National Fastpitch Coaches Association

The Journey of a Pitcher's Development

• Defining terminology
• What to expect
• Prospect responsibilities
• The role of the parent
• 'Truths and myths' 
• Defining scholarships
• Social media
• Eligibility center & NLI

Pitcher Development: On Boarding and the College Years

Challenging Your Pitching Staff During Practice

A Systematic Approach to Pitching Success 

We matched an unprecedented year with unprecedented access to education. With more content than ever before, this full Convention package will bring you the drills, strategies, and best practices to enhance your team in every way. Insights on pitching, offense, defense, player management, and more are waiting for you today.

That resumé got you the interview … now what? Listen in as two new hires, Dr. Megan Brown and Lacy Wood, share their experiences in interviewing and offer you tips for preparing and acing your next interview.

From international-competition glory to dominance at Oregon and a newfound emergence at Texas, Mike White continues to redefine success on the softball diamond. Now, Mike’s daughter, Nyree White, has carved her niche into the development of young pitchers. Join this father-daughter duo as they show you the New Zealand way of developing the next generation of softball pitchers.

Winning and culture go hand in hand. Luckily for you, Dan McDonnell has a firm grasp of both, and he is going to share how he builds the culture of his program every day. In 13 seasons as head coach, Louisville ranked No. 1 nationally in wins with 605, including a school-record 53 wins during the record-setting 2017 season. During this span, the Cardinals have produced a consensus National Player of the Year, 38 All-Americans, 98 all-conference selections, seven conference Pitcher of the Year winners, four conference Player of the Year winners, and one conference Freshman of the Year. 

Do you ever see pitching data and wonder, “What does that even mean?” We hear you. Velocity, movement, spin rate, spin efficiency, spin direction … it is a lot to decipher. Enter Nate Walker. Nate has spent his professional career understanding sabermetrics and is here to help you better use this information for player development and evaluation, no matter what level you coach.

You aren’t known as one of the most aggressive offensive coaches in the game by accident. Come learn about the strategy and intentionality that Indiana softball and head coach Shonda Stanton brings to the batter's box, basepaths, and, most importantly, the mindset of the athlete.

Are you trying to figure out the best way to create your resumé or give it a much-needed facelift? Come listen as Princeton University’s Kathleen Manheimer explains how your resumé can help set you apart from the pack in today’s competitive job market.

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at North Carolina with NFCA Hall of Famer Donna J. Papa and head women’s soccer coach Anson Dorrance. Over her 35 years as a head coach, Papa has compiled a 1,295-724-5 record, including a 1,266-709-5 mark in 34 years at Carolina. Dorrance, the founder and architect of the women’s soccer program, has steered the Tar Heels to an NCAA-record 21 national championships. He also led the U.S. Women’s National Team to the first-ever World Cup championship in 1991. 

Listen to all the coaches in the Abbott family share how to develop youth hitters into collegiate difference-makers. 

Recruiting is more than understanding the physical gifts that an athlete has. How do you know what makes them tick? How can you assess their resilience and mental toughness? Learn how Major League Baseball, Michigan State, and Ryzer are approaching recruiting from a “moneyball” perspective, and how the change can immediately impact your culture.

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at Florida with Tim Walton and head volleyball coach Mary Wise. Entering his 16th season at the helm, Walton has guided the Gators to 794 wins, two WCWS titles, 14 NCAA Regionals, 12 Super Regionals and 10 trips to the WCWS. Mary Wise, the architect of one of the most storied programs in NCAA Division I volleyball history, is in her 30th season leading the Florida Gators. The 15-time SEC Coach of the Year has steered the Gators to 24 SEC titles, including 18 straight from 1991-2008.

Admit it, sometimes your outfielders spend more time running bases for the infield than they do honing their skills. We know there are several challenges in developing outfielders and Coach VanWagnen is here to show you options to enhance your outfield defense. Before this session begins, enjoy a brief message from NFCA Official Sponsor FieldTurf.

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at LSU with Beth Torina and head baseball coach Paul Mainieri. Heading into her 10th season, Torina has guided the Tigers to four WCWS appearances, including three straight between 2015-17. Her squads have been national semifinalists twice and averaged 45 wins per season. A four-time national coach of the year, Paul Mainieri has guided LSU to a 2009 national championship and five CWS appearances. He is No. 1 on the career wins list for active NCAA coaches and No. 9 in all-time NCAA wins with 1,467.

Listen to all the coaches in the Abbott family share how to develop youth hitters into collegiate difference-makers. 

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at South Carolina with Beverly Smith and women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley. Smith has guided the Gamecocks to a program-record seven straight NCAA Tournament appearances and its second-ever Super Regional in 2018. One of the most decorated participants in United States women’s basketball history, Staley led the program to its first-ever national title in 2017. Staley is a two-time SEC Coach of the Year and is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

You have likely heard about tunneling and how effective it can be in training your pitchers to excel. However, you may not be using the tactic to its potential. Let Coach Gascoigne from Northwestern University take you through workouts that their pitchers do everyday to ensure you are setting your pitching staff up for success.

Have you ever wanted more hours in the day? While we can’t help you find more hours in the day, Mandy Green can help you increase efficiency in a way that may make you feel like you have more time on your hands than ever before. By maximizing your systems, you can invest more time where it matters.

Abbott. Nuveman. Osterman. Venturella. Watley. OH MY. These five women have combined for numerous medals, titles, and accolades on the international stage. Join them to hear insight and never-before-told stories on what it takes to build a championship mentality. Panelists include: Monica Abbott, Stacey Nuveman, Cat Osterman, Michelle Venturella, and Natasha Watley. 

We know that your roster can change in an instant. Transfers, COVID-19, injuries, and more can play significant roles in the way you develop and recruit players. Don’t take our word for it, though, come listen to Missy Lombardi explain how she attacks the puzzle of roster development.

You don’t need a description for this one, do you? Two legends of the game share one stage and many inspiring stories in one of the most anticipated sessions of all.

Marty Tyson and the Corona Angels’ players have excelled at the highest levels. Tori Tyson has put her own stamp on the game, both as an athlete at Nebraska and now as the head coach at Howard University. Listen to all the coaches in the Tyson family share how to develop youth hitters into collegiate difference-makers. 

Every strength coach faces two significant challenges: 1) How do you get on the same page with the coaching staff to create a program that compliments what the coach teaches on the field? 2) How do you evolve and grow within the profession to ensure you are always giving the student-athletes the best opportunity to succeed? Coach Porchiazzo will address both of these points and explain strength training the Michigan way.

Have you ever been curious about what elite coaches think when they plan their practices? Get a glimpse into the details of planning and executing a high-level practice with the Texas A&M coaching staff. Before this session begins, enjoy a brief message from NFCA Official Sponsor Sports Attack. 

One of the rising stars in catching education, Caty Reeves will take you through her favorite drills and teaching methods for training your catchers. From technical skills to communication strategies, your catchers will thank you for attending this session!

The education continues with ways that you can bring reps to your hitters. Tee work, toss, and live-arm drills abound in this quick-hit session that will re-energize you and your hitters. 

Build your practice plans with the same content Coach Young uses with her Blue Devil team. From the bullpen to building a competitive edge, make sure you have your pen and paper ready for this session.

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at LSU with Beth Torina and retired women’s gymnastics head coach D-D Breaux. Heading into her 10th season, Torina has guided the Tigers to four WCWS appearances, including three straight between 2015-17. Her squads have been national semifinalists twice and averaged 45 wins per season. Breaux recently retired after 43 seasons as the longest-tenured coach of any sport in the SEC. The two-time national coach of the year led the Tigers to 18 NCAA Championship appearances in the last 19 seasons, eight NCAA Championship Finals since 2008 and 15 individual national titles since 2002.

You have seen her excel on the biggest stage. From the SEC to the WCWS, as a member of USA Softball and Athletes Unlimited, Sahvanna Jaquish has dominated every step of the way. Come find out what she does every day at practice to help her compete at the highest level.

Let’s go “Down the Hallway” at Illinois with Tyra Perry and head football coach Lovie Smith. Perry enters her sixth year with the Illini and has steered them to three NCAA Regional appearances. Smith, a longtime NFL head coach, took over the reins in 2016 and is the program’s’ first African-American head football coach. He guided the Chicago Bears to Super Bowl XLI and two NFC Championship Game appearances.

The student-athletes in your program were likely almost all born in the 2000s, and, while this means they don’t understand that phones haven’t always played music, it also means you may not understand the best way to connect with your athletes. Join us for this Growing Leaders Workshop to help understand and lead your team.

UNLV has been a mainstay in the rankings for the nation’s top defensive teams, and it is no wonder why. Kristie Fox left her own mark on the game as an NFCA All-America shortstop for Arizona. She will show you how she has taken that same personal tenacity and used it to elevate her team’s defensive prowess.

For most programs, technology can be both a blessing and a curse. Luckily for you, the trial and error of implementing new tech has already happened and the results are available for review. See some of LSU’s favorite technology for ALL budgets. Before this session begins, enjoy a brief message from NFCA Official Sponsor Diamond Kinetics.

Who doesn’t want pitching drills? As one of the highest-attended sessions, join Ashley Chastain as she shares the drills her pitchers use during individual workouts that translate to success on the field.

Championship caliber teams work seamlessly as a unit. Making that happen takes work and intentionality. Lucky for you, Kat Ihlenburg will provide you with a team-oriented drill blueprint for competitive excellence.

Jen Schroeder has spent a lot of time around youth catchers. If you ask her what skill needs the most attention, it is throwing from the knees. Maybe you’re not sure how to teach it, maybe you don’t think your players can master the skill, or maybe you just want to learn more about it. 

You asked, and she answered. After delivering one of the best Virtual Coaches Clinic sessions of the spring, Coach Browder is back with more on the short game.  This time she brings a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to train as a slapper at Ole Miss … Hotty Toddy!

Have you ever wondered how coach Heather Tarr and the University of Washington keeps churning out Olympians, National Team members, and collegiate superstars? Listen in on this unscripted roundtable to hear how these players started their Husky careers and how they have climbed to where they are now. One thing is for sure, it isn’t just about talent.

Social media accounts give people a glimpse of your personality and your program’s identity. Whether you play it close to the vest or are a little more outgoing, these very different personalities will help you leverage your brand.

Next-generation statistics are changing the way some programs play the game. From spray charts to extensive video-driven data points, defenses are betting on the numbers and using creative shifts to challenge even the best hitters. Listen to these two different perspectives on how programs can rearrange their defensive schemes to find increased success.

When the UCLA Bruins hoisted the WCWS trophy and the LA Dodgers earned the MLB title, they had one extremely important thing in common: a complete understanding of how a hitter’s body relates to their technical aspects of the swing. Industry leader Greg Rose from OnBase University will bring you this same information to assist your hitters in finding that elusive championship edge.

Good coaches become even better when they collaborate with their peers. In this case, Larissa Anderson has spent years in the world of softball, and the way she coaches her championship-caliber teams includes direct references to the game of baseball. Join this session to see how long-standing baseball instruction is easily transferable and beneficial to the softball field.

You can never have too many pitching drills! In this video, Josie Henry from Case Western Reserve shares her 12 favorite drills that you can use no matter what your facility looks like or how big (or small) your equipment budget is. 

JT D'Amico (Washington - Defense), Lisa Fernandez (UCLA - Pitching), and Samantha Ricketts (Mississippi State - Offense)

Learn alongside Larissa Anderson (Missouri - Throwing Mechanics), Sam Marder (Texas Tech - Offense), and Mike White (Texas - Pitching)

What's included?
•90 minutes of speaker presentations
•Videos, drills, philosophies and more
•30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers
•Speaker presentations

Larissa Anderson - Missouri

Shonda Stanton (Indiana University - Baserunning)

JT D'Amico - Washington

This Virtual Coaches Clinic features an ALL-HITTING lineup! Learn alongside Kenny Gajewski (Oklahoma State), Loren LaPorte (James Madison), and Katie Rietkovich Browder (Ole Miss).

For just $25 you get: 

•90 minutes of speaker presentations 

•Videos, drills, philosophies and more 

•Listen to a 30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers 

•Speaker PowerPoint presentations

Beth Torina - LSU

Kate Drohan - Northwestern

If you have been looking for a program to help you accurately score a softball game, your search is over!  The NFCA Softball Scoring Seminar is a useful tool for the fastpitch softball community. It is our goal at the NFCA to develop relevant programs to grow the game and "How do we score a softball game?" is a question continually asked by many people involved in the sport. We created and updated this course to provide an avenue for interested parties to learn to score correctly. This project originated from our NFCA All-American committees as consistent and accurate scoring is critical to ensure a quality selection process.  It is designed for coaches, sports information personnel, players, parents, and anyone else who wants to learn how to accurately score a game.   We invite you to watch this collection of videos and presentations created by various scoring experts from across the country.

Join the NFCA along with Kate Drohan (Northwestern), Jennifer Rocha (Oklahoma), and Craig Snider (Texas A&M) for quick-hit presentations on infield, pitching, and hitting. In addition to drills, practice plans, charts, and video, this download also includes the post-clinic question and answer session. Don't wait, start gearing up for your return to the diamond today!

What's included?
•90 minutes of speaker presentations
•Videos, drills, philosophies and more
•30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers
•Speaker presentations

Learn alongside Brandon Elliott (Virginia Wesleyan - Outfield), Shonda Stanton (Indiana - Base running), and Beth Torina (LSU - Pitching). 

What's included?
•90 minutes of speaker presentations
•Videos, drills, philosophies and more
•30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers
•Speaker presentations

In today's world, coaching is a tumultuous profession and oftentimes student-athlete evaluations can be a weapon used against coaches instead of a tool to improve communication, feedback, and even performance. Join Matthew Davidson, from Excellence with Integrity Institute as he explores ways in which student-athlete feedback can be a positive experience for coaches and programs.

Join the NFCA along with Jennifer Brundage (Michigan), Megan Smith (Marshall), and Tim Walton (Florida) for three quick-hit presentations on pitching, catching, and offense. Similar to Convention's "Drills, Drills, Drills" session, each 30-minute segment will help you hit the ground running once you are back on the field. Don't wait, start gearing up for your return to the diamond today!

What's included?
•90 minutes of speaker presentations
•Videos, drills, philosophies and more
•30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers
•Speaker presentations

Brandon Elliott - Virginia Wesleyan

High Level Catching Fundamentals and Drills

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Velocity, spin, mentality, bullpens, drills ... you'll learn about all of these things and more during the ALL-PITCHING Virtual Coaches Clinic! Learn alongside Trisha Ford (Arizona State), Tori Nyberg (Stanford), and Marissa Young (Duke). Whoever you are, this clinic is for YOU!

For just $25 you get: 

•90 minutes of speaker presentations 

•Videos, drills, philosophies and more 

•Listen to a 30-minute Q&A "Happy Hour" session with the speakers 

•Speaker PowerPoint presentations

No explanation needed here. If you want your lefty slappers to be a catalyst in your lineup, you have to keep them in the batter's box. Coach Iamurri's out-of-the-box thinking is a great way to ensure your short game offensive threats make the impact you need them to.

As a former member of the Men's US National Team, Division I Coach, and Head Coach of the US Women's National Team, Coach Eriksen has been a part of developing athletes at all levels. Here you can join the room as he takes a deep dive into the development of players from A to Z.

Looking for hitting drills that challenge your team that can be implemented right away? This one is for you. From bunting to working on specific pitch locations, the variety of drills will give you several options for your next practice plan.

Where else can you see two of the best short game players-turned-coaches collaborate on the ways to ignite your offensethis season? Don't put this off, you're going to want to hear what they have to say.

You can't think of UCLA without thinking about the program's rich tradition and numerous National Championships. We have all watched from the outside and wondered, what do they do as a staff to create and maintain this culture? Here is your chance. Watch Kelly Inouye-Perez, Lisa Fernandez, and Kirk Walker discuss the inner-workings of the Bruin Bubble and provide coaching insights that you can use with your own program.

We have all heard "kids these days" statements and most likely have even uttered the phrase ourselves. While it is true that today's student-athlete is different, it does not mean it is a bad thing. Join Coach Gajewski as he tells his own story about embracing today's athletes in a way that goes much deeper than the bat flip.

Increase your team's defensive prowess with drills, tips, and insights from one of the most respected coaches in the game. A solid defense is a must-have for all successful teams and this session will give you the jump start that you're looking for.

Get insight from one of the most heralded coaches in the country on what it takes to develop elite pitchers. Training both the mental and physical aspects of your pitching staff can help lead your team to new heights.

Keep your bullpen and pitching workouts fresh with insight from NCAA and Olympic standout Danielle Henderson. We all know that every pitcher is different, so why keep using the same drills over and over? Expand your library and personal database with this video, your pitching staff will thank you.

Get insight from one of the most heralded coaches in the country - Beth Torina - on what it takes to develop elite pitchers. Training both the mental and physical aspects of your pitching staff can help lead your team to new heights.

Bring your outfielders to the center of your practice plan with these skills and tips from two-time National Champion Brandon Elliott.

Increase your team's defensive prowess with drills, tips, and insights from one of the most respected coaches in the game - Bonnie Tholl. A solid defense is a must-have for all successful teams and this session will give you the jump start that you're looking for.

Hear from the University of Kentucky staff on how they took a weakness from a year ago and turned it into a focal point for improvement with their team. From run production to the mentality surrounding improvement, this message from coaches Kristine Himes and Rachel Lawson is one you can implement with your own program.

Keep your bullpen and pitching workouts fresh with insight from NCAA and Olympic standout Danielle Henderson. We all know that every pitcher is different, so why keep using the same drills over and over? Expand your library and personal database with this video, your pitching staff will thank you.

If you want your team to have less strikeouts, increased run production and an overall more dynamic offense, then this session is for you. This 360º approach from Cindy Ball-Malonewill tackle everything from communicating roles in the lineup to creating competition in practice. You won't want to miss this one.

If the keys to hitting are pitch selection and timing then you do not want to miss this segment from coach Samantha Ricketts. Get these drills today to provide your offensive production with a boost this season.

Whether you are in the middle of a polar vortex or dealing with the rain, don't let indoor practices slow down your team's progress. From maximizing your facility to simulating gameday, this session featuring Jen Walter will keep your team in peak shape throughout the year.

Hear from the University of Kentucky staff on how they took a weakness from a year ago and turned it into a focal point for improvement with their team. From run production to the mentality surrounding improvement, this message from coaches Kristine Himes and Rachel Lawson is one you can implement with your own program. 
 

If the keys to hitting are pitch selection and timing then you do not want to miss this segment from coach Samantha Ricketts. Get these drills today to provide your offensive production with a boost this season.

If you want your team to have less strikeouts, increased run production and an overall more dynamic offense, then this session is for you. This 360º approach will tackle everything from communicating roles in the lineup to creating competition in practice. You won't want to miss this one. 

Whether you are in the middle of a polar vortex or dealing with the rain, don't let indoor practices slow down your team's progress. From maximizing your facility to simulating gameday, this session will keep your team in peak shape throughout the year.

Melyssa Lombardi and Jennifer Rocha present Creating a Championship-Caliber Pitcher at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Are you an NFCA member? This video is available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Mike Candrea from the University of Arizona presents What 41 Years of Coaching Has Taught Me at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Are you confused about Pitching? Do you need to help your pitchers become mentally stronger? Could you use some great drills to help your pitcher get faster, or have better pitch movement and control? Have you ever wondered why your pitchers look great in practice and then struggle during games? If you’ve asked yourself these questions and more, then this over 3-hour session, presented live at the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) convention, is exactly what you need!

Elite pitching instructor Cindy Bristow presents this very detailed clinic on Pitching that includes: video of every drill mentioned, downloadable print ready notes, and tons of fantastic information.

You’ll learn how to simplify what you teach your pitchers and the important difference between simple and easy. This video will guide you through the world of Pitching by showing you what’s really important, why it’s important and HOW you can lead your pitchers to success!

It's all presented by Cindy in her easy-to-understand manner with a complete and thorough verbal and visual explanation each step of the way.

Kate Harris of the University of Alabama and an expert panel present Efficiency Leads to Success at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Are you an NFCA member? This video is available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

JT Gasso from the University of Oklahoma presents Technology's Role in Building Elite Hitters at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Are you an NFCA member? This video is available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Brendon Ziegler and Crissy Buck-Ziegler from California State University, Bakersfield, present How to Marry Your Softball Strength and Conditioning Programs at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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How Statistics and Metrics Can Help You Win More Games

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Maggie Livreri from the University of Utah presents Developing High Level Catchers at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Missed the convention in Las Vegas last year? Good news! You can still see all the great speaker presentations from 2017's NFCA National Convention in this compilation course. 

What's included:

• Over 11 hours of educational softball coaching content
• 21 speakers coaching softball at the best colleges across the US

Are you an NFCA member? These videos are available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Lauren Lappin of the University of Missouri–St. Louis presents Creating a Lockdown Defense at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Are you an NFCA member? This video is available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Erin Thorpe of the University of California, Davis, presents Everyday Baserunning Skills at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Are you an NFCA member? This video is available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Mike Stith of the Orange County Batbusters presents Non-Negotiables of Creating Young Hitters at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Chris Malveaux, Jennifer McIntyre from the University of Connecticut, and Taryne Mowatt from the University of Arizona present Drills, Drills, Drills at NFCA's 2017 National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The Power of Empowerment

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Drills, Drills, Drills 2

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Missed the convention in New Orleans last year? Good news! You can still see all the great speaker presentations from 2016's NFCA National Convention in this compilation course. 

What's included:

• Over 8 hours of educational softball coaching content
• 16 speakers coaching softball at the best colleges across the US

Are you an NFCA member? These videos are available to you for free within your members-only "Coach's Box" through the Education tab under Digital Education Library. Visit NFCA.org to log in.

Defense: An Evolution

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The Hidden Influences of Catching

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Inner Workings of a Successful Coaching Staff

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The Next 60 Feet

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The Transition From Pitcher to Pitching Coach

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Coaching Hitters: An Approach That Works For Players Today

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Rising through the Coaching Ranks

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Sue Enquist, Scott Whitlock and Sandy Jerstad team up to present The Coach Emeriti Panel at NFCA's 2016 National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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There are many ways to use the DP/Flex rule to maximize team personnel, but it can be confusing. No matter your role, join Rachel Lawson as she shows multiple strategies for offensive production, defensive flexibility and the may ways to operate within the DP/Flex rule. This webinar is great for coaches, umpires, strategy enthusiasts and scorekeepers alike.

Drills, Drills, Drills

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Sports PERF Vision Trainer Ryan Harrison presents "SlowTheGameDown! It's a Visual Game"

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Year Round Offensive Preparation

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Effective Collaboration & Integration

Building Winners

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Power, Control and Deception: The Art of Developing a Pitcher

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Our 2013 "Viva Fastpitch" Convention held in San Antonio. The 2013 video package showcases various speakers from this convention. You have the opportunity to learn about coach & player relationships, the building of a softball business, and pointers on the mental game. As always, traditional skills presentations are available as well.

What's included?

• Over 13 hours of educational softball coaching content
• 10+ speakers involved with the best college softball across the US

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Developing a Winning Program for the Long Term

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The Mind Matters: Why You Should Fully Commit to Training Mental Game

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Really? That's a Rule

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Building a Successful Softball Business

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Epidemic of Overuse Injuries in Softball

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Teach, Inspire & Connect to Your Players Through Books & Articles

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Pitching Performance Measures

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A Catchers Grind: Molding the Defensive Difference Maker

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Training Today's Pitchers

Show and Go: An Inside Look at Managing Player and Staff Personalities

Defense: Playing Catch at a High Level

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Preparing Your Team for the Postseason

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Choosing Your Optimum Team Defense

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Creative Teaching: Thinking Outside the Box

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Championship Defense: Getting Game Ready

The Yips: When Mind Matters

Three Keys to Elite Hitting

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Maximizing Success with Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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Aggressive Base Running: Your Key to Scoring More

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Polishing an Athlete: Complex Training of Power and Speed Strength

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Defense and Hitting Drills

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The Defining Culture: Defining Leaders in an Age of Entitlement

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The The Working Relationship Between Coaches & Hitters

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Taking Over a Program: A New 'State' of Mind

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Hitting Drills

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Video: Why Injuries are on the Rise and What to Do About It

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