high school players will be trying out for Varsity, JV, B-Squad, and 9th Grade teams. Tryout time can be stressful for players, parents, and coaches alike. Here are some tips to help players put their best foot forward during the process. Control Your Controllables There are some things you can’t always control […]
Tips to the Club Softball Player Heading into High School Softball
Here are some tips that will help you make the most of the High School Season. I am lucky enough to coach both Club and High School and I truly believe a player that participating in both programs is going to gain an advantage over players only playing in Club Softball or High School Softball. […]
Controlling Your Controllables
Softball players have a tremendous amount of stress on themselves playing a sport that is filled with failure. A Successful Hitter might hit .333 if they are playing against strong competition. That means the best hitters are failing 2 out of every 3 at bats. Instead of letting players think that they are successful when […]
Take First Base Coaching to the Next Level
Checking out the Field 1. How far are their fences? 2. How far is the 1st base fence from first base? 3. How good is their pitching? 4. How good is their catcher? 5. How good is their steal coverage? 6. Do they back up at 100%? 7. Do they back up at 50% 8. […]
The Great North Disadvantage
Teams from northern states have long faced a competitive disadvantage compared to those in the South—especially when it comes to softball. In Minnesota, we realistically get just over six months of outdoor playing time. While April through mid-October are typically playable, both months can be unpredictable with cold, rain, or even snow. That leaves athletes […]
Fear of Failure: The Biggest Obstacle to Success
The biggest thing that gets in the way of success is the fear of failing. In fastpitch softball, failure isn’t just possible—it’s guaranteed. The best hitters in the game fail 6 out of 10 times. Hitters worry about striking out. Pitchers worry about walking batters. Fielders worry about making a critical error. There is no way […]
Stealing Bases: Creating Pressure & Find the Edge
The first question you should always ask is:Do we need to steal bases to beat this team? The stronger the pitcher, the more aggressive you should be on the bases. Against elite pitching, creating pressure and manufacturing runs becomes critical. These tips are geared toward higher-level play, where we assume the catcher has a strong […]