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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

US Sports CoachLab: Softball Tips and Techniques featuring Coach Holly Bruder

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Softball Tips and Techniques featuring Coach Holly Bruder

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Learn essential softball skills and drills from Lamar University Head Coach Holly Bruder and the Cardinals' players. This comprehensive 56-minute program has everything you need to succeed in softball, be it as a player or coach. Among the topics covered are: everyday fielding drills, ladder drills, throwing progressions, infield drills, outfield drills and a wide variety of batting drills. This video is a must-have resource for coaches and players striving to reach their full potential! Book this course....


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Holly Bruder is the head coach of the Lamar University Cardinals softball team in Beaumont, Texas. She has been head coach of Lamar since the program was restarted in 2012. From 2008 to 2011, she was the head coach at Morehead State in Morehead, Kentucky. Prior to the seasons at Morehead State, she served as head coach at Denison University in Granville, Ohio for six years (2002–2007). Book this course today!

Monday, October 9, 2023

US Sports Softball: The Softball Strength Book: High School Edition

 

The Softball Strength Book: High School Edition

by Austin Wasserman
The Softball Strength Book: High School Edition

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The SOFTBALL Strength Training Guide is a foundational strength book geared towards Strength Coaches, Softball Teams and Individual High School or College Softball Players wanting to see how we program and train our softball athletes! Get it now!

This book provides Warm-Ups, Mobility and Strength Programming to Speed & Agility Options! It will teach you our foundational and fundamental blocks while creating quality movement patterns and enhancing strength, coordination and power!

The Coach

AustinWasserman

Austin Wasserman

Owner/Founder of High Level Throwing® & High Level Pitching®

Austin Wasserman is the Owner/Founder of Wasserman Strength, High Level Throwing® and High Level Pitching®. He’s a Strength Coach, Performance Coach and Author from Brooklyn, New York. He’s the Author of the High Level Throwing® and Pitching Series E-Books!

Austin received his B.S. in Exercise Science with a concentration in Strength & Conditioning through the University of Connecticut Department of Kinesiology. He also received his Masters Degree in Human Nutrition through the University of Bridgeport.

He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and has been training athletes for the past 15 years.

Austin is highly respected by coaches, parents and players for his approach and knowledge of the human body. He has worked in New York City alongside some of the top Physical Therapists and Motor Learning Specialists in the country.

Austin works with Youth, High School, College, MiLB & MLB Baseball Players as well as Softball Players of all ages. He has consulted for and currently consults for some of the top baseball and softball programs in the country such as Vanderbilt, Alabama, Arizona State, Minnesota, Duke, University of South Carolina, LSU, Ole Miss, University of Washington, UNCW, Coastal Carolina, Villanova, Texas Lutheran and Iowa State to name a few.

His books, High Level Throwing®, are some of the most used overhand throwing books in the country! These books teach baseball and softball players how to move efficiently, maximize throwing potential, improve accuracy and create intent based on position, through constraint training drills and progressions.

HighLevelThrowing.com is an educational website for Baseball and Softball players with information and training products for Movement, Arm Care, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation, Throwing Development and Training Books! Get this course today!


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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

US Sports Softball: Cat Osterman - US Olympian - Pitching & Pitch Calling Tips

by Texas High School Coaches Association
Cat Osterman - US Olympian - Pitching & Pitch Calling Tips

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Cat Osterman - US Olympian

Lecture Title: Pitching & Pitch Calling Tips

Lecture delivered at the Texas High School Coaches Association 90th annual Coaching School and Convention - July 2022


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Texas High School Coaches Association

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Cat Osterman - US Olympian

Lecture Title: Pitching & Pitch Calling Tips

Cat Osterman, a former three-time National Player of the Year, four-time All-American, and two-time Olympic medalist. She coached also served as assistant coach for the Texas State Bobcats in San Marcos, Texas, from 2015-20, after three seasons in a similar role for the St. Edwards Hilltoppers in Austin, Texas.

A native of Houston, Texas, Osterman helped to lead the University of Texas to three Women’s College World Series appearances in 2003, 2005 and 2006. She also became the only softball individual to win USA Softball’s National Player of the Year honors three times after earning the honor each of those seasons.

During her redshirt season of 2004, Osterman trained with the USA National Team as the only collegian and youngest member of the Olympic team that earned a gold medal in Athens. A three-time selection as Big 12 Conference Female Athlete of the Year (2003, 2005 and 2006), she still holds UT career records in victories (136), ERA (0.51), shutouts (85) and no-hitters (20), and she holds the NCAA record for career strikeout ratio per seven innings (14.35). She finished her UT career with a 136-25 overall record and is second all-time in NCAA Division I career strikeouts with 2,265. Osterman was a recipient of the NCAA Today’s Top VIII Award in 2006, an honor presented to the top eight senior student-athletes in the country.

Osterman pitched for the USA National Team from 2001 to 2021, appearing in the 2004, 2008, and 2020 Olympics. Team USA took home the gold in 2004 and finished with the silver medal in 2008 and 2021 (2020 Olympics). In her 20-year career with Team USA, Osterman held a 74-5 record with 0.44 ERA. She struck out 1030 batters in just 519.0 innings of work.

Osterman completed her eighth and final season in the National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) League in 2015. She played for the Rockford Thunder in 2007 and 2009 and the USSSA Pride for six seasons. Osterman led the Thunder to the league championship in 2009, earning MVP of the championship series. The very next season, she led the Pride to the 2010 championship. The team split the championship in 2012 but captured the title once again in 2013 and 2014.

Osterman was named to the All-NPF team six times and was named Diamond NPF Co-Pitcher of the Year in 2011 and NPF Pitcher of the Year in 2013 and 2014. In the final season of her professional career, Osterman went 15-4 for the Pride, the NPF’s regular season champions, with a 1.21 ERA and 183 strikeouts in 121.2 innings of work. In eight seasons in the NPF, Osterman captured four league titles.

On February 18, 2013, Osterman was inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame alongside New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, former Dallas Cowboys RB Walt Garrison, former NBA Champion Shaquille O’Neal, and former Heisman Trophy winner from UT Ricky Williams.

Osterman added a second hall of fame to her resume in 2016 as she was enshrined in the World of Little League® Hall of Excellence, the highest honor Little League can bestow. She is the fourth female to be enshrined in the Little League Hall of Excellence, and the first to be recognized for a career in the sport of softball.

Osterman graduated from the University of Texas with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2007 and the University of Missouri with a master’s degree in educational and counseling psychology with a concentration in positive coaching in 2015. Osterman and her husband, Joey Ashley, along with his daughter, Bracken, reside in San Antonio. Book this course......

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

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Coaching Girls Softball - Rookies to Third Year

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Starting out as a softball player is no easy task. There are many elements to the game and it can be overwhelming without the right guidance. Coach Jodie Ricciardi makes the process of coaching players at the rookie level easier with 75 softball drills, skills and coaching tips developed for beginner and intermediate girls' softball players. This collection of instructional video courses provides an entire season's worth of the essential softball skills in an intuitive, week-by-week format.

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Friday, November 29, 2019

Committed UCLA - 2021 Jayla A. Castro Power Hitting Catcher, Third Base Softball Skills Video Presented on US Sports Net By Game Planner Pro!

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Non-Negotiables of Creating Young Hitters #NFCA2017

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



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National Fastpitch Coaches Association

Better yourself. Inspire your team. Grow our game
Mike Stith, Head Coach/Owner, Orange County Batbusters
Mike Stith has helped train and develop some of college softballs most prolific hitters over the last several years. Through focused strength training and a common sense approach to the mechanics of young aspiring hitters, Stith has helped guide many successful collegiate hitters such as Francesca Enea and Meagan Bush (Florida), Maddison Shipman (Tennessee), Ashley Lane and Sierra Romero (Michigan), Andrea Harrison-Gasso, Katie Schroeder, Gionna DiSalvatore and Alexis Bennett as well as USWNT members Delaney Spaulding and Hannah Flippen to current stars Amanda Lorenz (Florida), Sydney Romero and Fale Aviu (Oklahoma), Morganne Flores (Washington) and Alyssa Palomino and Dejah Mulipola (Arizona).
Stith has been an assistant and since 2014 head coach of the Orange County Batbusters for 15 years and has been an influence of some of the sports best athletes. Over the last 24 years Mike has been head coach or an assistant on 15 National Championship teams at different age groups.
Stith owns and works at Sports Training Complex (STC) in Anaheim, Calif. where he focuses on the athletes' strength training, hitting and fielding concepts that help prepare softball players of all levels to compete at their best. STC is one of the epicenters of the softball world in Southern California with players of all levels and all organizations come to learn the methods that has helped develop so many top collegiate players.
A former high school football coach, Stith uses old school practice organization and non-stop intensity to grow his players championship mindset and to get them to elevate their preparation and expectation of themselves to create some of our sports best athletes. Book this course......

Sunday, July 28, 2019

Madison Krain 2020 Utility/Pitcher Softball Skills / Recruiting Video Presented by Game Planner Pro!


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Graduation: 2020 
Utility/Pitcher 
Atlanta Vipers '01 - Lucas Coach Todd Lucas

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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.

The Coach

National Fastpitch Coaches Association

Better yourself. Inspire your team. Grow our game
Wolverine associate head coach Bonnie Tholl is in her 26th season as a member of the Michigan softball coaching staff and her 17th as associate head coach. A long-time fixture in the first-base coaching box, coach Tholl has been a part of all 12 of Michigan's Women's College World Series appearances, beginning in 1995 and most recently in 2016. Coach Tholl primarily works with the Wolverine defense and, off the field, coordinates the program's recruiting efforts. She has recruited 32 of the 38 Wolverine players who have received All America honors. Every four-year player since the 1991 recruiting class has been to the Women's College World Series.

Thursday, July 11, 2019

This Bison Update Presented by NHL Shop! A Look Back at Howard Softball Under Coach Tyson Year One

The Coach Tyson Era begins with a splash
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WASHINGTON (July 11, 2019) – With last season in the rearview and the 2020 year on the horizon, let’s look back to the Howard University Softball 2019 campaign as they made huge strides under first-year head coach Tori Tyson.

“I am so proud of everything we were able to accomplish, especially with the limitations,” said Tyson. “We could have used [those limitations] as excuses, [but] the only thing I asked when we started practices and games was to compete. This group raised the bar and helped set a standard that all winning cultures need. I am excited about the future of Howard Softball.”

SEASON AT A GLANCE

In only her first season, Coach Tyson revitalized the program with several victories throughout the year. HU reached the postseason for the first time since 2015 while grabbing their first tourney win in eight seasons (2011). Additionally, the Bison's 19 victories are the most since 2012.

In league play, Howard finished over .500 for the first time since 2010 while picking up series victories over Delaware State (first time since 2010) and Norfolk State (first time since 2012). HU grabbed a win against Morgan State for the first time since 2015.

HIRING OF COACH TYSON

On Nov. 1, Howard University Director of Athletics Kery Davis announced the hiring of Tori Tyson as the new head coach of the softball program.

Tyson came to Howard from the University of Maryland, College Park where she assisted in leading the Terps to their first Big 10 appearance since 2015.

Before joining Maryland, she led Cal State Fullerton to two straight NCAA Regional appearances and two Big West Conference Championships. During her tenure, two pitchers went on to win Big West Freshman Pitcher of the Year and Big West Pitcher of the Year.

FIRST WIN

On Feb. 9, a 4-3 walk-off win over Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) southern-division foe, North Carolina Central, secured win No. 1 for the Howard University softball team, as well as etching head coach Tori Tyson's first career victory into the books.

Tyson’s first career victory catapulted several nonconference wins, including UNC Wilmington, which marked the program’s first out of conference victory since 2016.

YOUNG TRIO RECEIVE ALL-MEAC RECOGNITION

The MEAC unveiled its 2019 softball postseason honors where freshmen Kalita Dennis (Elk Grove, Calif.), Xzarria Simmons (Escondido, Calif.) and Camille Navarro (Los Angeles) receive recognition. The trio of Bison made All-MEAC Second Team; however, Dennis headlined the afternoon after winning the 2019 MEAC Rookie of the Year award. As a result, Dennis became only the third Bison to win the award since 2006 (Rebecca Kirshner [2009] and Courtney Young [2007]).

TOP 25 FRESHMAN

For her outstanding performance during the 2019 season, Howard University softball newcomer Kalita Dennis (Elk Grove, Calif.) was selected as one of the top 25 candidates for the honorable Schutt Sports/National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division I National Freshman of the Year award. This was the first time in the program’s history that a student-athlete was recognized.

Dennis was the only MEAC freshman and student-athlete from a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) on this year's list.

FUTURE YOUNG SLUGGERS

For the program's future, Coach Tyson returns All-MEAC honorees Kalita Dennis (Elk Grove, Calif.), Camille Navarro (Los Angeles) and Xzarria Simmons (Escondido, Calif.), along with the league's top-hitting attack.
 

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David Mikula, Director & Clinical Supervisor at Center for Family Development presents College Student Athletes Sustaining Quality Mental and Behavioral Health at NFCA's 2016 National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana.


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National Fastpitch Coaches Association

Better yourself. Inspire your team. Grow our game
David Mikula, LCSW, CADC III, NCAC II, has been working in the Behavioral Health field since 1988, and with the University of Oregon’s Athletic Department since 2001 where he supports student-athletes cope with mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues. Mikula has extensive experience in the design, development and implementation of treatment models, including those focused on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. He has cultivated a close working relationship with treatment providers in the mental health, chemical dependency, and physical health fields. Mikula played collegiate tennis at St. Leo University in Florida.

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Monday, June 24, 2019

Kaylen Storms 2020 Softball Catcher - Catching Skills Video


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This 85 Page E-Book is a 16 Week, 2 Days/Week Strength Training Program for Baseball and Softball Catchers of all ages. It is broken down into 4, 4-Week Phases.

Within this E-Book you will find the Program Details, Guidelines and Rules, Needs Analysis, Terminology, Workout Sheets and Images and Descriptions of how to perform each exercise in each phase.

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Austin Wasserman

Owner/Founder of Wasserman Strength, LLC
My name is Austin Wasserman and I am the Owner and Founder of Wasserman Strength, LLC and High Level Throwing® with two locations in Nashua, NH and Deerfield Beach, FL. Wasserman Strength, LLC has grown from a part-time passion to a full-time career with two facilities, clients of all ages from around the country to MiLB and MLB athletes following our instructional information!

My goal is to help educate athletes and coaches on Strength and Conditioning Protocols specific to Baseball and Softball Catchers in order to maximize their Movement Patterns, Motor Control, Hip Mobility, Strength, Power, Energy System Training and Tissue Quality!

Friday, June 7, 2019

US Sports Recruiting Spotlight - Ivey Hill #16 Softball Recruiting Video


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How to Become a Softball Pitcher



At the same time, it shouldn’t be confused with the techniques and strategies utilized on the baseball side. It requires a different approach and of course, plenty of practice. In this article, I’ll walk you through some of the basics of fastpitch softball pitching. Whether you’re a coach, parent, or player, these points will help start you on the path to success.
Mechanics
First and foremost, mechanics are critical. This can’t be stressed enough. Without the proper mechanics, you’re not only going to struggle to find success on the field, but there is an increased susceptibility to injuries later on down the road. While mechanics is a broad term and could easily fill an article by itself, I wanted to stress the primary points here.
Stretching - Something as basic as stretching is ignored countlessly by young athletes. The truth is without an appropriate stretching routine, don’t be surprised when you see shoulder injuries pop up later on.
Proper Stance - Stand straight and tall with your shoulders back. The foot on your throwing arm side will be placed in front of the pitching rubber with the glove-side foot behind the rubber. As a side note, keep in mind that a lot of leagues and associations specify how much of the foot can be touching the rubber.
Backswing - A common misconception is that the speed or height of your backswing is truly what’s generating the heat on the pitch. Yes, it might help a little, but the key is to work at a speed where you still feel comfortable and in control. Don’t rush it too much!
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Arm Moving Forward - Here’s where you’re going to generate the majority of your speed. As you move towards your push-off foot, make sure you’re utilizing your body weight to transfer over more power.
Obviously, there’s more things involved in terms of the entire pitching process, but I wanted to be sure to highlight these items as they tend to be overlooked.
Proper Release
When you’re arm is moving towards the release point, try your best to keep the wrist back. This will allow you to whip it forward upon release. As you release the ball, keep your arm outstretched. Not completely straight, but no more than a little bend. Lastly, continue to stand tall throughout the process. Any bending of the knees will likely result in a loss of speed on the pitch.
Confidence
As is the case in nearly every other sport, confidence is critical to success. If you’re not confident in basketball, you’re not going to trust your shot. If you struggle with confidence in golf, you’re going to miss easy puts. Starting to get the point? Well, this is no different when it comes to fast-pitch softball, particularly for pitchers. Here’s a few tips to think about, whether you’re coaching up a young pitcher or are one yourself:
Don’t let one bad inning spoil your day. You’re going to have some bad games. No matter how good you are, it just happens. Even one of the greatest softball players of all time, Jennie Finch, had some not-so-great performances on the mound.
Learn from your mistakes. A tip that can be used in all walks of life is yet again a viable strategy for softball. If a pitch isn’t working early on in a game, try using some other options you have in your repertoire. It’ll even possibly keep your opponents a little off-balance later on in the game.
Practice Makes Perfect
It can’t be stressed enough the importance practice plays in pitching. If you want to be a successful softball pitcher, you need to have the entire process down to the point where you can consistently repeat it time and time again. The only way to do this is through continuously practicing. If you’re just starting out, work on throwing 10-15 pitches to the point where they’re all strikes. Then, gradually build up that pitch count. A second technique is to work on spins. Toss the ball in the air to yourself and focus on generating some spin on it. What may seem like a trivial exercise can be definitely beneficially is building the right techniques. In the end, the only way you’ll develop your game is through careful instruction and constant practice!




Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Sophie Pell Softball Recruiting Video | Class of 2020


~Sophie Pell~ Class of 2020. She is a shortstop, third baseman, and catcher for Front Royal Fire 18u. She attends Millbrook High School and plays on the Varsity Softball team.

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Education is the most important tool you can use in any training program. At Speed Quest, we want you to have the information you need to reach your goals. Equipment does not necessarily make better athletes. Excellent technique and skill development combined with equipment can make a huge difference. You can rely on us for free educational information through our newsletter and training tips, and support if you do choose to purchase products. Since 1995 our goal has been to provide you with the most cutting-edge training information available. We wish you the most explosive success! Book this course.......