1. Your Coaching Identity & Standards

Before systems. Before structure. Before growth.

We define who you are.

You’ll clarify:

• Your coaching philosophy

• Your non-negotiables

• The environment you want athletes to feel in your presence

• The standards that will define your program

Strong coaching starts with identity. When you know who you are, your athletes feel it.

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2. Structured, Intentional Player Development

Winging it creates confusion. Structure builds results.

You’ll learn how to:

• Design lessons that create measurable progress

• Adjust for beginner, intermediate, and advanced athletes

• Assess mechanical, mental, and emotional readiness

• Avoid over-coaching or rushing development

• Think 2–3 years ahead instead of chasing short-term wins

We are not coaching for today’s result.
We are coaching for long-term dominance.

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3. Communication That Builds Buy-In (Athletes & Parents)

Great coaches don’t avoid hard conversations. They lead them.

You’ll develop:

• Professional parent communication systems

• Clear expectation-setting frameworks

• Language that builds confidence instead of pressure

• Emotional regulation strategies for high-stress moments

• Delivery skills that create buy-in instead of shutdown

You’ll also observe live player-focused communication sessions so you can see — in real time — how mental skills are simplified for youth athletes.

Because what you say matters.
How you say it matters more.

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4. Emotional Intelligence on the Field

Mechanics matter. Emotions determine execution.

In 2026, we focus heavily on:

• Recognizing personality types

• Coaching through frustration and fear

• Managing confidence swings

• Teaching reset routines and composure

• Leading when tension is high

Leadership shows up most when emotions run high.
This is where good coaches separate from great ones.

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5. Teaching the Mental Game with Confidence

Confidence isn’t random. It’s trained.

You’ll gain practical tools to:

• Teach reset routines

• Build pre-performance systems

• Strengthen composure under pressure

• Develop resilient athletes who recover quickly

Even if no one ever taught you the mental game — you’ll leave confident teaching it.

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6. Culture, Standards & Athlete Loyalty

Your culture speaks before you do.

We will define:

• The standards you want your athletes known for

• The behaviors you tolerate vs. correct

• How to create accountability without fear

• How to build loyalty and long-term retention

Culture drives reputation.
Standards build respect.

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7. Sustainability & Coaching Longevity

You cannot pour into athletes if you are running on empty.

We address:

• Burnout prevention

• Energy management

• Healthy scheduling

• Separating identity from outcomes

• Protecting your passion long-term

Growth is important.
Longevity is essential.

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8. Scaling Your Impact & Building Legacy

Impact is intentional.

In our final phase of the year, we shift toward:

• Expanding your influence

• Strengthening your community reputation

• Identifying your niche

• Building systems that allow you to grow without losing quality

• Creating a long-term coaching roadmap

Legacy is built one intentional decision at a time.

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How the Mentorship Works

Monthly Live Coaching Calls

• First Tuesday of each month

• 12:00 PM Eastern

• 60-minute live sessions

• Real scenarios. Real coaching conversations. Real growth.

Replays are available inside the app (with select live-only training opportunities).

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The DR3 Fastpitch App Experience

Everything lives inside the DR3 Fastpitch App, including:

• A private mentorship-only community

• All call recordings organized in one place

• Ongoing discussions and coach support

• Resources and tools released throughout the year

This is not just content.
It’s a coaching community.

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Private Coaching Community

Inside this mentorship, you will:

• Learn alongside growth-minded coaches

• Share wins and challenges

• Ask questions in a judgment-free environment

• Build real relationships within the softball world

Isolation kills growth. Community fuels it.

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Access to DR3 Certified Coaches

You’ll also gain access to coaches who completed certification + mentorship in prior years.

Learn from:

• Their real-world implementation

• Their mistakes

• Their adjustments

• Their results

Growth multiplies when learning comes from multiple perspectives.

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Athlete Tracking Tools & Resources

You’ll receive:

• Simple athlete tracking systems

• Development progress frameworks

• Lesson structuring templates

• Tools you can apply immediately

Clarity removes overwhelm.
Structure creates confidence.

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Optional Affiliate Opportunities

We will discuss ethical, coach-first affiliate opportunities within DR3 Fastpitch programs.

Optional.
Value-driven.
Integrity-focused.

No pressure. No gimmicks.

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Mentorship-Only Giveaways & Bonuses

Throughout the year, mentorship coaches may receive:

• Program access

• Bonus resources

• Special opportunities

Based on participation, engagement, and leadership within the community.

We reward coaches who show up.

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Coach D’s Mission for 2026

This mentorship is about becoming more — not doing more.

My goal is to create a space where coaches:

• Grow as leaders

• Serve athletes with confidence

• Communicate clearly

• Build sustainable systems

• Feel supported instead of isolated

You don’t need more noise.
You need clarity.

If you’re ready to coach with intention, lead with confidence, and build something that lasts — 2026 is your year.