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Softball Practice Drills - Relay Handoff

softballdrills — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:28:36 +0100

Purpose: To teach the importance of squeezing the softball in the glove while running.

Procedure: In this softball practice drill we need one ball for each line of players,gloves. Divide the team into two (or more) even lines. The first player in each line holds one or two softballs in the glove. On the "go" command the first player in each line runs to a designated area, turns around, and runs backs to his line. After running the course the player hands the softball to the next person in line.Each person gets a chance to run with the softball. The first team to finish with the softball securely maintained in the last runner's glove wins the race. Squeezing the ball in their gloves ensures that player don't drop the ball in an intense game situation such as a rundown. Coaches may try two softballs per line, instead of just one, to speed up the drill. Runners must hand, not throw, the ball to the next person in line. Players can also run with the ball in their bare hands.

Fastpitch Softball Drills - Softball Tag

softballdrills — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:26:58 +0100

Purpose:To develop proper glove technique for squeezing? the ball when running to tag an opposing base runner.

Procedure:In this fastpitch softball drills there has to be one or two softballs in each player's glove, cones or other props to designate the playing field. Mark off the playing area on the softball diamond. Choose one player to be "it."On the "go" command the player who is it tries to tag the other players within the confined area without dropping the ball or balls from the glove. A tagged player must sit down. As more and more players are tagged cut, the coach moves the cones in to reduce the size of the playing field and to keep the pace of the game quick. Players should keep their heads up looking at the player
they're chasing and their gloves squeezed tightly as they run with the softball.

Softball Fielding Drills - Circle Drill

softballdrills — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:07:26 +0200

Purpose: To improve concentration when fielding a ball

Procedure: Equipment required several softballs, gloves.Players form a large circle with plenty of space between them,The coaches standing outside of the circle, throws a ground ball to a player to start the softball fielding drill.The player catches the ball and then throws a ground ball to any player in the circle except for those very close to him. The next player throws a ground ball to someone else in the circle.After each catch, the coach yells out the number of times in a row the team has caught the ball without errors.The coach then adds a second ball to the drill.

Softball Fielding Drills - Reaction Dril...

softballdrills — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:47:18 +0200

Purpose: To test and develop a player's reaction time when softball fielding an oncoming ball

Procedure: Place four cones in a square with 10 to 15 feet between cones.The coach stands in the center of the square, and the first player stands next to a corner cone facing away from the coach.The coach throws a tennis ball toward the player, then immediately gives the "go' command's. On the "go" command, the player turns and reacts to the ball, trying to make the catch.After catching the ball, the player drops it on the ground next to him.The player runs to the next cone, turns toward the coach, who has already thrown a ball in his direction, and tries to react to the tennis ball in the air before making the catch.When the first player has been to an four cones, it is the next player's turn.

Softball Practice Drills - Movement

softballdrills — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:17:54 +0200

Purpose:Pitchers strive to add movement to their pitches and variety to their softball pitching repertoire.

Procedure:Pitchers should play catch with another pitcher as part of the daily warm-up. Pitchers throw from the mound with the goal of adding late movement to each pitch—either in and out or down (way from the batter's hands). To add movement to
the pitch use different Grips (fingers on or off the seams), vary ball placement in the hand (e.g. choke it for a changeup), and use different pressure points on the ball, applying more pressure for increased movement and less for more velocity. Changing speeds with breaking pitches (changeup, curve or slider) can throw off a hitters timing, especially his/her stride. Pitchers can focus on developing their aptitude for the essential skills of pitch selection and focus, control (strikes) and command (location), movement and changing speeds, velocity, and getting people out These skills can be developed in a variety of ways. Experiment each day with a different grip, ball placement, or pressure point. Keep the same arm speed but use a different arm angle. Try for movement with a different pitch on each throw. Ask hitters for feedback. See what the other pitchers on your team are doing. Work with the coaches. Always maintain proper mechanics, balance, and follow through when performing any type of softball pitching drill. And remember that the most important pitch is Strike 1!

Softball Throwing Drills - Flick Drill

softballdrills — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:15:02 +0200

Purpose: To practice good wrist action.To observe good rotation of the softball.

Procedure:Players set up with a partner or a target at a distance of 7 to 10 feet, with one softball. Apply a proper four-seam grip to the ball. Your glove will support your throwing elbow at dual height. Your elbow will be bent 90 degrees, Cock your wrist so the ball faces the sky. The ball should be in a position above eye level. From this starting position,flick the ball to the target using only your wrist.This softball throwing drill is also effective for pitchers as they develop new pitches such as the curve ball or circle change.

Softball drills - Glove On Bat Drills.

softballdrills — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:53:34 +0200

Purpose: To receive the ball with the bat,softball hitting.

Procedure: Place your glove on the end of the bat. As with the bunting stick, attempt to receive the ball in the glove. Rock back To catch the softball.Check for proper grip. Stress the proper mechanics throughout the bunting drill, bunt strikes only. Balls should be thrown at half distance or game-like velocity.

Fastpitch softball drills - The Bunting...

softballdrills — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:50:15 +0200

Purpose: To receive the ball with the bat.

Procedure:Cut off the last eight inches of the top or barrel of a wooden bar and attach a lacrosse stick pocket to the end. Or use a lacrosse stick for the bunting drill, making sure it's not too long Try to catch the ball in the netting. Rock back to receive the ball.Check for proper grip. Stress the proper mechanics throughout the drill. Bunt strikes only. Balls should be thrown at half distance or game-like velocity.

Fastpitch softball drills - The Bunting...

softballdrills — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:48:11 +0200

Purpose: To receive the ball with the bat.

Procedure:Cut off the last eight inches of the top or barrel of a wooden bar and attach a lacrosse stick pocket to the end. Or use a lacrosse stick for the <a href=http://www.softballperformance.com/softball-drills/category/bunting/>Bunting Drill</a>, making sure it's not too long Try to catch the ball in the netting. Rock back to receive the ball.Check for proper grip. Stress the proper mechanics throughout the drill. Bunt strikes only. Balls should be thrown at half distance or game-like velocity.

Softball Pitching Tips: Team Softball Pi...

softballdrills — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:22:57 +0200

Purpose: During a softball pitching session, accomplish the many variations. First work on the proper techniques, then loosen the arm up, progress to long toss, and conclude with specialties.

Procedure: Equipment required is a softballs gloves, and home plates (can also use white towels). This drill is for 9 years and up.Rules are Partner up. Start with the proper grip while holding the glove out front just under eye level. Continue at each formation until the group leader switches the discipline. Points that you need to Consider: Turn with the ball and glove, make a smooth transfer behind the back, get the ball above the throwing shoulder, rotate back, tuck the glove, snap the ball out from beyond the head, continue the body forward, swing the back leg through, and be in a balanced fielding position.
Perform each drill according to the desired discipline, each completed with a throw.
1.2 knee : Work on the hip pivot,
2.1 knee : Glove-side foot in front; work on bringing the ball back and up.
3.1 Leg: Glove-side leg in front with a wide stance; work on transfer and swinging the back leg through.
4.Stretch: Feet shoulders width apart facing either first or third base; work on striding to the plate and weight shift.
5.Wind-up. Work on a small step back, the balance point, and coordination throughout.

Softball Catcher Drills - Foul Ball Comm...

softballdrills — Mon, 25 May 2009 06:12:32 +0200

Purpose: To improve communication between the softball catcher , pitcher, first baseman, and third baseman on the location of foul balls.

Procedure: The catcher, pitcher, first baseman, and third baseman are at their defensive positions. The head coach is behind the catcher at home plate. The head coach throws a foul ball in the direction of first base, third base, or the middle. The infielders visualize home plate as being divided into three areas: 1 , M, 3. If the foul ball goes to the third base side, behind or in front of home plate, the infielders call "up 3", which lets the catcher know to turn to the third base side. It's the responsibility of the defensive player on the foul ball side to call the play. For example, if the ball goes to the third base side of home plate, the third baseman should call "up 3"

Outfield Drills for Softball - Long Toss...

softballdrills — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:43:04 +0200

Purpose: To improve the outfielder's arm strength and throwing accuracy for softball fielding .

Procedure: Two players stand around one hundred feet apart and toss the ball back and forth between them. The player throwing the ball should throw the ball so that the receiving player doesn't have to take more than one step to catch it. The player making the throw should retreat two steps after making the throw. The player should throw the ball with a flat trajectory - never higher than twenty feet. When throwing the ball, the player should execute the crow hop toward her teammate.

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softballdrills — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 13:25:53 +0200

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softballdrills — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:41:28 +0200

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