with Karen Linder, Head Coach, Kent State University, 2X MAC Champions; 2X MAC Coach of the Year; over 600 career victories
In this video, Linder details what it takes to develop a defensive system that fits your team. She diagrams and demonstrates all the possible bunt coverages, steal defenses, and 1st & 3rd base defenses. She discusses passed balls, fly ball priorities and relays. All demonstrations and drills are shown clearly using youth softball players.
with Eugene Lenti, DePaul University Head Coach; Coach Lenti ranks 10th all-time among DI coaches with 983 wins, and is a 2008 inductee to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame
Before hitting the field for practice, Coach Lenti lets players know that practice is done at game speed. In this clinic-setting presentation, Lenti begins with the proper throwing grip as well as correct fielding technique and footwork. From there he moves into special tosses and flips, including backhand flips and the underhand toss. Lenti believes that situations must be worked on each day - he includes the pitchers' technique to execute a 1-2-3 double play. Lenti demonstrates a number of his favorite drills to use during practice. He also talks about the importance of the mental side of the game to good defensive teams.
with Eugene Lenti, DePaul University Head Coach; Coach Lenti ranks 10th all-time among DI coaches with 983 wins, and is a 2008 inductee to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame
Three essential skills of defensive softball - diving, bunting and outfield drills - are presented by Coach Lenti in this excellent clinic-setting session. In the diving segment, Lenti discusses diving "rules," fundamentals, techniques, pre-game preparation and more. Coach Lenti explains a dozen drills that prepare athletes for competition. Lenti's third part is devoted to bunting - keeping the ball fair and squaring up to the ball are fundamentals touched on by Lenti. He also explains in detail the sacrifice, push and drag bunts as methods of advancing runners.
The Little Things that Win! Infield Fundamentals, Footwork and Drills
with Eugene Lenti, DePaul University Head Coach; Coach Lenti ranks 10th all-time among DI coaches with 983 wins, and is a 2008 inductee to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame
Before hitting the field for practice, Coach Lenti lets players know that practice is done at game speed. In this clinic-setting presentation, Lenti begins with the proper throwing grip as well as correct fielding technique and footwork. From there he moves into special tosses and flips, including backhand flips and the underhand toss. Lenti believes that situations must be worked on each day - he includes the pitchers' technique to execute a 1-2-3 double play. Lenti demonstrates a number of his favorite drills to use during practice. He also talks about the importance of the mental side of the game to good defensive teams.
52 minutes. 2008.
The Little Things that Win! Diving, Outfield Drills and Bunting
with Eugene Lenti, DePaul University Head Coach; Coach Lenti ranks 10th all-time among DI coaches with 983 wins, and is a 2008 inductee to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame
Three essential skills of defensive softball - diving, bunting and outfield drills - are presented by Coach Lenti in this excellent clinic-setting session. In the diving segment, Lenti discusses diving "rules," fundamentals, techniques, pre-game preparation and more. Coach Lenti explains a dozen drills that prepare athletes for competition. Lenti's third part is devoted to bunting - keeping the ball fair and squaring up to the ball are fundamentals touched on by Lenti. He also explains in detail the sacrifice, push and drag bunts as methods of advancing runners.
62 minutes. 2008.
See all the items in this series!
The Little Things that Win! Infield Fundamentals, Footwork and Drills
The Little Things that Win! Diving, Outfield Drills and Bunting
Featuring: Mike Candrea, Head Coach of the USA Softball Womens National Team
How does the USA National Team hone thier defensive skills? We'll show you. In this volume, you'll see how the team prepares to defend against the best players in the world. With thier gloves, arms and voices, you'll see how each player is in tune with their teammates, and learn the proper techniques to make the tough plays and execute an error-free defense.
with Patty Gasso, University of Oklahoma Head Coach; 2000 National Champions, 3X Big 12 Coach of the Year
Patty Gasso loves coaching defense and believes that championships are won with great defensive effort. And, good team defense will lead to a high level of confidence. In this excellent clinic-setting presentation, Coach Gasso takes a detailed look at positioning for all infielders to successfully defend against slap hitters. The player with the most responsibilities in Gasso's system is the second baseman. Key strategies discussed are the Boomer play, bunt coverage and double plays. Gasso includes a number of situational drills that focus on throwing/quick release and accuracy. In addition, Gasso covers some of her favorite team building strategies.
with Carol Bruggeman, University of Louisville Associate Head Coach; 2X Big East Champions; 2006 Big East Conference coaching staff of the year; former Purdue University Head Coach
In this comprehensive video, Bruggeman explains and demonstrates the basic positioning for each player on the softball field. She demonstrates the correct ready position for both the middle infielders and corner positions. In addition, Bruggeman highlights the importance of good footwork, good throwing technique, and proper base positioning. She demonstrates footwork for the cross over and drop step along with correct positioning at the bases for force plays and tag outs.
with Jacquie Joseph, Head Coach, Michigan State University; 2003 Big Ten Coach of the Year
Coach Joseph provides a comprehensive drill series incorporating more than 25 drills to improve defensive plays. Players demonstrate these drills and cover infield and outfield play as well as pitching and catching. Infield drills include footwork, fielding ground balls, bunts, turning the double play, and completing the force out. Outfield drills include throwing, footwork, catching balls hit overhead, and diving. Blocking pitches and fielding bunts is included in the catching discussion, as well as fielding ground balls from the pitching position.
