Active.com Softball Articles

How to Teach Your Squad to Catch Fly Balls

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Catching fly balls can be difficult for young players. Here's how to teach your squad to master this important defensive ability.

How to Get in the Zone

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Playing with confidence can often be the difference between success and failure. The following techniques can help you get in the ever-elusive ?Zone.?

4 Drills to Improve Pitching Speed

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Have a need for speed? Use these four drills from the eteamz fastpitch community to increase your pitching velocity and sharpen your control.

How to Run a Softball Tryout

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Not sure how to organize a fastpitch tryout? Here are some tips on how to structure your tryouts--and ensure you find the best players for your squad.

How To Teach Off-Speed Pitches

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

If a pitcher throws every pitch at the same speed she'll get pounded by the third inning. Here?s a great workout for training players to throw off-speed pitches and create deception for the hitter.

7 Steps to Perfect Throwing Mechanics

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Players not throwing correctly? Teach your squad the proper way to throw a softball with this series of pre-game isolation drills.

4 Tips for Running the Perfect Practice

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get the most out of your team with these tips on how to create effective practices.

Creating Game- Ready Hitters

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Is practice really preparing your batters for what they will face in a game? Do you tend to have batters that look awesome in practice during drills or off the machine, but for some reason can't quite produce come game time?

How to Teach Defensive Fundamentals

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare your team for the upcoming season with this drill designed to teach players the fundamentals of proper fielding.

USA Softball Conditioning Techniques

Want to get in shape like Jennie Finch and Cat Osterman? Check out these conditioning techniques from Brandon Marcello, Strength and Conditioning coach for Team USA.

Cat Osterman: Fastpitch Softball Legend

Cat Osterman is arguably the most popular fastpitch softball player in the world. We sat down with her to get her thoughts on what softball needs to do to become an Olympic sport again and why putting a note card in her shoe gets her ready to pitch.

Monica Abbott on Fastpitch Softball

Monica Abbott may be the most dominant softball pitcher of all time. We caught up with her recently to get her thoughts on the U.S. National Team and just where she learned to throw that amazing riseball.

Vicky Galindo: Sparkplug for USA Softball

How to Conquer Fear of Failure

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Why do athletes sabotage their own success? Here are tips on helping young players lower expectations and combat a fear of failure.

Team-Building Tips for Coaches

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

How to Improve a Young Athlete's Attitude

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Talent isn't everything in sports. Here's how to cultivate a winning attitude in young athletes--and help them maximize their potential.

Why Most Sports Goals Fail

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Here's a simple look at the three types of sports-performance goals and tips for how young athletes can craft a goal-setting system that will help them succeed.

8 Steps to Getting Recruited

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Demystify the recruiting process with these eight essential steps athletes must undertake to play sports at the collegiate level.

Recruiting Checklist for Seniors

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Everything You Need to Know About Scholarships

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you're a runner, a quarterback or a shortstop, landing a scholarship is a coveted prize for any young athlete. Find out what kind of college opportunities are out there for your sport.