Practice perfect softball

In Practice Perfect Softball , the game's premier coaches share their approaches, experiences, and philosophies of every aspect of practice. This authoritative guide goes beyond the stretches and drills, straight to the heart of winning--effort and attitude. From structuring sessions to evaluating practice performance, you'll find proven and practical recommendations from the all-star lineup of contributors:

* Julie Lenhart

* Rachel Hanson

* Beverly Smith

* Rachel Lawson

* Lisa (Sweeney) Van Ackeren

* Dot Richardson

* Ken Eriksen

* Connie Clark

* Celeste Knierim

* Bill Gray and Melissa Chmielewski

* Lonni Alameda

* Jo Evans

* Jen McIntyre

* Donna Papa

* JoAnne Graf (editor)

Inside, you'll identify and establish practice ethics; assess team strengths; and develop players' skills in the field, on the mound, and at the plate. Developed by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association, Practice Perfect Softball is your guide to developing champions on and off the field.

Julie LenhartRachel HansonBeverly SmithRachel LawsonLisa (Sweeney) Van AckerenDot RichardsonKen EriksenCeleste KnierimConnie ClarkBill Gray and Melissa ChmielewskiLonni AlamedaJo EvansDonna PapaJen McIntyre

Preface	p. vi
Key to Diagrams	p. viii
Chapter 1 Establishing a Strong Work Ethic	p. 1
Chapter 2 Planning Productive Practices	p. 7
Chapter 3 Incorporating Technology and Practice Tools	p. 21
Chapter 4 Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses	p. 33
Chapter 5 Developing a Competitive Environment	p. 45
Chapter 6 Motivating Players in Practices	p. 57
Chapter 7 Organizing Effective Batting Practices	p. 67
Chapter 8 Organizing Effective Fielding Practices	p. 75
Chapter 9 Developing the Pitcher and Catcher	p. 97
Chapter 10 Perfecting Position Play	p. 113
Chapter 11 Offensive Situational Practices	p. 135
Chapter 12 Defensive Situational Practices	p. 147
Chapter 13 Evaluating Practices	p. 157
Chapter 14 Practicing Indoors	p. 167
Appendix: Sample Practice Plans	p. 181
About the NFCA	p. 208
About the Editor	p. 208
About the Contributors	p. 209

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