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Routine vs Reset: The Mental Skill Most Softball Players Are Missing Jan 23, 2026

One of the most common things I see when athletes struggle under pressure isn’t a mechanical issue.

It’s a mental one.

Specifically, athletes don’t understand the difference between a routine and a reset — and that confusion leads to spirals on game day.

Let’s clear that up.

What a Routine Actua...

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Why Your Daughter’s Game-Day Nerves Are Actually a Good Thing Jan 22, 2026

If your daughter gets nervous before games, let me start by saying this clearly:

That does not mean she’s weak.
That does not mean she’s unprepared.
And it definitely does not mean something is wrong with her.

Pressure shows up because athletes care.

And caring is a good thing.

One of the biggest ...

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Mastering Low-Stress Communication in Softball Pitching: The Power of Positive Intentions Apr 08, 2024

Softball pitching isn't just about physical prowess; it's also about effective communication both on and off the field.

Inside the Prodigy Pitching Academy for beginner pitchers, we understand that communication plays a vital role in the success of any pitcher. That's why we've curated three easy s...

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Common Pitching Errors with Corrections Apr 04, 2024

The small details can make the biggest differences with your consistency 🫶🏽

I’d love to help you #LevelUP at home training inside my Prodigy Pitching Academy for beginners or #NextLevel Pitching Academy for Intermediate & Advanced pitchers 🥎❤️💯🔥

https://www.dr3fastpitch.com/dr3-fastpitchu

#Deep...

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Alternative Drill for Walk/Run Ins Apr 01, 2024

Don’t let this video fool you, it takes everyone about 3-5 reps to feel the timing & rhythm of this drill 🤪

Try these out! Time to add a lil more style & pattern work into your walk/jog/run throughs 🫶🏽

#DeepBreath #NextPitch #LevelUP #Fastpitch #Softball #Pitching

Prodigy Pitching Academy for Beg...

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Proper Pitching Body Alignment Nov 10, 2023
Powerline or External Spine?! 
 
Understanding proper body alignment is #IMPORTANT in order to generate maximum velocity & accuracy.
 
I’d love to teach you more inside my Online Pitching Membership!
 
Thank you @mcknight_softball_instruction for introducing me to the term “External Spine”.
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50% off Fall Sale!!! Oct 21, 2023
The littles have my heart!😍 50% off Fall Sale for my Pitching 101 course for beginner parents, pitchers, & coaches 🥎 I’d love to help kick start your pitching journey ❤️ 
 
@performancepitch whip tool is perfect for beginner pitchers for underhand FEELS & all softball players for overhand FEELS 🥎
 
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Miss Sophia - In Person Lesson Tips Oct 19, 2023

Sofia working on separation & whip patterns 🥎

 
Focusing on her hips leading and staying stacked through release 💯
 
Struggling with getting your absolutes down? Check out my Online Membership, 3 Day Free Trial 🥎
 
Grow Your IQ this Fall/Winter 💯💯💯 Learn about: 
 
🥎Ground Force
-Where Does Power C...
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Ground Force & Whip Pitching Drills Sep 29, 2023
Ground force & whip focus for these two! 💯💯💯 Fine tuning their ABSOLUTES as highschool season is in full swing! Interested in learning more about the Absolutes of Pitching? Check out my Online Pitching Membership 2.0 👀🔥💯💪🏽
 
10th grade Online Members @brinley_kate & @ashlyncarltonnn working hard preparing...
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The Absolutes for Better Landing & Delivery! Sep 27, 2023
Working with 10u Pitcher Miss Grayson, going over a few absolutes to help fine tune her landing & delivery 🥎
 
She’s using the @performancepitch & @pitchsqueak linked on my website under Partnerships/Equipment 🥎 DR3 Equipment Link
 
Want to learn more about the Absolutes of Pitching?!?! Take a loo...
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