Coaches have a responsibility to form relationships with their players, the parents, and their coaching staff.  The way a coach prioritizes these relationships sets the framework for how everyone else forms relationships.  Listen in for tips on how coaches can create connections, communicate, and resolve conflict.

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5 : Coaches’ Communication with Parents

38 : Know Your Players - Building Relationships

39 : Coaching Styles

102 : Respecting Young Athletes

Heather and Jess talk about the three big connections or relationships players form - player to player, player to coach, and player to parents.  We talk about why players should allow themselves to form connections, what’s in it for them, and ways to foster those connections. Join us for the first of this three part series on creating connections!

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15 : The Competitive Softball Journey

31 : Being Coachable - What Does That Mean?

42 : Why Do You Play Softball?

53 : Softball is What I Do, Not Who I Am

Coaching your daughter impacts the relationship you have with her off the softball field. We talk about what you stand to gain by coaching your daughter, some things to keep an eye out for, and some tips for success.  Choosing to coach your daughter should not be a decision made on a whim.  With some preparation and lots of communication, it can be a rewarding experience for both of you.

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16 : Control the Controllables

20 : The Ride Home

26 : The Coach’s Kid

32 : Comparing Your Kid to Their Teammates
89 : You’ve Been Voluntold to Coach - Now What?

Coaching your daughter impacts the relationship you have with her off the softball field. We talk about what you stand to gain by coaching your daughter, some things to keep an eye out for, and some tips for success.  Choosing to coach your daughter should not be a decision made on a whim.  With some preparation and lots of communication, it can be a rewarding experience for both of you.

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16 : Control the Controllables

20 : The Ride Home

26 : The Coach’s Kid

32 : Comparing Your Kid to Their Teammates

89 : You’ve Been Voluntold to Coach - Now What?

Pregame warm ups set the stage for a productive game. Warm ups should be consistent and get players physically and mentally prepare to compete. Jess and Heather talk about what a warm up should include, how to be flexible when conditions aren't ideal, and situations where it makes sense to think outside the box.

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17 : Simple Softball

29 : The Next Play After an Error

59 : Importance of a Strong, Athletic Stance

61 : Wanting to Hit vs Hoping to Walk

Players and coaches both play a role in baserunning at every level. But as players grow and develop, they should be coached and encouraged to make more baserunning decisions on their own.  As players develop this skill, coaches become an extra set of eyes and ears to aid baserunners in their decision-making.

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10 : Baserunning 101 - Part 1

11 : Baserunning 101 - Part 2

46 : Coaching the Bases

51 : Small Ball - When and Why

80 : Value of a Good, Hard Leadoff

Being respectful to your athletes takes effort, but the payoff comes in the form of earned respect, meaningful relationships, and results on the field.  Heather and Jess talk about ways to show and earn respect on the softball field and beyond.

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31 : Being Coachable - What Does That Mean?

38 : Know Your Players - Building Relationships

39 : Coaching Styles

64 : Your Kid is Listening

Let’s talk gear!  From the must-haves to the extras to the cool bonus stuff.  Hear what gear we use the most and why we include it in our bags.  Coaches need to not only look the part but also be prepared for productive practices and games.  Don’t get overwhelmed though.  You don’t need to empty your bank account in order to coach successfully.

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6 : How to Run an Effective & Efficient Practice

17 : Simple Softball

46 : Coaching the Bases

63 : Lineup Construction

74 : Soft Toss 101

The Fundamental Fastpitch team celebrates the 100 episode milestone.  In just less than a year - and no missed episodes - we’ve had 100 conversations about the sport we love.  From the serious to the goofy to the practical and everything in between, we thank you for tuning in!  

We revisit one of our favorite topics - pet peeves.  Since the early days and our first two pet peeve episodes, our eyes have been opened to all the little things that irk us.  How do our softball icks compare to yours?  

We close things out by giving a sneak peak of what’s to come.  Video podcasts?  Special guests?  Brand new resources for parents and coaches?  Follow us to find out!

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8 : Coaching Pet Peeves - Part 1

9 : Coaching Pet Peeves - Part 2

16 : Control the Controllables

31 : Being Coachable - What Does That Mean?

62 : Keeping Your Cool During Chaos

Traffic control on the softball field?  One of the key responsibilities of the catcher is to communicate with their teammates before and while plays unfold.  We talk about what and how catchers should be communicating.  Also hear how coaches can support their catchers and foster the confidence needed to lead during a game.

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38 : Know Your Players - Building Relationships

54 : What is a Catcher’s Job?

56 : Is She a Pitcher/Catcher? Or Can She Pitch/Catch?