Category Archives: Coach Denny (Fast-Pitch Softball)

I went to my oldest daughters 30th birthday party a couple of weeks ago. I told my wife maybe we didn`t belong. We already had her family party and this was for her friends, but my wife insisted that we go for … Continue reading →

Coaches, call for a mandatory parents meeting asap after your team is picked.  Tell the parents what experience you have. If you are a new coach tell them at what levels you played at. If you have no playing or coaching … Continue reading →

Coaching your daughter, if done right, can be a bond that will last long past her sports career.  Spending time together, sharing experiences and sharing the thrill of games played well, are memories that will last a life time. Having … Continue reading →

Here are the main things that I expect out of my captain(s) and what I look for in who I ultimately pick to perform those duties. Be the first to practice and the last to leave on a consistent basis. Make sure equipment is … Continue reading →

At the beginning of each season I assign a different player to provide an inspirational message for each game.  After everyone has done it we start the rotation over.  The quote can be original or something they like or find in … Continue reading →

How does a coach decide who is going to be the team captain(s). Every season I debated how to choose my team captain(s).  The best player is not always the best leader and being captain might affect their play.  The … Continue reading →

With the exception of Competitive Travel Teams, the goal of youth Softball is to win in 7 innings, not to try and slaughter a team in 3 innings.  Being up 7 or 8 runs early means it’s time to stop … Continue reading →

Split your team in half into Offensive and Defensive squads. Take half the Defensive squad and position them between 2nd and 3rd base. Take the other half of the Defensive squad and position them as outfielders between left and left-center. … Continue reading →

This drill helps with infield play as well as team-work.  When doing this drill the players will work on their throws, their catches and their quick release.  It’s also a fun way to have the players pull for each other … Continue reading →

I often find that I have to run practices by myself. I`ve got 14 players that not only need to get their hitting in but also good quality swings. Thats when I bring out my pop toss tees. I can work … Continue reading →