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Training Proper Landing and Delivery in Fastpitch Softball Pitching athlete development beginner pitching pitching drills pitching fundamentals Jan 27, 2023
One of my favorite drills to train front side resistance/landing mechanics + timing of delivery. 
 
Look at her left hamstring pull in strong.  
 
Also, her leg muscles are #POPPING.  She’s worked her butt off this winter training for her freshman season this fall at @berry_softball. 
 
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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...
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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...
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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...

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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...

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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...

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Coach D's Everything Fastpitch Podcast Interview: Pitching, Mindset & Athlete Development athlete development leadership mental toughness pitching fundamentals Sep 30, 2020

Podcast Title: Hitting better in practice than in a game / Junior colleges / Coaches set the tone (Interview starts at 22 minutes) 

Coach D's Podcast Interview

 


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If you enjoyed this interview, continue learning with Coach D on the Beyond the Diamond podcast, ...

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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...

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Start Strengthening Your Hands and Forearms Today arm care injury prevention performance training pitching fundamentals Sep 08, 2020

Hi! I see a lot of you asked what HANDii Bands are. I wanted to provide more information. Feel free to pass this along to your travel/rec coaches! I believe these would be a great addition to your pre-practice/pre-game warm-up routines! Also, these are awesome for ALL position players, not just pitc...

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Coach D's Favorite Fastpitch Softball Pitching Training Tools athlete development performance training pitching drills pitching fundamentals Mar 29, 2020

For everyone asking, here are a few of my favorite every day tools I use during lessons 🔥💯💪🏼

Perfect Christmas presents for your pitchers! Let me know if you have any questions about these 🤗
HANDii Power Hands - grip, finger, wrist, forearm strength ($16.89 + 11% off discount “DR3”):
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