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  1. Fury_Mike

    Mid-Season Player Reviews

    I plan on doing a mid-season player review for my players (with their parents), to discuss what they are doing well, and their opportunities for improvement.I'm not sure that it should matter, but these are 10U girls. I want them to start with where they believe they are, and then move to my...
  2. Fury_Mike

    Looking for Tournament Selection Help

    After 8 memorable years, my team finished the 2022/23 season, and the eligible players are off playing college ball. They want to come home next summer and play a tourney together. I'm looking for tournament suggestions in the Midwest that allow college players to play. We are out on Northern...
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    Coaches interference question

    Can someone clarify the rules behind coaches in the coaching box as far as interference. USA rules are fine. I’ve been told two different things, I have to not move because if I get run into its consider interfering. And I was just told today that I have to make a reasonable attempt, to get out...
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    Looking for feedback on the 2022 and 2023 Monstra Athetics Fastpitch Bats

    I know they are a big player in the slow pitch world, and now they are in the fastpitch market. 2022 Hype 2023 Torch 2023 Fulcrum Has anyone used one? Core, is a brand you carry or recommend?
  5. Fury_Mike

    2023 new bat technology/releases

    Any work on 2023 bat technologies and release dates? I'm hearing the Ghost will come out in limited supply over the next few weeks. Core do you have any insight on new releases?
  6. Fury_Mike

    Looking for ideas on how to keep a pitching mat from sliding on an indoor turf surface

    It’s the kind of turf that has the rubber “pellets” in it. The mat moves all over, especially with the older girls.
  7. Fury_Mike

    Should coaches or catchers call pitches?

    This is one of my favorite discussions. I certainly have my opinions, but I'd like to hear what others thoughts are on the topic.
  8. Fury_Mike

    Looking for some help on the Marucci Echo Connect Fastpitch bat

    I have players the are tired of investing and reinvesting in the Ghost. They are considering buying a 33/-10 or 32/-10 Echo connect. I’m looking for feedback on its performance and durability. The girls play on a 16U premier level team.
  9. Fury_Mike

    Need done pitching help

    I have a pitcher who does a nice job exploding with both arms but has recently developed a bad “habit” of not sequencing the glove back down with the ball at release. She literally holds her glove out Half way down. It’s not allowing her the sequence correctly and is causing pain on the inside...
  10. Fury_Mike

    Is this catchers interference?

    A Batter squares to fake bunt. While he is pulling the bat back it hits the catchers glove. Is that considered catcher interfearance?
  11. Fury_Mike

    Anyone have any intel on the new Rawlings Mantra?

    Or any other new technology in 2021 bats?
  12. Fury_Mike

    Has anyone ever had a pitch who's hand and fingers really swell up after pitching

    Some pain involved, but not significant. Thoughts? Medical diagnosis?
  13. Fury_Mike

    RevFire2 App

    Did I miss something? Is the RevFire2 app no longer available? I can’t pair with my Bluetooth so I deleted the app and tried to reload it but can’t for it anywhere
  14. Fury_Mike

    Any on-site on new Bat technologies for 2021?

    New DeMarini, LXT, Zeno, Ghost? always looking for an advantage
  15. Fury_Mike

    2021 Bats, New Technolgy

    Any word from those in the know on what’s coming out in 2021 for advanced bat technology?
  16. Fury_Mike

    Pitching injury help needed

    I’ve come across to injury’s recently, one that’s somewhat common the second I’ve never seen before. The first: pitchers elbow continues to hit the hip at IR causing severe bruising and pain. Two things that I see are that she swims with her glove and swings her but out to open her hips...
  17. Fury_Mike

    Looking for help and thoughts on using a recruiting service

    I’m interested in recommendations on recruiting services for a Midwest based team, with D1 & D2 athletes. Any cost/benefit input would be appreciated. There are so many out there, and mixed opinions as to whether they are worth the money.
  18. Fury_Mike

    Looking for help on the peel drop

    I've taught both the peel and turnover drop, but I'm moving more towards favoring the peel because it is so much harder to identify (my opinion). I was looking for input from other instructors, pitchers, or experts on the pitch. Seems to be more popular with men than woman and I'm wondering...
  19. Fury_Mike

    Looking for some help on program handbooks

    I’ve been tasked with rewriting our program handbook. We are a highly competitive travel program with 11 teams ranging from 9-18U. I’m specifically looking for some help/examples in a few areas: Coaches “contract” or agreement. What are your expectations of your coaches and/or what do you hold...
  20. Fury_Mike

    Use of Sabermetrics

    just curious how many coaches out there use sabermetrics for building line-ups. I was introduced to it a few years ago and sware by it now.

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