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It is vital for all softball players to increase their skills. And one of the best and most effective ways to do so is to engage in a lot of constant and varied softball drills… When it comes to choosing and doing the right softball drills, it is best to first know your current skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced), your role in the team (hitter, catcher, pitcher), and your physical limitations. Complete and full knowledge of such aspects will help a lot in determining the right softball drills to take and practice.

Here are some of the NHSACA mentioned softball drills that you could choose from. Remember that they are optional but can be of very great help to your softball performances. Choose wisely and choose only what you can do and what you want to do.

Machine Hitting – Color balls with green or blue. Hide the balls before placing them into the pitching machine. Tell the players to hit the green, bunt the blue, and just take the whites. This softball drill will help heighten focus, concentration, hitting, and bunting skills. Wall Pitching – Pitchers pitch directly to the wall and for every 20 pitches, they move at least 5 feet away from the wall. Remember to perform the basics of pitching first before doing some other pitching styles and techniques. This softball drill will increase one’s pitching skills and overall body strength and balance. Sign Assigning – This softball drill is basically a mental toughness drill. Assign secret and team only signs to use during games and tournaments. This will help keep team plans confidential and easy to understand. Run Bases – Jog for even bases while sprint for the odd ones. This softball drill increases speed, lower body strength, and endurance.

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