Measureable Metrics for Softball Tryouts

[CoachJD]

Don't get so wrapped up in measurables that you're not actually evaluating who's good at softball.

 

[daywalkerdad]

Measure:

1. Swing Speed (there are various devices and/or apps for this)
2. Running Speed (whatever the distance, be consistent)
3. Pop times (catchers)
4. Fastest pitch (pitchers)
5. Throwing speed (all position players)

I know a Gold coach who takes the top 15 players in the above categories to determine her team at 16U every season. Doesn't care about ANYTHING else, what team you played for previously, who your hitting coach is, your intangibles, etc.

Curious how they do?
Reminds me of money ball “can he hit”.
For a lot of teams the quality of players at the tryout matters way more than who the coach decides to take.

 

[bsbs]

Bring a tape measure to see who your #1 pitcher will be!