- Jun 7, 2015
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So I've been playing fastpitch since I was 8. I'm 22 now. From the time I was 10, all I've done was pitch. Living in a rural town on the east coast, I played high school ball at a 2A school. For those of you who don't know what that is, here's an explanation: Public schools here play by school size. 1A is smallest and 6A is the largest. Generally speaking, the bigger the number, the tougher the competition. I played club ball for a decent team where I pitched and played second base a little. After my senior year of high school, I found my way to two different juco's for pitching. After I came home, I found a school to help out at. My first year I was there for the varsity pitching only. The second year, I was "promoted" to varsity assistant coach. After the season was over, I was presented the opportunity to take over the school's middle school softball. I took the job... But to be honest, I'm a little worried. I know the game backwards and forwards as a player, but it feels totally different as a coach. Any tips on how to transition from player to coach? Last year, I was extremely timid. I second guessed myself a lot because I only played at the juco level, and to be honest, I didn't play a whole lot. I almost don't feel qualified. I don't want to go into a season feeling this way. It seems like I struggle with taking charge and figuring out a practice plan. I know several pitching drills, but not so many for IF/OF. Please, guys. I want to be good at this! Any and all advice would be great!
Please, no bashing! I'm trying.
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Please, no bashing! I'm trying.
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