This week on episode 38, Shannon McDougall discusses the philosophy behind hitting and hitting techniques. Some coaches have set rules for hitters to go by, but this theory isn't always the best approach. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
This week on episode 37, Shannon McDougall talks about goal setting. Who sets the goals, who monitors them, and who actually achieves them or strives to achieve them? Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
Thank you for joining Shannon on episode 36 to learn the importance of record keeping not only as coaches but for your players too. There are more benefits than just for use on statistics for your team. Join us next week as we dive into Athlete Goals. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
Thank you for joining Shannon on episode 35 to gain a better understanding of the importance of communicating and giving feedback to your players. The most common way is relaying criticism. Communication deals with both verbal and non verbal cues. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
Thank you for joining Shannon on episode 34 to learn better ways to approach and plan preseason practices. This is important for keeping your players interest in the off season, which can be difficult when you might be confined to a space such as an indoor gym. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On episode 33 Shannon brings us her insight into the many ways to hit and the pitfalls that can come with finding the right one. This is an important skill for a players future in the sport and every coach has their own philosophy when it comes to hitting. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon talks about an incredibly useful tool on and off the field. The White Board, can visualize many different aspects of the game. Drawing out the plays and drills for the team to see is a huge benefit to understanding the goal. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon covers mental training skills and their introduction during the preseason. Most of us know these are important and players can benefit from them, but most players focus on the tactical and technical game over the psychological. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon talks about the challenge zone. What is it? This is the zone that is important to focus on for keeping players engaged and to prevent losing focus. How can we keep players from getting bored? Listen for key tips on working with your players. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
Welcome to episode 200! On this episode Shannon talks about the benefits of taking risks and when it is most appropriate in the game. Softball and Baseball can be thought of as a percentage game. We know its gonna happen and when depending on certain actions and reactions. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon will discuss the best practices in preparing for softball tournaments. What is the best course of action between games and how do we benefit from them? Listen in as Shannon gives her expert advice on this subject. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon will discuss how important it is for coaches to assist their players in selecting a new bat for their level of play. There are a wide range of prices and types of bats out there to choose from. It is crucial to pick the right bat. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
On this episode Shannon will discuss the methods for getting the most suitable players recruited to your team. Every year most teams will be looking to fill at least one spot on their roster. Listen now to hear her perspective on this challenge. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
After a short hiatus The Softball Academy Show has returned with your host Shannon McDougall. She will be discussing the process behind selecting the right softball drills for your team. Feel free to email questions for future shows to Coach@SoftballTutor.com Visit Shannon's website at SoftballTutor.com. This podcast is a part of the Fastpitch Radio Network. See all our shows and media at FastpitchRadio.com. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "Which Women's Pro Softball League Formed in 1976?" New questions each week on The Trivia Show with your host Gary Leland. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "Who was the original pitcher for the legendary men's softball team, The King and His Court" New questions each week on The Trivia Show with your host Gary Leland. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Newsletter http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/GooglePlus http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube http://Fastpitch.TV/Pinterest Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "In what year was the game of softball invented?" Each week on The Trivia Show your host Gary Leland brings you a fastpitch softball trivia question. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Newsletter http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/GooglePlus http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube http://Fastpitch.TV/Pinterest Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "What year did they hold the first Division 1 NCAA softball tournament?" Each week on The Trivia Show your host Gary Leland brings you a fastpitch softball trivia question. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Newsletter http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/GooglePlus http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube http://Fastpitch.TV/Pinterest Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "Which 2 Softball Players Have Their Bats Featured at Louisville Sluggers Walk of Fame?" Each week on The Softball Trivia Show your host Gary Leland brings you a fastpitch softball trivia question. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Newsletter http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/GooglePlus http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube http://Fastpitch.TV/Pinterest Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor
This episodes trivia question is a simple one, so now its time to play! "What team was the first to win the Division 1 NCAA Women's College World Series?" Each week on The Softball Trivia Show your host Gary Leland brings you a fastpitch softball trivia question. Feel free to email questions for future shows to FastpitchTV@gmail.com. Our Social Media Sites: http://Fastpitch.TV/Facebook http://Fastpitch.TV/Instagram http://Fastpitch.TV/Newsletter http://Fastpitch.TV/Twitter http://Fastpitch.TV/GooglePlus http://Fastpitch.TV/YouTube http://Fastpitch.TV/Pinterest Gary leland is a new media producer of fastpitch softball. information. For advertising information send him an email to Gary@Fastpitch.TV, or visit his personal website site at http://GaryLeland.com for more information on Gary. Please visit our sponsor