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    College Softball Housing Question

    I understand that every situation is probably different, but I was curious to hear the experiences of some of you that had DD who have played at various colleges. Do the girls typically live in dorms? Are there typically specific athletic dorms/floors of dorms where the team is generally in the...
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    IR Screwball Question??

    Ok folks...for some reason I am having a very difficult time reconciling this in my head. I have attempted to search the forum for previous discussion in this to no avail (doesn't mean it's not there). My initial thought is that my question is so dumb that there was never any reason for it to...
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    QUALIFIED Instructor Indianapolis, Nashville, Louisville or St. Louis HELP!

    I am looking for a qualified pitching instructor for my 14 yr old DD. I can't find anyone locally that is suitable. DD and I have/continue to learn a TON from this site and she works diligently to improve. Frankly, I still think it is portent to have another set of eyes, and hands on...
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    Slap vs Bunt Definition

    What is the definition of a slap attempt? I'm curious about this with two strikes on a hitter. Recently, in a tourney the hitter for the opposing team was a slap hitter. She had two strikes and was called out for fouling off an attempt. This is a scenario that happens frequently, but this is...
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    Pitch Callers: What Say You?

    Hey Folks, I am confident a lot of you have called pitches at one time or another. I'm curious to hear your approach when facing slappers. Let's assume for this thread that the girls are high level players. I also realize at times you would be limited by the level of the pitcher you are...
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    Help, One-Handed Drills

    My DD is a right handed hitter. She recently fractured the growth plate of her left wrist while diving for a fly ball. Dr. Ortho has her out for another 4-weeks at least. She is going nuts! I told her I would ask the hitting gurus if there is anything she can be doing to work on her swing with...
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    Need Help From IR Experts?

    Ok Folks--First, I want to say I continue to learn a ton from this site. I haven't posted in quite a while, but I read regularly and am truly thankful for those that contribute. My apologies in advance for what might be a long post. I will TRY to make a long story short. My DD is 14. She has...
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    Curve Ball... Palm Up or Palm Down?

    I would love to hear opinions on which technique you guys prefer? Which is easier to master? Which seems to be more effective? Thanks
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    Turn the barrel???

    I am doing as instructed by FFS. I hijacked one of the threads, so I am starting a new one for my education. I am not sure I understand the "turn the barrel" concept adequately. Can someone please clarify for me? Additionally, what is a good drill to use to achieve the proper turning of the...
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    Help With Bat Sizing Please

    I am having a very difficult time deciding what bat size my DD should be using. She is 5'3/115 with a very muscular build. She had a 31/21 Xeno that she really liked, but it was stolen. She has been swinging various bats as we try to decide what to get next. She seems to have good bat speed...
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    Bicep Pain?

    My DD has been experiencing some lower bicep pain for the last week. It is ONLY painful when throwing overhand. She says she experiences zero pain when pitching. She had a busy TB summer (lots of games), her TB team is practicing 2X weekly as is her MS team, so she is definitely playing quite...
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    Help WithMechanics of Hitting the Inside & Outside Pitch

    This forum really is an incredible resource... I have learned a ton by reading through the threads for the last several months. I have looked for specific detailed information but can't seem to find it (probably just not smart enough to do a proper search). Anyway, my specific question is...
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    Help Finding 2013 Xeno 31" -10

    I know some of you folks are Internet gurus so I am looking for some help. I have been searching for this bat without success. None of our local stores have this size, and I have been unable to find any on the internet anywhere. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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    Feedback on 12-year old mechanics please?

    Folks: I have stalked this site for many many months. I have truly learned to value the opinions of many posters on here. I would love for your to give some feedback on the things you see in her mechanics. Please do not feel the need to sugar coat your thoughts. We are looking for all the...

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