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  1. Ken B

    Why Play Softball?

    Originally posted by Cory McLaughlin at the WA State Fastpitch Page: These thoughts popped into my head today so I jotted this down. Hope it helps bring perspective. There is no future in softball. The game does not carry any hopes for a multi million dollar contract or even a living wage for...
  2. Ken B

    ‘22 Watch List

    Any favorites? https://www.ncaa.com/news/softball/article/2022-02-09/college-softball-season-preview-top-pitchers-watch-2022?fbclid=IwAR1yj2vROVNWQ1u1sR3SyYDBFIExaiAiojEtlaAXoSd46eb45W7ZTzsORiU
  3. Ken B

    Wet Glove Care

    I have a parent that left his gear bag with three nice pieces of leather in the back of his truck that got soaked during a rain storm. Any suggestions for drying and caring for them? Thanks!
  4. Ken B

    Rawlings HOH Custom: Palm Pad?

    I’m ordering a custom Rawlings HOH mitt below and don’t know what I should select for a palm pad? Any suggestions? Thanks ahead, Ken
  5. Ken B

    Favorite Threads and Pages

    Some of my favs: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kPDpB8W_mcb1aCQkRqsAY4gRLLWFulh6ndatlK6KjdA/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rGzBWiCNXorH7sv5lvbAkB_u9WDTfuQMBPUn-fv0t9Q/edit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfxecAGYoi5Hav_GIfV47yA https://balswickfastpitch.com/videos/...
  6. Ken B

    A2000 Custom 1st Basemen’s Mitt

    My daughter is wanting to order a custom A2000 1st basemen’s mitt, but as we started the order, we got confused. Her current mitt is a 13 inch Worth Liberty Advanced that is getting flimsy on the finger side. As we look at the custom design page, we’re not sure what size and web to order. And...
  7. Ken B

    Whip/IR vs Hello Elbow

    “Hello Elbow” might look like these: Softball Pitching: How To Pitch a Softball | Softball Drills & Tips Video Library | PlaySportsTV Hello Elbow can be characterized by these points: -Ball facing 2nd base at 12 o'clock -Wrist cocked back--ready to snap -Arm speed is critical -Ball is pushed...
  8. Ken B

    Strength and Conditioning for Pitchers

    In addition to a dynamic warm up, the following exercises are considered to be very good for pitchers: Here are a couple exercises that can be done as part of a warm up: . . Drive Mechanics (by javasource) contains several plyometric and core strengthening exercises...
  9. Ken B

    DFP Roll Call for Ft Wayne Pauly Clinics

    Curious to know how many DFPer's are headed to the Pauly clinic in Ft Wayne next weekend? Really looking forward to meeting everyone! Should be an awesome weekend!
  10. Ken B

    Easton Torq Failed Bat Check

    I got a message from my daughter saying her Torq failed the bat check. They said it was too hot! The bat is less than a year old and secondary to her Ghost. I don't think she really uses it for much other than occasional BP. Has anyone else's Torq failed a bat check? The Ghost seems hotter...
  11. Ken B

    Pitch Calling

    I’m hoping to put some information together to give to pitchers/catchers, parents and coaches on some key points in calling pitches. Balswick suggested I look into this guy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EDP3GNG?ref=aw_sitb_digital-text Any other resources out there?
  12. Ken B

    18 Up, 18 Down

    Katie Sutherland-Finch getting it done in Australia: https://www.facebook.com/1239507892752161/posts/2248613015174972/
  13. Ken B

    Barnhill ‘19

    Has anyone seen Barnhill this season? Curious to know if she’s stepped up her game?
  14. Ken B

    How To Post a New Thread

    Here's some suggestions for how to post a new thread: Whenever possible, try to navigate the site from a desktop/laptop. Even a tablet or phone in "desktop" mode is a better experience. Tapatalk really hinders your ability to surf well. From the "Softball Pitching" main page, click "Post New...
  15. Ken B

    Pocket Radar Smart Coach!

    Check out the newest Pocket Radar called the Smart Coach! In addition to being able to run it off an external power source, you can do all sorts of cool stuff from an iPhone or iPad. Specs and details are at the bottom of this page...
  16. Ken B

    Bobby Dickerson

    "Let the ball travel."
  17. Ken B

    Another Great Pitching Resource

    Check out/like this FB page for some good pitching info: https://www.facebook.com/Fastpitch-Pitching-Doug-Romrell-1526260944156486/?hc_ref=ART8Kscm97GvfiyLj0eSa7fdRXj6Ha3WSeG2-N-5w7HvJMANIenDzKD00uDTAwpjx-M&fref=nf We really need more resources like this!
  18. Ken B

    RevFire

    Added: Apologies for the misinformation. I should have checked more closely before posting. Looks like the only option is to get on a list for when they're released. Get yours now: https://revfire.com If the link doesn't work, Google "revfire" for better results. Enjoy
  19. Ken B

    Fastpitch Foundations PacNW Tour 8/11 & 8/12

    Fastpitch Foundations PacNW Tour 8/11 & 8/12 I'm excited to host Mike Muhleisen (javasource) who will be facilitating a weekend pitching clinic series for pitchers, parents and coaches. Guest clinicians are Anna Miller (formerly USC Upstate and Pennsylvania Rebellion,) Doug Romrell and Ken...
  20. Ken B

    The Korean National Team is Looking for a PC

    ATTN: The Korea Baseball Softball Association (KBSA) is looking for a qualified pitching coach for the Korean National Softball Team in preparation for the upcoming Asian Games and Olympics. If you are interested, please contact DJ.Wabick@usssa.com Looks like fun! Any takers?

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