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All About Changeups: A Complete Guide for Softball Pitchers changeup performance pitching mechanics pitching tips Nov 17, 2023

At any level, specifically the elite level, it is important to mix speeds and have a good changeup because it increases the chances of getting the batter to make an out. A good changeup can disrupt the timing of the batter, making it more difficult for them to make solid contact with the ball. Addit...

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Online Pitching Membership: Helping Softball Pitchers Worldwide Improve Their Game athlete development online membership online pitching lessons pitching Nov 13, 2023
Blessed to work with pitchers across the world virtually & inside my Online Pitching Membership 
 
3 day Free Trial! I’d love to help you #LEVELUP this off-season!
 
 
#DeepBreath #NextPitch #LEVELUP
 

Train With Coach D From Anywhere in the World

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Proper Body Alignment for Softball Pitchers body alignment injury prevention pitching fundamentals pitching mechanics 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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Off-Season Preparation for Softball Pitchers: Build Your Best Season Yet athlete development off-season training pitching mechanics strength & conditioning Nov 07, 2023

 It’s time to #LEVELUP this off-season! I’d love to help guide you on this journey!!

 
 
#DeepBreath #NextPitch 
 

Win the Off-Season. Dominate the Season
 

Championship seasons are built during the off-season. Coach D's 7 Steps of Pitching give...

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Film Day at DR3 Fastpitch: Creating New Pitching Content for Athletes dr3 fastpitch online pitching lessons pitching drills pitching education Nov 04, 2023
10 hour film day complete! Can’t wait to share with you all!
 
#DeepBreath #NextPitch #LevelUP
 

 
 
Super exciting things in the works for the 2024 DR3 Fastpitch family!! Keep an eye out for new releases and special content to drop in the new year!! 
 
What content do you want to see thro...
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The Mentality Series Part 2: Embracing Change for Pitching Success #mindset athlete development mental game mental toughness Nov 01, 2023

Check out our first part of The Mentality Series to catch up on what you missed! The Mentality Series 1


Embracing Change: The Key to Athletic Success

Change is the only constant in sports, and elite athletes know how to adapt. In this blog post, we delve into the importance of adaptability in an...

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The Flexible Mindset Series Part 1: Developing a Champion's Mindset athlete development growth mindset mental game mental toughness Oct 29, 2023

The Foundation of Mental Flexibility in Athletics

Flexibility in sports goes beyond physical prowess; it's about having a flexible mindset. In this blog post, we explore the core principles of mental flexibility that are essential for elite athletes. We'll dive into the significance of being open t...

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At-Home Online Pitching Membership Setup Ideas for Softball Players at-home training online pitching lessons pitching drills pitching equipment Oct 27, 2023
Many questions about at home set ups for my online membership pitchers & live lessons this fall/winter! This is a great example & one I share often to spark ideas for garages, basements, bonus rooms, etc. I’ve worked with over 1200 pitchers virtually in the last 3.5 years and have seen so many diffe...
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FREE E-Book: Navigating Puberty as a Female Athlete athlete development female athlete puberty sports parenting Oct 25, 2023

Don't forget to get you FREE download of Coach D's E-Book, From Growth Spurts to Curveballs: Navigating Puberty in Fastpitch Softball.

Check out our post about what Coach D walks you through in her book to help your daughter #LEVELUP and become the best athlete she can be!  >> The Challenges of Nav...

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The Importance of Proper Body Movements in Fastpitch Pitching body movement fastpitch softball injury prevention pitching mechanics Oct 23, 2023
This is how we do it 
 
This video speaks for itself 
 
I highly encourage all pitchers & pitching families to research how to properly move your body. Find an instructor who knows how to protect your body and teach you safe movement patterns. 
 
I’m guilty of not knowing this information unti...
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