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Why Every Softball Pitcher Needs an Effective Changeup athlete development pitch types pitching drills pitching fundamentals Jan 26, 2023

Let’s talk Changeups!

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 c...

The Power of Triangles in Fastpitch Softball Pitching Mechanics athlete development beginner pitching pitching drills pitching fundamentals Jan 25, 2023

Focusing on body “triangles” are important in pitching and athletic movements because they provide a stable base for the body to generate power and transfer energy through the kinetic chain. Having a strong triangle formed by the legs, hips, core, and arms allows for a more efficient transfer of ene...

How to Build a DIY Softball Spin Tool for Better Pitch Spin athlete development pitch types pitching drills pitching fundamentals Jan 24, 2023

Curve & rise ball spins using the homemade ball on stick! Instructions to build this are on my FREEbies Course!

@brinley_kate dad made a whole bucket of these for me with step by step instructions how to build it! I can’t wait to share with y’all.

I might even do a few giveaways inside the Onlin...

Dedicated softball athlete training with focus and discipline while developing the mindset, work ethic, and habits required to perform at an elite level.

What Does It Take to Become an Elite Softball Athlete? athlete development goal setting leadership mental toughness Jan 13, 2023

To be an elite-level athlete, it typically takes a combination of factors such as:

Physical attributes: Elite athletes often possess superior physical attributes such as speed, strength, endurance, and agility.
Training and conditioning: Elite athletes typically have a
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Softball player giving back to the community by encouraging younger athletes and demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Giving Back to the Game: Why Every Softball Player Should Pay It Forward athlete development confidence leadership parent education Dec 13, 2022

This right here makes my heart so happy.

My first ever online client from May 2020, giving back to her community doing free pitching sessions for the littles in her area in Wisconsin. She has 3-4 girls she works with consistently and they want to pitch just like Courtney! 🫶🏽 They have a wonderful coa...

Softball pitcher practicing efficient movement patterns to develop consistent pitching mechanics, balance, and power.

How Movement Patterns Translate Into Better Fastpitch Pitching athlete development beginner pitching pitching drills pitching fundamentals Feb 15, 2022

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Build Better Pitching Mechanics from the Ground Up

Great pitching starts with repeating efficient movement patterns. Master the 7 Steps of Pitching teaches the complete mechanical sequence so pitchers can develop consistency, power, and confidence with every pitch.

Master the...

Coach D teaching a young softball pitcher while sharing her passion for athlete development, confidence, and long-term success.

Why I'm So Passionate About Helping Softball Athletes Grow athlete development confidence leadership parent education May 07, 2021

If my pitchers don’t understand the meaning behind a drill, a movement, a pattern, they won’t be able to buy into it 100%. I quiz my girls. “Why do we do this? Can you teach this to her? Who can explain the purpose behind this drill?”

If my girls can’t answer those questions, we pause and reevalua...

Softball player using a notecard to track daily goals, build positive habits, and stay focused on long-term athlete development.

The Notecard Challenge: A Simple Tool to Build Better Softball Habits athlete development confidence goal setting mental toughness Feb 21, 2021

Notecard Challenge

When I was getting recruited to play at @ksuowlssb, I was learning a lot of new information from my future pitching coach. I attended camps and clinics for a year before I verbally committed, learning a whole different coaching philosophy than I was used to. Each time I saw m...

Softball pitcher demonstrating efficient pitching mechanics that highlight the difference between simply throwing a ball and executing a fundamentally sound fastpitch delivery.

Throwing vs. Pitching: What's the Difference in Fastpitch Softball? athlete development beginner pitching pitching drills pitching fundamentals Jan 20, 2021

If you do not understand how to feel your hips and glutes activate in your motion, you need to break these movement patterns down with your pitching instructor.

Many, many, many girls come to me and the first thing they want to improve is their velocity. I ask them all the same questions, “Do you k...

Professional softball pitcher demonstrating proper mechanics while teaching different pitch types to developing fastpitch pitchers.

Tips for Teaching Different Pitches from a Professional Softball Player athlete development pitch types pitching drills pitching fundamentals Sep 30, 2020

“PRO TIP: Get really good at mastering one pitch before you move on to the next. Learn to locate your pitches well, & be able to do it consistently! 3 DOMINATE pitches are far better than 6-7 average (at best) pitches.” @ksandberg23

Parents, I promise I’m not crazy when I preach this. Your girl do...

Curve & rise ball spins using the homemade ball on stick! Instructions to build this are on my FREEbies Course!

@brinley_kate dad made a whole bucket of these for me with step by step instructions how to build it! I can’t wait to share with y’all.

I might even do a few giveaways inside the Onlin...

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Build Better Pitching Mechanics from the Ground Up

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