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Championship Practice Organizationwith Mike Candrea,
University of Arizona Head Softball Coach;
2010 Women's College World Series Runner-ups;
Distinguished member of the National Fastpitch Coaches Hall of Fame (1996);
2008 US Olympic Softball Coach;
8X NCAA Champions (including back-to-back in 2006 and 2007), 2004 US Olympic Softball Coach (gold medal)
One of the most successful softball coaches of all time, Mike Candrea, shares how he effectively/efficiently structures his team practices to produce better results during the season! Coach Candrea's success is partially a direct result of being diligent in implementation of effective, well-thought-out practice plans. Candrea shares his recommended list of practice rules and explains the implications and importance of them in effective team building. He also recommends a checklist of drills (all demonstrated) to work on to add variety to your practices. If you want to learn to win and have a team that shows improvement as the season progresses . it all starts with effective practice organization and planning. Coach Candrea's ideas are time- and team-tested and will help you improve your team by showing you how a Championship coach organizes practice.
72 minutes. 2003.
The Softball Pitching Factory: Windmill Pitching 101!with Nancy Evans,
DePaul University Assistant Coach;
former University of Arizona Assistant Softball Coach,
#1 All-time Winning Percentage in NCAA (.938) as a player, 1998 National Player of the Year, 6 NCAA Championships (as player & coach)
Coach Nancy Evans has been successful at every level of her playing and coaching career, as she developed into the top college pitcher as a two-time All-American and has the all-time NCAA best winning percentage (.938), currently plays professional softball and coaches at one of the premiere college softball programs in the US. Through her experience and instruction, Coach Evans has gained a comprehensive knowledge in every aspect of becoming a complete pitcher and shares in this video the step-by-step progression to develop and succeed as a windmill pitcher. Using one-on-one player-coach demonstration, Evans breaks down every step in the pitching process from choosing the best grip to the full pitch and fielding position. Coach Evans moves through a progression of drills to develop the correct mechanics in every stage of the pitch and strongly emphasizes mastering skills through monotonous repetition and consistent practice routines in route to better accuracy, correct spin, and pitch speed. This step by step progression of the basics and fundamentals of windmill pitching can be applied and practiced at any level from beginner to advanced, and is essential to learning how to pitch the correct way!
77 minutes. 2005.
Hitting 101with Linda Wells,
former Arizona State University Head Softball Coach,
Distinguished member of the National Fastpitch Coaches Hall of Fame (1991);
Dutch National Softball Team Coach (2008 Olympics),
2004 Head Olympic Coach - Greek National Team
Learn proper hitting mechanics, principles, drills, and tips from one of the best hitting instructors in softball. In this DVD, Coach Wells gives comprehensive and detailed instruction on becoming a successful hitter. To teach the concepts effectively, Coach Wells takes a hitter through all stages of physical and mental preparation and execution beginning in the on-deck circle and ending with a full swing. Wells breaks down all of the mechanics of the swing in a step-by-step progression, including stance, box positioning, load and stride, hand and head position, the full swing, contact points, and follow-through. She also discusses hitting various pitches such as the curveball, screwball, riseball, dropball, and change-up, as well as situational hitting. Coach Wells then shares over 15 drills and tips to develop and master the proper swing mechanics and principles to become a consistent, successful hitter at any level of the game!
33 minutes. 2005.
Slap Hitting 101with Linda Wells,
former Arizona State University Head Softball Coach,
Distinguished member of the National Fastpitch Coaches Hall of Fame (1991);
Dutch National Softball Team Coach (2008 Olympics),
2004 Head Olympic Coach - Greek National Team
Add or develop a dynamic component of your offense by utilizing and maximizing the slap-hitter. Coach Wells, with over 900 wins, has developed lethal offensive teams and has successfully utilized the slap-hitter as an offensive threat. In this video, Coach Wells has a former player and slap hitting specialist demonstrate and explain what it takes to become a successful slap hitter. They first discuss the process of converting and developing a slap hitter, advantages of slap hitting, and bat selection for slap hitters. Next, they discuss and demonstrate the sequencing of slap hitting by walking through the box positions, footwork, hand motion, body movement, types of slaps, making adjustments, and utilizing the fake slap and bunts. Coach Wells then shares multiple progression drills to develop and perfect the mechanics and timing of slap hitting using tee work, toss drills, and pitching machines. Slap hitters will learn how to effectively read the defense, gain bat control, put the ball down, and get down the line for team success!
28 minutes. 2005.
Infield and Outfield Skills & Drillswith Tim Walton,
University of Florida Head Coach;
2009 Women's College World Series runner-up;
2009 & 2008 SEC Coach of the Year;
2008 Women's College World Series semifinalists
Coach Walton knows how to maximize his fielders' performance and has a record setting 70-win season to prove it. With the help of his Assistant Coach Jenny Gladding, Walton shows you an extensive list of drills they use to get the most out of their infield and outfield. Ground balls, short hops, double plays, bunts, plays at the plate, deep fly balls, drop steps and plays off the wall are just some of the skills and exercises Walton delivers. He also covers the importance of good communication, working with other fielders, getting every player involved and being prepared for any defensive situation. A great team starts with a great defense, so prepare your team with these proven drills.
109 minutes. 2009.
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