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Podcast Interview with Coach Kally V: Pitching, Mindset, and Athlete Development athlete development confidence leadership mental game Feb 26, 2023

#repost @coachkallyv 🙌⚠️🧐 Have you listened to episode number 34 yet!?!
It dropped last Friday 2/18/23🔥 #thisgirlisonfire

❤️BIG THANKS to my new little sister @dr3fastpitch Coach D for making the time to share her heart, time and energy with me any all of you!! She is definitely pursuing her calling...

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Do You Want a Motivated or Disciplined Softball Player? athlete development confidence leadership mental toughness Feb 25, 2023

Send all your pitching questions to [email protected] & I’ll answer them on this podcast! Also, nominate a player of the week to be featured!!!❤️🥎

@fastpitchprep Coaches all say they want motivated players. The discussion today revolves around the fact that motivation is not a constant. What ...

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Thank You, Monica Abbott: Lessons Every Softball Player Can Learn athlete development confidence leadership mental game Feb 22, 2023

One of my BIGGEST inspirations in this game retired from throwing flames, but will remain a HUGE inspiration on the other side of the chalk.

@monicaabbott, thank YOU for everything you’ve done for this game of softball throughout your amazing career. For me personally, you helped little 9 year old ...

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DR3 Fastpitch at the 2022 NFCA Convention athlete development leadership parent education performance training Feb 08, 2023

First @nfcaorg convention complete! 

I have been in softball heaven since the moment I got here! The little girl inside of me just could not believe I was in the same room with my biggest idols in this game! They have been and continue to be people I look up to throughout my playing career and now in...

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Uncommitted 2024 Wisconsin Pitcher Spotlight athlete development college softball leadership recruiting Feb 07, 2023

Uncommitted 2024 from Wisconsin @courtney.den.ruyter 

She was my FIRST out of state online pitcher. I remember her first lesson like it was yesterday. She has been a part of my entire online coaching journey and has bought into EVERYTHING I’ve thrown her way. Not only bought into it, but has used my ...

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Why Self-Awareness Is a Game-Changer for Softball Players athlete development confidence leadership mental toughness Feb 05, 2023

Self-awareness is important for elite athletes because it allows them to understand their strengths and weaknesses, set realistic goals, and adjust their training and performance strategies accordingly. Additionally, self-awareness can help athletes manage their emotions and maintain mental focus, w...

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How to Coach a Softball Player with a Disability athlete development confidence leadership parent education Feb 04, 2023

Coaching a student with a disability requires a combination of sensitivity, understanding, and adaptability. Here are some key strategies to consider when coaching a student with a disability:

  1. Learn about the student's disability: It is important to understand the student's disability and how i

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How to Prevent "Daddy Ball" in Youth Softball athlete development confidence leadership parent education Feb 03, 2023

"Daddy ball" refers to a situation in which a coach or team leader favors their own child or children over other players on the team, often giving them preferential treatment or playing time. This can create a negative and unfair environment for the other players and can lead to issues such as resen...

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The Biggest Challenges Student-Athletes Face in College athlete development college softball leadership mental toughness Feb 02, 2023

Student-athletes at the college level face a number of challenges and struggles, some of which include:

  1. Balancing academics and athletics: College student-athletes are expected to maintain a high level of academic performance while also dedicating a significant amount of time to their sport. Th

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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:

  1. Physical attributes: Elite athletes often possess superior physical attributes such as speed, strength, endurance, and agility.

  2. Training and conditioning: Elite athletes typically have a

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