| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Tagging up | 7/9/2009 |
Q: runners on 1st and 2nd, 1 out. The ball is popped up to 2nd base the ball hits the heel of the ...
A: I would have to disagree with you, once the ball is touched the runner has the opportunity to ...
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| High School Girls Softball | 4/19/2009 |
Q: Is a boy eligible to play on a girls high school softball team in Ohio and, if so, under what ...
A: It's call "Girls" Softball, right? Hi Curtis, was this fast or slow pitch? Hi again Curtis, I've ...
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| Hitting | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I am having trouble extending my hands when I am swinging. I have been pulling my hands in towards ...
A: You know, its hard to provide advice without actually seeing your swing. I recommend you check on ...
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| SOFTBALL | 4/15/2009 |
Q: WHEN RUNNER IS RUNING FROM FIRST TO SECOND BASE SHE HAS TO BE TAGED FOR IT TO COUNT AS A OUT, OR AS ...
A: Hey Jason, The runner from first going to second can only get out by being tagged by someone with ...
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| fastpitch softball | 4/12/2009 |
Q: my daughter is new to softball and she has a good bat,and throw but she doesn't know how to slide. ...
A: Hey Cindy, Proper sliding techniques are PARAMOUNT to avoiding serious injury. I've seen two ...
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| 8U Lefty Softball Player | 4/11/2009 |
Q: My daughter is a lefty has been practicing at 2nd base since she started playing (about 2 years ...
A: Left-handed players are usually the exception to the rules of the game. However, the one constant ...
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| bases loaded | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I have a question. I play softball in Holland and we had a discussion with our trainer about the ...
A: Well, there are a few factors to weigh-in on this particular situation. Here they are, in no ...
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| linup | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I have 8 guys and 6 girls playing in a 5 & 5 NSA league...what would be the best strategy for the ...
A: Hey Jerry, Thanks for your question. Well, NSA is a little different from what I'm used to and ...
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| illegal softball bats | 4/6/2009 |
Q: no double or triple wall along with titanium bats are legal....how about mikan bats????, are any ...
A: Hey Jack, You will have to go to your league for that answer. Every league is different. They ...
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| Batting Questions..? | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Rogers, I was wondering if you can slap hit as a right-handed batter. My coach thinks I'm the best ...
A: Hey Brittany, Thanks for your questions: ANSWER #1: I've never really heard of a right-handed ...
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| Shorthanded player rule | 3/18/2009 |
Q: Team starts shorthanded. two players show up top 2nd, when can they enter game??
A: Hey Larry, Thanks for your question. It's hard to answer this question. For one, rules are ...
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| softball coach | 3/16/2009 |
Q: what are some advantages and disadvantages of a softball coach
A: Hmmmm, interesting question...if not a little loaded. :) I coach as well as play on other teams, so ...
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| softball postions | 3/13/2009 |
Q: In placing your girl athletes in positions, where would you benefit the most in putting your best 4 ...
A: Hmmmmmm, without seeing the girls play I can't make accurate suggestions, but I'll do my best with ...
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| softball | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I am coaching a HS team and have been having problems at first base. We decided to try someone else ...
A: Changes are good if things aren't at their optimal level. In my opinion, a good first baseman is ...
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| Softball sponsors | 3/10/2009 |
Q: A group of friends and myself are trying to put together a slow pitch softball team and we are ...
A: Well, if you must look for a sponsor you will need to do a little homework first. First, you'll ...
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| Throwing Techniques | 3/9/2009 |
Q: Although my daughter plays fast pitch, this is a mechanics question that pertains to all players. ...
A: Playing catcher and having a good throw is important. Lobbing the ball to the pitcher after ever ...
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| hey i have a ? about something that idk wat 2 do... Can u help? | 3/6/2009 |
Q: Hey.. Well i want 2 play softball and I'm really good at it 2. My friends and family tell me 2 go ...
A: If you're good people won't really care what you look like. I would suggest trying to get onto a ...
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| left handed softball players | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I play softball for my high school. I'm left handed and I have played in field my entire life. ...
A: Well, I don't think your coach meant anything bad by that comment. But typically catchers are ...
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| Sliding | 2/27/2009 |
Q: Is A Head First Slide To Home Legal?
A: Hey Daril, Interesting question, I wish I knew the answer. I'm not aware of any specific sliding ...
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| where is my power? | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I can KILL an inside pitch but, I love going oppo. How can I practice hitting for power to the ...
A: Hey Clyde, Thanks for your question. Ahhh, something I can sink my teeth into. I love hitting ...
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| illegal bat discovered at end of game | 2/18/2009 |
Q: What would happen if a team won a game and shortly after ending the game, before either team leaves ...
A: Hey Jesse, Wow! Tough question and a terrible situation to be put in. I wish I had a definitive ...
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| nervous | 2/15/2009 |
Q: i am so nervous for try-outs i have tryouts at three today and my stomach feels like it is turned ...
A: Well, if your try-outs were at three I hope you did well. I just received a message from the All ...
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| sliding at home | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I play in a senior, "55" and over league. We just played in a tournament and I was called out for ...
A: Hey Paul, Thanks for your question. An interesting situation for sure. I personally am not aware ...
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| exercise workout for pitchers | 1/28/2009 |
Q: do you have a strength and conditioning program for pitchers that are 13 years and up?
A: I don't have a conditioning program specifically tailored for pitchers as I run recreational ...
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| player | 1/25/2009 |
Q: i am a coach of a 13 to 16 yearold fast pitch girls we have girls 12yearsold wanting to play up.they ...
A: Hey Tim, thanks for your question. I only wish I had the perfect answer for you. It does sound ...
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| Fast pitch softball HS/College | 1/24/2009 |
Q: What are the demensions of the batter's box and the relation of home plate to the batter's box.
A: You may be inquiring about the recent rescinded change to the ASA rules. The size of the batter's ...
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| Is it scored as a double? | 1/22/2009 |
Q: The batter hits the ball to right center (there was no error involved) and the coach tells her to ...
A: Hey Jim, I want to apologize for my earlier response. In my haste to answer your question I ...
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| Breaking in a catchers mitt | 1/21/2009 |
Q: My daughter is a U-10 fastpitch catcher. Got her a catcher's mitt, but was unaware I should have ...
A: Ahhh, the eternal softball question, "how do I properly soften my glove?" The safest answer I can ...
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| Infielders gloves | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what size gloves many (or most) College softball infielders use? All glove ...
A: Hey Bob, Usually, infielders use smaller gloves so they can control the ball better because their ...
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