https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6541279/2025/08/08/little-league-coach-dad-joke-viral-bigger-lesson/ This is an excellent example of something I’ve been doing for years. Particularly as a girls’ softball coach. I don’t know much about the mechanics of pitching in fast-pitch softball. So, when one of our pitchers is struggling, I am unable to suggest anything in her windup or release to help. But, I knowContinueContinue reading “What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say”
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From Awkward to Awesome: The Power of Repetition in Youth Sports
In the world of youth sports, there’s a secret weapon that transforms awkward beginners into confident athletes: repetition. I have the pleasure of coaching my niece’s middle school softball team this season. This is the ‘B Team’, composed mostly of girls who have never played softball before. I’ve assisted as the school’s varsity coach ledContinueContinue reading “From Awkward to Awesome: The Power of Repetition in Youth Sports”
A Change of Heart: The Little League World Series Experience
After previously criticizing the Little League World Series (LLWS) (I have three other posts on the LLWS), my perspective shifted dramatically when my niece competed in the tournament. This personal connection opened my eyes to the many positive aspects of Little League Softball’s flagship event. The Journey to the World Series My niece’s team, the GoodyearContinueContinue reading “A Change of Heart: The Little League World Series Experience”
Hustle & Attitude 