Division: Softball

Safe – Mechanic

The “Safe” Mechanic is an extension of the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position. If you have not watched the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position video, you may want to do so prior to watching […]

Set – Safe Mechanic

The “Set – Safe” Mechanic uses the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position and the “Safe” Mechanic. If you have not watched the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position and the “Safe” Mechanic videos, you may […]

Putting Ball in Play Mechanic

The “Putting the Ball in Play” Mechanic is used when starting the game, starting an inning, “Time” has been called, or the ball becomes dead for any other reason. The […]

Uncaught Third Strike – Tag

The “Uncaught Third Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with first base unoccupied or […]

Uncaught Third Strike – No Catch

The “Uncaught Third Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with first base unoccupied or […]

Out – On the Tag Mechanic

The “Out – On the Tag” Mechanic is an extension of the “Out” Mechanic and is used indicate to players, coaches, and fans that the first baseman tagged the batter-runner […]

Safe – Off the Bag Mechanic

The “Safe – Off the Bag” Mechanic is an extension of the “Safe” Mechanic and is used to let players, coaches, and fans know that the fielder pulled their foot […]

Softball – Throwing Mechanics

Former UCLA player Jen Schroeder discusses the fundamentals of throwing a softball. The mechanics include a good stance, solid base, and consistent release point.

Softball Catching – Lateral Blocking

Former UCLA player Jen Schroeder discusses softball catching, particularly lateral blocking of pitches.he stance.

Softball Drills – The Four Corner Drill

Former UCLA player Jen Schroeder discusses softball drills, particularly the four corner drill.