This is taken from Week #15 Inside the Online Pitching Membership!:Â
Now, we know what physically being flexible means... But what about mentally being flexible?
Flexibility of mindset is important for elite athletes because it allows them to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected challe...
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...
Student-athletes at the college level face a number of challenges and struggles, some of which include:
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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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In softball, time can be considered the biggest enemy because the clock is always ticking, and the game is often decided by a narrow margin. A few seconds can make the difference between winning and losing a game.
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Limited Innings: Softball games typically have 7 innings, and each team only has
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Is your daughter Mentally Tough? Does she have the skills to improve her Mental Toughness? Being Mentally Tough is required to be successful in Fastpitch Softball, and will help her with:
- Improved performance under pressure
- Increased resilience to setbacks and failures
- Better ability to maint ...
To be an elite-level athlete, it typically takes a combination of factors such as:
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Physical attributes: Elite athletes often possess superior physical attributes such as speed, strength, endurance, and agility.
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Training and conditioning: Elite athletes typically have a
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Notecard Challenge
Podcast Title: Hitting better in practice than in a game / Junior colleges / Coaches set the tone (Interview starts at 22 minutes)Â
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, ...
"Softball is a team sport. It does not matter if you are sitting on the bench or striking everyone out. It takes everyone to win the game."Â
It takes EVERYONE to win or lose a game. Not just one person... EVERYONE.  Don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Don’t dwell over striking out or making an...
