DR3 Fastpitch Blog

If your daughter gets nervous before games, let me start by saying this clearly:

That does not mean she’s weak.
That does not mean she’s unprepared.
And it definitely does not mean something is wrong with her.

Pressure shows up because athletes care.

And caring is a good thing.

One of the biggest ...

Why Pitchers Need Support and Accountability at Home

Pitching should never feel lonely.

The pitchers who grow the most don’t do it alone — they have structure, accountability, and people who believe in them on the hard days.

When parents understand mechanics, arm care, practice structure, and the...

Pitcher and catcher are often called the power positions — and for good reason.

Pitchers control the pace, speed, and movement of the game. Catchers manage the defense, call pitches, and lead communication. These roles naturally attract young athletes who want responsibility, challenge, and leaders...

In today’s game, it’s tempting to chase the next pitch, the next milestone, the next shiny number.

But Coach D is here to say it loud:

More pitches doesn’t make you elite. Better command does.

Adding too fast can backfire—leading to injury, frustration, and burnout. Rushing mastery just for t...

It’s easy to scroll through social media, see everyone announcing new pitches and velocity PRs, and feel like your daughter is falling behind.

But here’s the truth: faster isn’t always better.

Coach D knows it firsthand—after seven injuries in seven years, all from pushing too hard, too soon. The ...

Every season I see it—girls with cannon arms, quick instincts, and the ability to perform under pressure.

Now picture those same athletes using that skill set on the flag football field. The crossover is incredible. Quarterback footwork mirrors pitcher mechanics. Route running sharpens focus and ag...

We all want to win. But if we’re not careful, we’ll raise a generation of players who think winning justifies bad behavior.

Stealing signs, heckling the other team, celebrating errors—none of this makes a team “competitive.” It just makes them unpleasant. Real competitiveness means playing hard, st...

Feeling stuck in a pitching rut? It happens to the best of us. Whether it's a lack of motivation, stagnant progress, or simply feeling uninspired, inertia can hinder your performance on the softball field. But fear not, here are 5 tips to help you break through inertia and reignite your passion for ...

Softball pitching isn't just about the physical act of throwing a ball. It's about communication, confidence, and connection—elements that are heavily influenced by our body language. Did you know that only 7% of communication is verbal? The rest is conveyed through our body language.

Here are 7 es...

Are you feeling stuck in your softball pitching journey? Overcome inertia with these 5 actionable tips to reignite your passion and propel your game forward.

Update Your Skills: Just like updating your resume, review your pitching skills. Are you proud of your recent accomplishments on the mound? I...