Coaches Corner
Rochester Youth Fastpitch Softball Association is focused on developing the next generation of softball players. To help us accomplish this goal, we will continuously update this page with resources for our coaches and volunteers.
Intro to softball series
Intro to softball
Series 1: Building in the basics
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Intro to softball
Series 2: Building on the basics
In the second part of our intro to softball series, Chad outlines a series of drills to help build on the basics of softball, especially for 6U and 8U coaches and players.
Throwing
Throwing Progression: Lesson 1 – The Basics
The fundamentals of throwing mechanics are key to developing softball players at all age levels. In this video, Chad outlines the essential elements to throwing the softball.
Throwing Progression: Lesson 2 – Step and stretch
In the second less of throwing progression, Chad brings it all together; step, stretch, Big L and follow through.
Pitching
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Pitching series 1: At-home pitching drills
In this video, our player development director Chad introduces viewers to a series of pitching drills that can be done in your backyard.
Intro to Pitching: Lesson 1 – The basic form
In this first of three videos, Chad demonstrates the foundational aspects of softball pitching.
Intro to Pitching: Lesson 2 – The full sequence
In this video, Chad bring together all of the elements to get the girls set up for early pitching success.
Intro to Pitching: Lesson 3 – Spinning the softball
In the final intro to pitching video, Chad offers an exercise for young pitchers to practice spinning the softball.
Practice plans
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Practice plans #1
In the first of a series, Chad draws out (literally) his favorite practice drills for coaches of all levels.