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    WTS 3-Bats

    That LXT is the 2020 version (X20)
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    WTB - Used left-handed throw catcher's mitt

    I know you're looking for used, but the glove at this link has an easy break-in, https://www.justballgloves.com/product/mizuno-franchise-34--fastpitch-softball-catchers-mitt--gxs90f4/33719/#attr=251569. I had the baseball version a few years ago and although it was very well padded, it didn't...
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    WTS Left Handed Catcher's Mitt

    Updated price: $120 shipped
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    Pitching work

    Don't know if she already does strength training, but if not, that can help her continue her growth. Evaluating her mechanics to better refine them is always something to look at.
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    WTS Left Handed Catcher's Mitt

    I got it from a dealer that sells Hatakeyama/Hi-Gold/Yabai gloves.
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    WTS Left Handed Catcher's Mitt

    I have a 33" left handed catcher's mitt available made out of steerhide and is in like new condition. It still needs to be broken in. It is a baseball mitt design, but it can fit a 12" softball with no problem. It also has a wide hand stall so it can fit a large hand (great for lefty bucket...
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    Left Handed Throw Catchers Mitt for dad

    IMO, that is a beautiful mitt! I tried it out and although the fit was nice, it is likely too small for fastpitch with it's 32.5" size and it is super stiff. I even tried catching my son who pitches in baseball and it felt small for that, but I'm no pro catcher either...
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    Left Handed Throw Catchers Mitt for dad

    I know you have a budget, but this mitt here will last a very long time. I have had mine for 3+ years and even with my oldest DD now touching 60-62 and more movement, I still don't feel a thing...
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    Strength training vs Pitching reps

    I would say that both are important. Strength training helps to build muscle and stamina while pitching reps help refine/reinforce mechanics to better spin and locate each type of pitch. Speed will increase over time as they continue to grow. I found that with my daughter, the strength training...
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    Why we need some kind of pitch/inning count in softball!

    If pitching is something your DD enjoys, don't let this discourage her. My oldest DD has had a similar journey. She started 12U at 5', 80 lbs. throwing 40 mph max. A year later, 44 mph; half a year after, 50 mph. She got stuck in the 52-54 mph window to finish 12U and start 14U. Her puberty and...
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    Good non-$200 A2000 glove options

    I'd highly recommend an All-Star CMW3000 or 3001 mitt (right at $200). I am a lefty myself and bought it to catch my two daughters. I have had it for 2.5 years and it is still in great shape, holding its form! Only have gotten one thumb stinger on it but it was my fault for not being ready to...
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    Why are they using this starting Stance?

    This load is what my DD started doing a few months ago (feet start under the hips, but her left heel drops behind right foot). I asked her how that developed, because it's not something we work on. I noticed that if she doesn't focus on getting her energy forward, she over rotates and the ball...
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    Quest for pitching knowledge

    Well, she didn't wait for summer. My DD hit a 60 twice today! I think she's been motivated by a big game coming up this Tuesday against our long-standing cross-town rivals 😉. Beyond proud of her and she's happy to see her efforts paying off. Time for a new goal...
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    Quest for pitching knowledge

    Yes, there was a noticeable improvement, although she experienced a significant growth spurt the past couple of years too. She started the Rugged/HLP program in Oct 2020 peaking at 48 mph (age 12.25, 5', 80 lbs). By end of Jan 2021, she hit 52. By end of July 2021, she peaked at 57. Over the...
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    Quest for pitching knowledge

    My DD has used the High Level Pitching (HLP) program through Rugged Softball and Coach Jenn for the past 2+ years. It definitely uses the foundation of HLT but specific to pitching movements. It focuses on learning strong positions and leveraging, which coincidentally feel more comfortable to...
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    9 Hole Target

    Each have their pros and cons. For the 9 hole target that attaches to the net, the benefit is that the balls all collect rather easily in the net. The downside is that after so many pitches to the target, the small weights holding the target strips break loose and the fabric starts to curl and...
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    Looking to Buy 2018 Louisville Xeno 34/24

    This might have something for you: https://www.playitagainsports.com/products/5068/softball-fastpitch-bats
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    2021 vs 2023 Rawlings Mantra

    The Mantra 2.0 feels a bit more balanced according to my DD, but still overweight by ~1 oz on the scale (32" coming in at 22.9 oz).
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    Pitching gurus, Need advice with pitching style...

    My oldest DD that converted from HE to IR had to work on this same tendency where she got on top of the ball at around 11 o'clock. She'd try to recover and get under it again but it made for an odd arm circle. For this pitcher I also see bending at the waist, which is another HE tendency. I...
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    Easton Professional 1st base mitt

    I have gotten two Easton gloves for my DD; one an 11.5" softball glove, the other an 11.75" baseball glove. I would definitely stay away from the softball gloves. It only lasted 6 months and at the end was like a floppy pancake. On the other hand, the baseball glove has been doing a lot better...

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