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    JR. High Pitch Sequence to Good Hitter

    I have a jr. high pitcher who throws 56 - 57 mph and has a change up, but hasn't developed any other pitches. What pitch sequence and position would you throw to a very good batter? What types of things do you look for to make decisions or where to position pitches? We are playing a team at...
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    Where to put the girl who is not quite ready?

    A little background I coach a high school team from a smaller school. We play in one of the best conferences in Illinois and have been really competitive in the past. Our pitchers throw from 56 - 59 MPH, with changes and drops. The problem is that I can juggle the defensive lineup a number...
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    Teaching Runners to Leave the Base?

    Speaking at the high school level or 16U/18U, I was wanting input about if there was a specific part of the pitching motion that you have runners(assuming they are using a rocker start) begin thier lead-off. I realize some girls have quicker reflexes but what is your key starting point.
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    Fielding Question - the scoop or pull in?

    I went to a clinic about a month ago and Pam Newton was talking about two methods of fielding. Basically the scoop, you field the ball and scoop it out and away from your body into the throwing positon. Second is the pull into your stomach and pop up into the throwing postion. I was wandering...
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    Hitting Questions?

    What are some of the best drills to keep the hitter from pulling their front shoulder off of the ball? Are one-handed drills effective and what are some of the most common if they are used? Also, what is the best instructional video that explains hitting philosophy as well as drills used?

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