Listen in to get a glimpse of what makes the crew’s skin crawl.  We discuss our top 5 pet peeves on the field.  Mike shares his vision for softball uniforms of the future! #FundamentalFastpitch #TheDugout #PetPeeves #LookGoodFeelGoodPlayGood #Catchers #ItsAForce #Popups #KnowYourCount #Softball

You’re sure to hear “Softball Ready” at almost any ballpark, but what does it mean anyway?  Jess and Heather talk through what being ready means and looks like.  We discuss alternatives to shouting “Softball Ready!” and how to put that responsibility on the athletes. #FundamentalFastpitch #SoftballSchool #SoftballReady #PrePitchPrep #MentalChecklist #PrepSteps #Communicate

Practice - whether you love it or dread it, it’s pivotal to your success on the field.  Jess goes into the qualities of an effective practice, and Heather explains efficiency on the practice field.  We round things out with a discussion about livening practice up with competition. #FundamentalFastpitch #TheHuddle #Practice #Effective #Efficient #HaveAPlan #NoStandingAround

We all know communication is vital in life, and that’s also true in softball.  Learn what type of information should be communicated at the league and select levels.  Communication is the foundation for the many types of relationships developed on the softball field. #FundamentalFastpitch #TheHuddle #Communication #Relationships #Coach

What does Yes, Yes, No mean?  Jess explains how to set yourself up for success in the box while Heather delves into the defensive side of things.  Listen in to learn how your mental approach can make a huge impact on your game.  TLDR: Have a plan! #FundamentalFastpitch #TheDugout #YesYesNo #Plan #MakeAPlay #MentalGame #Mindset

“That parent”  Everyone knows one.  Or maybe you’re “that parent.”  Mike leads us through a conversation about how “that parent” detracts from the game and the girls.  Jess and Heather offer tips on how to be a better fan. #FundamentalFastpitch #TheHuddle #Parents #SoftballMom #SoftballDad #HereForTheGirls #SoftballFan

Listen in as Jess and Heather break down league play at each age group.  We hear about Jess’s short career as a catcher, and the discussion hits a forbidden topic - politics. #FundamentalFastpitch #TheHuddle #LittleLeauge #League #Development #Fundamentals

Welcome! Meet the Fundamental Fastpitch crew!  Longtime softball players, coaches, and students of the game: Jessica Tanner, Heather Maloney, and Mike Brouillette. Jessica and Heather introduce the four categories of Fundamental Fastpitch podcasts to look forward to: Softball School, The Huddle, The Dugout, and Tough Talks. #FundamentalFastpitch #SoftballSchool #TheDugout #TheHuddle #ToughTalks #LetsGo