The Softball Handbook

Publish date: 1985

Lead Authors: Susan Craig, Ken Johnson

Length: 160 pgs.

Combining years of experience as coaches and players, Susan Craig and Ken Johnson of the University of New Mexico present the most up-to-date analysis of fastpitch softball fundamentals available today. From a detailed progression of the overhand throw, hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running to a a six-week practice plan, conditioning exercises, scouting tips, and player evaluation forms, this is a valuable training handbook for both men and women!

Softball Skills and Drills

Publish date: 2001

Lead Author: Judi Garman

Length: 224 pgs.

Looking for the ultimate softball “how-to” book to help you learn and master the essential skills? Softball Skills & Drills covers all the fundamentals to build strong individual players and winning teams. Written by one of the winningest coaches in NCAA history, Softball Skills & Drills shows how to perform and improve hitting, bunting, slap hitting, base running, fielding, throwing, pitching, and catching skills.

Get complete details on every facet of the game:

• Power hitting techniques
• Bunting and slap hitting techniques
• Base running techniques
• Pitching and catching techniques
• Position-specific fielding techniques
• Offensive and defensive tactics