DR3 Fastpitch Blog
 One deep breath can change everything.
It sounds simple—almost too simple—but in high-pressure moments, it can be the difference between spiraling and stabilizing.
As the season approaches, parents often focus on physical readiness: reps, conditioning, mechanics. But some of the most important to...
One of the most powerful mental skills in softball has nothing to do with strength, speed, or mechanics.
It’s called short memory.
And it can completely change how an athlete performs under pressure.
What “Short Memory” Really Means
Short memory does NOT mean ignoring mistakes.
It means:
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One of the most powerful mental skills in softball has nothing to do with strength, speed, or mechanics.
It’s called short memory.
And it can completely change how an athlete performs under pressure.
What “Short Memory” Really Means
Short memory does NOT mean ignoring mistakes.
It means:
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L
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If your daughter wants to throw harder, with better control — this is what needs to click:
1. Wind-Up
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Leg lift
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Hip separation
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Shoulder rotation
This phase sets the tone for rhythm and momentum.
2. Stride
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Transfers energy from back leg to front
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Builds power from the grou
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