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January 21, 2017

Dear Coach,

We are excited to welcome you to the 11th year of the Mohegan Sun World Softball Coaches’

Convention. Beginning with our first clinic in 2007, our mission has been to provide you with the very

best in coaching education. We have spent considerable time securing the best clinicians and designing a

curriculum that addresses all levels of play and a range of coaching areas.

Each year, we seek to improve your clinic experience. Building on last year's success, we are offering

you post-event access to select video of Breakout Sessions 1, 2 and 3, so that you can refresh your

memory or watch sessions you may have missed. Check the clinic website following the clinic for more

information on how to purchase these videos - we are confident you'll find them valuable. Also, in an

effort to provide you with information in the most convenient way possible, we will again offer an event

app this year (an improved 2017 version), which will provide you with the clinic schedule, presenter

biographies, a list of exhibitors, a digital version of the event handout and much more. Search Softball

Coaches Convention in the app stores.

We believe our convention is more than just a day of player and coaching instruction; it is a chance to

bounce ideas off your fellow coaches and players and learn from each other. Our convention staff,

exhibitors and guest speakers will be available to you throughout the clinic. Please don’t hesitate to

introduce yourself, ask a question or provide your own perspective on the game.

We thank all of our clinic presenters, who have found the time to share their softball knowledge and

passion for the game. A special thanks also goes to Mohegan Sun - our title sponsor - who has

welcomed us and allowed us to use their outstanding facilities. Lastly, we recognize our sponsors, whose

support helps make this clinic possible. We encourage you to visit our exhibitors and patronize them

throughout the year.

Enjoy the clinic and please take the time to let us know your thoughts on improving next year’s

Mohegan Sun World Softball Coaches’ Convention. We wish you all the best with your upcoming

season and look forward to seeing you in January 2018!

Yours in softball and coaching,

P.S. Become a World Softball Facebook Fan and get clinic updates throughout the year.


WORLD SOFTBALL EVENT SCHEDULE

Saturday, January 21, 2017:

Session Times Location 2017 Presenter 2017 Topic

7:00 am - 9:30 am GENERAL EVENT REGISTRATION Convention Center Pre-Function Area

7:45 am – 8:15 am EXHIBITOR TIME

8:15 am - 9:00 am Break-Out #1 Matt Lisle Hitting: The Swing Movement Spectrum

Break-Out #2 Larissa Anderson Hofstra's Sequential Practice

Extra Innings Batting Cage

Jennifer Hapanowicz & Keilani Ricketts

The 8 Speed and Spin Killers in Pitching - LIVE PITCHING DEMO

9:15 am – 10:00 am Break-Out #1 Jen Schroeder Molding Your Catcher - The Defensive Difference-Maker

Break-Out #2 Jen Goodwin Hitting: Having a Plan Before You Step into the Batter's Box

Break-Out #3 Austin Wasserman High-Level Throwing Program


Denise Davis & the Planet

Fastpitch Team

Pitching, Hitting & Throwing Contests with Prizes! Featuring AJ Andrews and Lauren Haeger

10:00 am – 10:30 am EXHIBITOR TIME


Bat Demo Session Bat Wars

Presented by Extra Innings

10:30 am - 11:05 am Break-Out #1 Larissa Anderson Hofstra's Ball Everydays

Break-Out #2

Denise Davis & Lauren Haeger

Sliding 101

Break-Out #3 Jen Goodwin Mental Preparation/Mental Conditioning


Jen Schroeder Knee Throwing - DEMO

11:20 am - 12:05 pm Break-Out #1 Sue Enquist Undeniable Hitting Principles:

Understand National Metrics and Hitting Non-Negotiables

Break-Out #2 Jen Hapanowicz

Using Technology and Training Tools to Take Your Pitchers to the Next Level

Break-Out #3 Kim Camara-Harvey Infield Skills & Drills


Jen Schroeder Live Catcher's Workout - DEMO

Outlines for certain sessions may not be included in this packet. Program, topics and presenters are subject to change. Attendees must wear their event credentials at all times to access the event.

No videotaping of event sessions is allowed.

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AUTOGRAPH SESSION GUIDELINES: Players have first priority for autographs. We can only sign one item per person and,

due to time constraints, may reserve the right not to allow photographs. We cannot guarantee all players will receive autographs.

The event would like to recognize Jaypro Sports for providing the bleachers for the Extra Innings

Batting Cage sessions. Visit Jaypro’s booth to learn more about all their softball product offerings.

SAVE 15% AT GENO’S FASTBREAK RESTAURANT:

Hungry? Geno’s Fastbreak is offering 15% off all food and beverage purchases throughout

the clinic for softball clinic attendees wearing their credentials. Geno’s is located just

outside the Convention Center on the 1st floor.

WORLD SOFTBALL EVENT SCHEDULE

Saturday, January 21, 2017 (Continued):

Session Times Location 2017 Presenter 2017 Topic

12:05 pm - 1:15 pm EXHIBITOR/LUNCH TIME

12:05 pm - 1:15 pm Exhibitor Zone/ Rawlings Booth

AJ Andrews Autograph Session presented by Rawlings (Players have first priority for autographs)

Exhibitor Zone/

Planet Fastpitch Booth Lauren Haeger Autograph Session

(Players have first priority for autographs)

Exhibitor Zone/ Rawlings Booth

Keilani Ricketts Autograph Session presented by Rawlings (Players have first priority for autographs)

12:05 pm - 12:30 pm Extra Innings Batting Cage



12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Break-Out #1 Larissa Anderson,

Jen Goodwin & Kim Camara-Harvey

College Recruiting Question & Answer Session




1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Break-Out #1 BE REAL:

A Conversation with AJ Andrews, Lauren Haeger & Keilani Ricketts moderated by Denise Davis

Break-Out #2 Sue Enquist Competitive Character Bundle: Building a Framework of Excellence


Matt Lisle Hitting Drills for Unlocking A Hitter's Power - DEMO

2:30 pm - 3:15 pm Break-Out #1 Jen Schroeder The Catching CULTure: Drills to Match the Work Ethic

Break-Out #2 Kim Camara-Harvey Calling Pitches (Setting Up Hitters)

Break-Out #3 Jen Goodwin Defensive Drills for Corner Infielders


Austin Wasserman with Elena Bowman

High-Level Throwing Program - DEMO

3:30 pm - 4:15 pm Break-Out #1 Larissa Anderson Indoor Practice Plans

Break-Out #2

Denise Davis & Keilani Ricketts

Managing Your Pitcher's Workload - Keeping Gas In The Tank

Break-Out #3

A.J. Andrews & Kim Camara-Harvey

Developing Gold Glove Outfielders




4:25 pm - 5:15 pm Break-Out #1 Sue Enquist Are Your Hitters College Ready? 5 Drills to Test Their Readiness


2017 Mohegan Sun World Softball Coaches' Convention

Exhibitor Booth Locations

Company/Exhibitor Name Exhibitor

Booth # Company/Exhibitor Name

Exhibitor

Booth #

Adrenaline Fundraising 305 Motus Global 907

Air Structures American Technologies 606 New Balance 613

Backyard Batter Pro 94A NFP Sports 81

Baden Sports 304 OC Sports 303

BATCO 603 On Deck Sports 101

Batting Cages USA 502 On Field Inspiration, LLC 406

BOWNET Sports 910 Peavy Baseball 408

BSN Sports 914 & 915 Perfect Pitch and Throw 309

Champro Sports 605 Performance Pitch 205

CoachUp 302 Planet Fastpitch 203 & 205

Cooperstown Bat Company 604 PledgeIt 505

Dartfish 602 Pocket Radar, Inc. 94 & 95

Diamond 9 Events 103 Profile Products 407

Diamond Sports 500 ProX Formulas 88

Disney Baseball & Softball 401 Pukka Headwear 507

Double Blue Sports Analytics 306 Rawlings 900 & 901

Dream Bat Company 501 & 600 Richmond County Baseball Tournaments 506

Dynamic Team Sports 504 RightView Pro 702

E.L. Lumber Bat Co. 917 Rob Monte Art 918

Eastbay 404 Sal's Studio and Son 402

Easton Sports 905 & 906 Schutt Sports 201 & 300

Enovative Technologies 307 ShoulderSphere 82 & 83

Extra Innings Extra Innings/ Pre-Function

SKLZ 916

Fastpitch Nation/CT USSSA Fastpitch 902 Spalding - Russell 601 & 700

FlightScope 703 Sports Tutor 509 & 608

Frank Herzog Photography 97 & 97A SportsBoard 712

Franklin Sports 911 & 913 SportsEdge 96

Frank's Sport Shop 611 sportsYou 86, 87, 90 & 91

GameChanger 904 TeamSportswear 89

GloveWhisperer 207 The Graphic Edge 409 & 508

Gold Athletics 403 Traveling Teams 107 & 108

Historic Dodgertown 701 Umpires Media 85

Holloway Sportswear 607 USA Elite Training 92 & 93

HomeField Sports 84 USA Softball 98

Jaypro Sports LLC 801 & 802 VarsityGirl.Net 99 & 100

Jugs Sports 206 & 208 Warstic 405

Kreezee Sports 803 Wilson Sporting Goods 301 & 400

LeagueApps 106 X-Grain Sportswear 209 & 308

We thank you in advance for supporting our convention exhibitors and encourage you to patronize them throughout the year. You can find a 2017 exhibitor listing in the Softball Coaches Convention app and on our website at www.SoftballCoachesClinic.com (on the Registered Exhibitor Page) or in the convention app which

both include their website addresses.

http://www.softballcoachesclinic.com/


SESSION: Saturday, January 21, 2017, 8:15AM - 9:00AM: Break-Out #1

TOPIC: Hitting: The Swing Movement Spectrum

PRESENTER: Matt Lisle, Hitting Coach & TheHittingVault.com Founder


I. Stance

a. K Posture

b. 50/50 Weight

c. Elbow Up vs. Elbow Down

d. Open vs. Closed

II. Load/Gather

a. Rock The Baby

b. Internal Rotation

c. See Saw

III. Stride/Launch Position

a. Controlled Fall

b. Shoulders Stay Square

c. 50% Of Height

d. 45-65 Degrees

e. Bent Front Knee

IV. The Swing

a. Hip/Shoulder Separation

b. Barrel Getting Depth

c. Body: Engine. Arms: Steering Wheel

d. Finish Your Turn


TOPIC: Hofstra’s Sequential Practice

PRESENTER: Larissa Anderson, Head Coach, Hofstra University


WHY A SEQUENTIAL PRACTICE?

Gives you a ready-made plan

Can pick or choose a sequence for that day

Lots of reps in a short period of time

No one is standing around at practice

Allows you to cover every game situation every day

Allows you to constantly teach and evaluate your players during practice

Answers that question “What are we doing at practice today?”

Creates a routine – athletes need a routine

Specializes in teaching of team fundamentals

Allows you to work and incorporate your back up players

You can create intense pressure situations during practice

Can identify and correct your team’s weaknesses

Gives you total preparation of your team

THE COMPLETE SEQUENCE

Short Game Sequence

Slap Sequence

Infield Sequence

Straight Steal and Pick-off Sequence

Special Situations

Game Winning Sequence

Hit and Run Sequence

Based on what level you’re coaching, where you are in your teaching progression, what time of year, you control the speed of the reps, number of reps and teaching detail.


TOPIC: Molding Your Catcher – The Defensive Difference-Maker

PRESENTER: Jen Schroeder, Jen Schro Catching Founder & Youth Softball Instructor



TOPIC: Hitting: Having a Plan Before You Step into the Batter’s Box

PRESENTER: Jen Goodwin, Head Coach, Yale University


“90% of sports is mental, the other half is physical.” Yogi Berra

AB’s are won or lost before you step into the box

A. Keep it Simple a. What does the team need? b. Clear your mind c. Attack the ball

B. How the Hitter Gets There Pitch to Pitch

a. Establish a routine, i.e. Nomar Garciappara b. Create a “reset” - “let it go” physical routine c. BREATHE

C. Trust Your Training

a. Prepare your players i. Hitting Situations in practice

1. Written out for them to review 2. Ask them questions

D. Ways to Prepare Your Hitters

a. Each count determines your approach (slides) i. Hitter’s count: 1-0, 2-0, 2-1, 3-0, 3-1, 3-2 ii. Pitcher’s count: 0-1, 0-2, 1-2, 2-2 (expect pitcher’s pitch) iii. Don’t just hit - ever. Always a purpose. iv. Create situations in practice - track results (box) v. Increase heart rate, then challenge hitting

1. It’s like increasing the adrenaline

E. On Deck

a. Timing b. Anticipating situation c. Best pitch for you & for the pitcher d. Relax, be where your feet are e. Do what you can

F. In the Hole

a. Breathe b. Get into hitting mindset

G. How to Avoid Feeling of Failure

a. What is “failure” i. 3/10 is a great hitter - “failing” 7 times

1. Compare to other professions (accounting) ii. QAB chart

1. Focus on the process, not the outcome

H. Batting Order Expectations

a. Clearly define each place in the lineup i. Ego is always involved ii. Doesn’t matter where you are in lineup, you have a job.


TOPIC: High-Level Throwing Program

PRESENTER: Austin Wasserman, Strength, Conditioning & Throwing Expert &

WassermanStrength.com Founder


1. The Components of High Level Throwing Patterns to Maximize Performance

2. Arm Efficiency a. Arm Pathway

b. Arm Shape

3. What is the Hip to Trunk Relationship a. How to Enhance the Movement Between these Two Structures

4. Sequence & Timing a. Lead Arm & Throwing Arm

b. Throwing Arm & Stride

5. Lead Leg Patterning

6. Drills Banned From the Earth

7. MB Variations

8. Practical Progressions & Format

SESSION: Saturday, January 21, 2017, 10:30AM – 11:05AM: Break-Out #1

TOPIC: Hofstra’s Ball Everydays



1. Playing catch with catching fundamentals

2. Glove Work a. Transfers & footwork

3. All Throws a. Long b. Short c. Bow and Arrow d. ¾ Sway e. Different body tilts f. Dart throws g. Feeds h. On the Run

i. High Hop – catch on left foot ii. Straight – pick up on right foot iii. Glove side – pick up on left foot iv. Back hand – shuffle through

i. Step-catch-throw j. Run Down throws k. All flips

i. Backhand ii. Forehand iii. Shovel flip iv. Glove flips – forehand/backhand v. Behind the back

1. Glove flip 2. Forehand flip

4. All Footworks – Instep points in direction of throw.

a. Force play – shuffle step b. Force play – instep kick c. Forehand, glove hand side – Power step d. Back hand – Jam step e. Back hand – Open step f. Jump Turns – ball direction dictates turn

5. Ground Balls

a. Straight on—Lateral step first

b. Forehand c. Backhand

i. Cross over step – drop outside knee ii. Open step – drop inside knee

d. Short hop – straight on, forehand, backhand e. In-between long hop, in-between short hop f. Shuffle through backhand g. Drop step ground balls h. Slide Dives – right and left knee i. Tripod technique j. Screen the fielder k. Outfield One knee l. Outfield do or die – throw on the run m. Outfield Routine

6. Fly Balls a. Routine – perfect fielding position b. Drop step right and left side c. Drop step – right/left shoulder running catch d. Lateral cross over running catch – right and

left side e. Forward step – no false step f. Sliding catches – bent leg g. Diving catches – Right, left and straight on h. Shoe String catches i. Playing the sun j. Do or Dies k. Fence Work – find the fence, climb the fence

7. Tags a. Over right shoulder tag b. Over left shoulder tag c. Wrap around tags d. Drop and up e. Sweep


TOPIC: Sliding 101

PRESENTER: Denise Davis, Founder of Planet Fastpitch & Youth Pitching Expert

Lauren Haeger, 2015 National Player of the Year & National Champion Pitcher at

the University of Florida



TOPIC: Mental Preparation/Mental Conditioning



A. How important is the Mental Game

a. “Big” Games b. Yogi Berra quote c. Controllables vs Uncontrollables chart

B. Breathing

a. Pre practice and Pre game breathing routines b. Watch college & professional athletes - all sports

i. Easiest this time of year - QB’s, free throws C. Routine

a. Defense b. Pre-Pitch Routine (Pitcher & field players) c. In the hole, on deck, batter’s box routines

i. Practice routines at practice A. Not always about reps reps reps

d. Failure recovery i. What do your players/teammates need in those moments ii. Team talk discussing

A. It’s about relationships D. “Feel Good” practice

a. Knowing what is on their plate (academics, personal) b. How to still challenge, but give them confidence needed

E. One more “good one”

a. Times to do, and times not to b. Sometimes sitting on it for a day brings more the next day

F. Visualization

a. Pre-game highlight film b. Team sharing highlights of each other / favorite moments c. Letter to yourself for end of season to read

G. Remember why you play

a. Play for Her b. Anonymous notes to each player (from each other)

H. Word on each shoe

a. One word that the player comes up with i. Write on shoe ii. What do I bring to the team

b. Other word comes from teammates i. Write on other shoe ii. What the team needs from me

SESSION: Saturday, January 21, 2017, 11:20AM – 12:05PM: Break-Out #1

TOPIC: Undeniable Hitting Principles: Understand National Metrics and Hitting Non-

Negotiables

PRESENTER: Sue Enquist, NFCA Hall of Famer & Legendary UCLA Softball Coach


1. ASSESSMENT SIMPLIFIED. How to Identify, Prioritize & Simplify

metrics

a. Why it’s important to YOU

b. Summary of what’s out there and what’s coming

c. Standardization is here to stay

Notes

2. UNDERSTAND: National youth & college swing metrics. WHY this is applicable to you

Simplify Swing Metrics and why it’s important

a. 2016 college player results

b. 2016 Youth player results

Notes

3. PRINCIPLES: These will affect all your hitters’ metrics

a. Two Phases

b. Multiple Zones

c. One Swing Set

Notes

4. KEY RECRUIT CRITERIA: College coach evaluation in the stands

a. The EYES of the beholder and why you must understand this

b. 99% of the coaches value this

c. 4 SCORE components that will catch the college coaches’ eye

Notes


TOPIC: Using Technology and Training Tools to Take Your Pitchers to the Next Level!

PRESENTER: Jen Hapanowicz, USA Elite Training Founder & Youth Softball Instructor


Why is using Technology important in your pitcher’s development?

Technology will assist in setting benchmarks and standards for player to achieve. Properly using technology can get your player to their result faster and achieve their goals in a more efficient manner.

What type of technology should be part of pitcher development?

I. Slow Motion Video

Capture the teachable moment.

Most athletes are visual learners.

Helps to see mechanics that can’t be seen in real time.

What angle to look for properly analysis of a pitcher?

When you see the result or incorrect mechanics what is the true cause of the issue? Live video demo to teach you how to identify mechanical issues.

What to look for on the movement pitches: drop, rise, curve, screwball.

II. Radar Guns to measure pitcher’s speed (i.e. Pocker Radar)

Need to have benchmarks for learning breaking pitches.

What is considered a good speed for different ages?

While learning movement pitches we want to ensure we don’t lose speed.

III. Rev Fire to measure player spin rate measurement in Revolutions Per Second (RPS)

Bench Mark of spin rotation.

More spin will create better movement.

What are best training tools that will help you take the info provided from Technology to assist in getting your player to feel, understand and correct the pitching mechanics.

• Spinner • 14“ Ball • Weighted Ball • Balance Beam

• Zone Ropes • Stretch Cords • Mirror


TOPIC: Infield Skills & Drills

PRESENTER: Kim Camara-Harvey, Head Coach, Johnson & Wales University


Preparing to Field

Fielding Techniques

Ground Ball Drills

1. Self-tosses 5. Ladders 2. On box 6. Box 3. Create angles 7. Wall Ball

4. Roll sequence 8. Hurdles

Force/Tag Plays & Relays

1. Bare hand tennis balls

2. Short hops

3. Playground Ball

4. Relay Box

Position Play

1. Turning 2 2. Tennis Balls 3. Run Downs 4. Bunt Coverage

Full Infield

1. Box Drill Variations

2. Flip Box

3. Infield Series

4. Slap Defense

SESSION: Saturday, January 21, 2017, 12:30PM – 1:00PM: Break-Out #1

TOPIC: College Recruiting Question & Answer Session

PRESENTER: Larissa Anderson, Head Softball Coach, Hofstra University

Jen Goodwin, Head Coach, Yale University

Kim Camara-Harvey, Head Coach, Johnson & Wales University


Session Notes


TOPIC: BE REAL – A Conversation with AJ Andrews, Lauren Haeger & Keilani Ricketts

moderated by Denise Davis

PRESENTER: Denise Davis, Founder of Planet Fastpitch & Youth Pitching Expert

Lauren Haeger, 2015 National POY & National Champion Pitcher, University of Florida

AJ Andrews, 1st-Ever Softball Rawlings Gold Glove Winner & NPF Akron Racers Outfielder

Keilani Ricketts, 2-Time Collegiate POY, University of Oklahoma & NPF USSSA Pride Pitcher



TOPIC: Competitive Character Bundle: Building a Framework of Excellence



1. What character skills do college coaches value? GLOSSARY OF HIGH PERFORMANCE and WHY this is important to you and your team

a. Performance vs. Moral Skills

b. TSA Toolbox of worksheets to improve YOUR team

c. College Coach perspective and the 99% rule. Be great at this!

Notes

2. YOUR CUSTOM BLUEPRINT: THINK Criteria Worksheets a. Confidence is overrated. Would you date your inner voice?

b. Build a talk track (M-F) and be ready on game day

c. Give FAILURE a chance: Scrambled eggs are not so bad!

Notes

3. YOUR CUSTOM BLUEPRINT: SPEAK Criteria Worksheets College Coaches rank the most influential person in their lives

a. Words spoken matter. Brain stain and you can’t unring the bell

b. Build awareness antennae for players to be better teammates

c. What it look like/doesn’t look like

Notes

4. YOUR CUSTOM BLUEPRINT: ACT Criteria Worksheets Micro behaviors and the 1% rule

a. S.C.O.R.E.: NO PENCILS or PAPER needed

b. Number #1 Performance Skill lacking in College Freshmen

c. Formalize your Failure Recovery System (FRS). A Tool for life

Notes


TOPIC: The Catching CULTure: Drills to Match the Work Ethic

PRESENTER: Jen Schroeder, Jen Schro Catching Founder & Youth Softball Instructor



TOPIC: Calling Pitches (Setting Up Hitters)

PRESENTER: Kim Camara-Harvey, Head Coach, Johnson & Wales University



TOPIC: Defensive Drills for Corner Infielders



A. Third Base Drills 1. Base coverage

a. Steal b. From outfield c. Force (awareness of runner)

2. Small Ball drills a. Stance, setup

i. Rolled ball ii. Hit ball

3. Bunt Approach a. Footwork to 2B b. Reset to 1B c. Taking charge as the third baseman

4. Throwing on the run & across the body

B. First Base Drills 1. Footwork at the base

a. Including bad throws i. From all angles ii. Can never get enough of these iii. Hit balls at 1B covering - “bad throws”

2. Except grounders, all footwork at 1B is glove hand only

3. How to lineup for CUTS

C. Drills for both First & Third 1. One handed tennis ball drills

a. Approach, see it in b. Back hand c. Rapid fire off a wall

i. Advanced - back facing wall.

2. Triangle drill a. 3 players in triangle setup. b. b. Grounders, backhand feeds, toss. Change direction.

3. Face off a. Two players in setup like hockey faceoff b. Glove hand only c. Third person drops tennis ball between the two

4. Goalie Drill a. Coach vs player b. Coach tries to get ball past them. c. Best with tennis ball and coach throwing or hit with tennis racquet

5. Rapid fire a. Defensive stance

i. Right at ‘em ii. Backhand, glove hand iii. Make sure form doesn’t break down with increased speed


TOPIC: Indoor Practice Plans



THE ESSENCE OF AN INDOOR PRACTICE

Practice quotes

Practice is the essential core to preparation

The harder you work in practice the easier the performance will be

Practices and players need to have fun but without being funny

Practice thoughts

“On the hop” “Get Here” Be on time – Players and Coaches Establish a “ready area” Post your practice for the team to review Establish a practice routine - athletes NEED routine Introduce “new stuff” early in practice Practices need to move and flow Name each drill for a quick transition Practice EVERY softball fundamental EVERY day Challenge your players with competitive drills Finish practice with a positive snappy drill Create pressure situations in practice

DEVELOP YOUR INDOOR PRACTICE PHILOSOPHY

Prepare the individuals first… NOT THE TEAM

Break the skill down and teach

Student-athletes should get as many reps as possible, equal number of reps

After the skills are mastered then start evaluating your players for position

After you have them in position you can implement your team system

INDOOR PRACTICE DRILLS Ball Everydays Monkey in the middle with coach Monkey in the middle with players The Square Roll the Ball - Good hop/Bad hop Pride Drill The Weave Ball Suicides Running Catches Line Relay Drills 5-1 , 5-2, 5-3, 5-4


TOPIC: Managing Your Pitcher’s Workload – Keeping Gas In the Tank

PRESENTER: Denise Davis, Founder of Planet Fastpitch & Youth Pitching Expert Keilani Ricketts, 2-Time Collegiate POY, University of Oklahoma & NPF USSSA Pride

Pitcher



TOPIC: Developing Gold Glove Outfielders

PRESENTER: Kim Camara-Harvey, Head Coach, Johnson & Wales University AJ Andrews, 1st-Ever Softball Rawlings Gold Glove Winner & NPF Akron Racers

Outfielder


PHILOSOPHY

SKILLS

Throwing Drive Step Arm Path

Accuracy vs. Velocity

Ground Balls Positioning Techniques Transition

Fly Balls Positioning Techniques Transition

CHALLENGES Fence Sun Rain

Field conditions


TOPIC: Are Your Hitters Ready? 5 Drills to Test Their Readiness



1. CHECKPOINT I: 3 Distinctive measures of a collegiate hitter a. What key edit points are coaches evaluating?

b. What affects max force? ONE big misunderstanding on bat speed

c. What does big zone mean and why is it important?

Notes

2. CHECKPOINT II: Criteria which affects the above measures

a. Mental-TSA Toolbox for high performers

b. Visual recognition

c. Simplify the power/contact hitter controversy.

d. Customize your standard program by player needs

e. Game strategy and adjustments

Notes

3. CHECKPOINT III: Common Language, Competitive Character and Benchmarks

a. Words matter: Be clear and concise: OSB Hitting Translator

b. Competitive Character

c. Objective Measurables

Notes

4. CHECKPOINT IV: DRILL IT-Be prepared like a college freshman

a. 5 Drills to test your mastery: i. Sprinkler

ii. UTM-advanced

iii. Manage the outside pitch

iv. Self Fungo-advanced

v. Understanding the secret of the change-up

Notes


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