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Yesterday, 11:09 AM

sluggers replied to a thread AC got PI$$ed at me, not sure he has a valid reason in Coaching Softball

You handled it well. You've got a system where any kid has the chance to pitch, which is wonderful. But, you have a responsibility to the...

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Yesterday, 08:40 AM

coach james replied to a thread AC got PI$$ed at me, not sure he has a valid reason in Coaching Softball

No one could have handled this better. Nicely done.

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Yesterday, 08:36 AM

coach james replied to a thread Today is "National P*ss Off a Rec Ball Parent" Day! in Coaching Softball

Your texts and comments are all fine... I can see an issue with the time of day you sent it...

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05-17-2013, 08:48 AM

coach james replied to a thread Dropped Third Strike in Softball Rules Questions

Along the same topic. Is a third strike drop considered "dropped" if the ball hits the plate prior to the mitt, while the batter is swinging even...

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05-17-2013, 01:44 AM

sluggers replied to a thread 2 questions on pitching (sort of) in Softball Pitching

There are two parts to this. First, she has to evaluate her pitching by "walks" and "how many batters hit the ball hard". If a pitcher doesn't...

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05-16-2013, 10:03 PM

coach james started a thread first game this season in Coaching Softball

Just had our first 10u rec game this season. (My youngest dd turned 9 last week)The team we played... 6 of the 9 kids had matching helmets and bat...

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05-16-2013, 04:52 PM

sluggers replied to a thread Commitment in Being a Softball Parent

Better coaches don't have problems with commitment. You set clear expectations at the start of the year, and reward kids who show up and improve. ...

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05-16-2013, 04:13 PM

coach james replied to a thread PreGame Speech- What did I just say?? in Coaching Softball

On my youngest dd's 10u rec team...I ask in the huddle..."Who came to play?" No one should answer! Then I'll ask "Who came to win?" Kids go nuts

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05-16-2013, 03:14 PM

sluggers replied to a thread Seems like I'm pissing everyone off in Softball Discussions

I would have done the same thing, but I wouldn't have talked to the parents. You say this is punishment, but it isn't. You are rewarding a kid...

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05-15-2013, 09:15 AM

coach james replied to a thread Where should pitcher set up when covering home in Softball Discussions

Yes. Love it... you hit the nail on the head here... Passed balls with a runner on third is never good, but if your catcher knows the proper...

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05-15-2013, 09:12 AM

sluggers replied to a thread PreGame Speech- What did I just say?? in Coaching Softball

My usual: 'uh, I don't know who bats first, look at the lineup card on the fence.'

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05-15-2013, 08:54 AM

coach james replied to a thread finger blisters and blood on the ball in Softball Pitching

Good point... IDK??? I've personally never put any on, but my dd does it before every game as a preventative maintenance. She has never commented on...

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05-15-2013, 07:00 AM

coach james replied to a thread PreGame Speech- What did I just say?? in Coaching Softball

Some of these girls at the high school, have language that would make a sailor blush...

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05-15-2013, 06:53 AM

coach james replied to a thread finger blisters and blood on the ball in Softball Pitching

Neosporin and bandaids through the week and a heavy coating of super glue on game day

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05-14-2013, 11:51 PM

sluggers replied to a thread Question for the select or travel coaches in Coaching Softball

At the higher level, few pitchers really know how to play a position other than pitcher. They have the reflexes and the arm, but they rarely have...

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05-14-2013, 02:26 PM

coach james replied to a thread Chelsea Thomas Injury? in College Softball News and Discussions

These issues are why I have three pitchers that simply rotate...And I'm looking for a fourth, I have three "aces" at least that's what I tell them....

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05-14-2013, 02:17 PM

coach james replied to a thread Parents should let their DD just play ball in Being a Softball Parent

AMEN, Roxy!!!

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05-14-2013, 01:45 PM

sluggers replied to a thread How the Brain Tracks a Moving Object in Softball Discussions

I remember when I met my childhood hero, possibly the greatest outfielder in the history of baseball, Willie Mays. The first thing I thought was,...

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05-14-2013, 11:49 AM

sluggers replied to a thread Another phenom story in Softball Discussions

Moving schools because the softball program is weak is letting the tail wag the dog.

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05-14-2013, 08:54 AM

sluggers replied to a thread Another phenom story in Softball Discussions

She probably wanted to play at a HS that has a better softball team. It happens all the time. Recent article featuring her: HIGH SCHOOL...

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05-14-2013, 07:02 AM

coach james replied to a thread Beneficial to fastpitch or not in Softball Hitting Practical

Some of my best players on a 14u TB team played slow pitch until they met me. They all had a slow casted swing, and would fight me tooth and nail...

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05-14-2013, 06:48 AM

coach james replied to a thread change up vs. off speed in Softball Pitching

What is a bird dog???

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05-13-2013, 09:43 PM

coach james replied to a thread change up vs. off speed in Softball Pitching

I'm on par with both of you... I hear commentators on TV constantly calling change ups, off speed and it drives me nuts! I just wasn't sure if it was...

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05-13-2013, 05:29 PM

sluggers started a thread 2013 NCAA Softball Pool in Softball Discussions

Want to prove that your the ace of aces at college softball? Do you want bragging rights on DiscussFastpitch.com? Do you want to prove that X-Pitcher...

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05-13-2013, 05:04 PM

sluggers replied to a thread Wieght Training in Softball Pitching

Of course, why consult experts when we can just make stuff up? You have to distinguish between strength training which uses weight lifting, weight...

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05-13-2013, 03:51 PM

coach james started a thread change up vs. off speed in Softball Pitching

Where I come from an off speed is only a few mph difference from your hard stuff. This is accomplished by tucking the ball deeper into the palm or...

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05-13-2013, 03:51 PM

sluggers replied to a thread DD wraps up 2nd Year of College in College Softball News and Discussions

Great job! Looks like she had a great season. Injuries happen...I think a lot of the time, "winning in the post season" is simply about not...

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05-13-2013, 03:43 PM

coach james replied to a thread Chelsea Thomas Injury? in College Softball News and Discussions

C. Thomas is a beast out there and Mizzu is in big trouble if she's out... I'm really surprised that X hasn't jumped on this thread, we all know how...

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05-13-2013, 01:04 PM

sluggers replied to a thread NCAA Softball Pool in College Softball News and Discussions

My own thoughts on the brackets: So: 1) Oklahoma wins bracket. (Airport greeter: Welcome, Arkansas, Fordham and Marist to the NCAA tourney! ...

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05-13-2013, 12:30 PM

sluggers started a thread NCAA Softball Pool in College Softball News and Discussions

Want to prove that your the ace of aces at college softball? Do you want bragging rights on DiscussFastpitch.com? Do you want to prove that...

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