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    AZ college softball podcast

    A bucket dad from Arizona started a 30 minute podcast about college softball in AZ. The first episode is an interview with Nichole Hennessey, the head coach for Embry-Riddle University. They talked about the program as well as NAIA. It was definitely worth a watch
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    How often does your DD go to lessons?

    I've heard of kids going to lessons every week, but that seems like too much to me. Of course I'd rather not spend the crap ton of money it would take to go every week. But it also seems like a waste. It's not enough time for the player to ingrain whatever the coach is teaching. My idea was to...
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    How would you spend your summer?

    My 15 year-old DD is leaving her "high-level" travel ball team. There is no outrageous drama involved. In essence, it just doesn't make sense for her to stay with the team. She won't improve, she won't enjoy playing for them and there is a massive commitment of time and money. Playing for...
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    Did I screw up my daughter's 1st base mitt?

    This might be the dumbest question you see all day, but I've spent two hours reading DFP posts and I still don't have a clue. My left-handed 15-year-old plays a lot of first base and will be playing more of it this spring. She is a solid player but seems to have an issue where she will have...
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    What is an off-season?

    This is an honest question. The importance of off season training or taking time off is often discussed, but I have never seen a good definition that takes into account year around sports. I would guess that in places where climate is an issue, it would be when the weather is a prohibive factor...
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    New bat in a pinch

    What do you do when you need a bat immediately? DD needed a replacement. Her new Power Carbon arrived (a few days late) today. It lasted 5 swings and it is broken. She has a tournament this weekend. Are there any other options besides driving to Dicks and hoping for the best? Their selection and...
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    How do you beat the heat?

    What strategies do you all use to keep cool during the summer tournaments? What sort of sun shades are best? Has anyone tried swamp coolers or portable AC units? How about power sources? I've seen generators, but they can be loud. Has anyone tried a power cell? I'm a desert dweller, and I don't...
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    Anyone have thoughts on this Twitter thread?

    I thought this might stir up some conversation. Especially the "gyro spin" take.
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    Is it unreasonable to assume that club coaches will develop hitting?

    My DD's team does not spend a lot of time with batting practice. At first I thought that maybe it wasn't a top priority. They have a lot to work on. But it is pretty common for her to get at most 5 swings a week at practice. The coach does individual lessons for an additional fee, around $60 an...
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    Practice ball recommendations

    I have a bucket full of ratty old softballs that I would like to replace. DD is a pitcher and uses them almost everyday. I'm looking for something close to a game ball that won't wear out too quickly. We live in the desert and balls take a beating. Inexpensive would be great, but I have learned...
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    Any reason you shouldn't buy a swing tracker?

    I've been eyeing these things for a while, and there are some decent Black Friday sales happening now. They look like they could be really helpful, and to be honest, fun to play with. Is there a downside to them? Do they encourage swing patterns that are suboptimal? Are there bad habits that...
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    How much running does you team do?

    DD is on a 12U team that is part of a club that goes up to 18U. They run constantly. They run at least 30 minutes every practice. One practice a week is dedicated to running. They don't touch a ball. They have daily homework that usually includes 20-25 minutes of running. DD likes to run, and...
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    Regressing with practice

    My 12yo DD has been working with a Tincher coach we like a lot for 10 months. DD takes practice very seriously, but her performance almost seems random. She will literally throw 13 K shutouts, then throw nothing up uncatchable wild pitches...for several weeks. It doesn't seem like her practice...

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