20 Jul Starting Slow And Early
This title comes from the mouth of Jose Bautista of the Blue Jays. In his own words, the video explains what “start slow and early” means and how that concept transformed his career. ...
Author: strikezoneacademy
11 Jul How to Use Jump-Over Thinking to Deal with Criticism
Softball is filled with critics – people in the stands, or the dugouts, and often in our own heads. Learn how to handle that negative talk so it doesn’t hurt your play! “Don’t pop up”, “Keep your back shoulder up”, “Just Throw Strikes”, “Quit Throwing it Away!”...
11 Jul Pinch the Middle For Middle Infielders
Today’s video tip is Part 2 of the very important responsibility for middle infielders when there are runners on base. To see Part 1, click HERE. Today’s tip focuses on a common mistake made AFTER this responsibility is over and how to correct it. ...
27 Jun Stride: Improving your Throwing or Pitching Stride
Posted By Cindy Bristow Need some help firming up your players stride, either in their throwing or pitching? Then here’s a drill that works great. Have your player stand on a baseball mound and either throw overhand or underhand down the mound (using whichever motion they...
27 Jun Pinching The Middle For Middle Infielders – Part 1
Today’s video tip is about the VERY IMPORTANT and MANDATORY responsibility of both middle infielders whenever there are runners on base. It’s one of the many things a well-coached team will do without being told. ...
20 Jun 5 Ways Champions Keep Their Heads in the Game
The biggest difference between champion softball players and everyone else who plays softball is that champions control their minds – they don’t let their minds control them. Discover how you can have a champion’s mindset. Have you ever made a bad play and felt really bad about...
20 Jun How To Teach Soft Hands On Defense
Having infielders who have nice, soft hands on ground balls can feel like a gift from heaven. The question is, can you teach a player to have soft hands? I’m sure there is a huge genetic component to all this but I believe there are things you...
13 Jun What Should Go On In Dugouts During Games
Posted by Cindy Bristow Controlling your team’s environment during games starts in the dugout. So make sure you know how your dugout can help you win more games. I’m often asked what everyone should be doing in the dugout during games. From players to coaches to trainers to...
13 Jun You Cannot Develop A Change-Up In A Bullpen
In today’s video tip, Coach McCreary explains the only way a young pitcher can truly develop an effective change-up. ...
06 Jun The Truth About Wrist Snaps In Pitching
Quit wasting time doing snap drills that might not help your pitcher. Find out instead what will really make a difference when it comes to wrist snap in pitching. I know I’m going against everything you’ve ever learned about pitching when I say that wrist snap isn’t important....