Video killed the old-school coach. Come, join the 21st century and take advantage of digital video in your practices. I share my trials and errors using video and where it has been really beneficial.

5 stars. This is the best book I have seen on Fastpitch softball pitching, by far. It systematically removes the mystery clouding pitching and covers every single aspect of the position. An absolute must-buy for anyone serious about coaching or pitching Fast Pitch Softball.

Everything you wanted to know about the Infield Fly Rule per the ASA rule book. I also share an easier way to remember when the rule applies, as well as the hand signal that the umpire uses.

The final article in the series covering the history of the sport. From its humble beginnings in the Chicago area, Softball has become the largest recreational sport in the USA, and fast pitch softball is played all over the world.

The second in a series of three timeline articles covering the major events in the history of the sport of Softball. This article includes the formation of the first girls indoor baseball league, and the huge softball tournament held at the World's Fair in 1933.

Did you know that softball was created after a football game at a rowing club with a boxing glove as a ball and was played indoors? Neither did I! This is the first of a series of time lines that tell the history of softball.

Defending the Dropped Third Strike requires understanding the rule and good communication between the catcher and the first baseman. Striking out a batter and then having her end up on first base is one of the more frustrating things that can happen to a team.

Aside from just playing catch with or otherwise working with your daughter, I can't think of a better way to spend quality softball-time with your child than taking her to see a college Softball game. She will be thrilled, and you may find that you have an enjoyable time as well.

How hard is it to hit a Fast Pitch softball compared to a baseball? This article derives the reaction time for a softball pitch and calculates the equivalent baseball pitch in miles per hour. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using video vs. a radar gun to calculate speeds.

If you think you know how to bunt a softball, you're probably wrong. I take a look at the physics behind bunting a pitched ball and conclude that the traditional bunting method leaves a lot to be desired.