Softball Special Olympics

Softball Special Olympics

Inner City Softball

Inner City Softball

Softball Long Term Athlete Development

International Softball LTAD

Skills Practice 40 Minutes

40 Minute Hitting Practice

5 min Warm Up and 4 steps

5 min Instructions of Station

30 minute Hitting stations 6 minute rotations

Stations: 1. single tee

2. front toss

3. deflated basketball

4. bunting

5. live throw

Coaching Philosophy

Love of the game and player development are my ultimate goals in coaching. Sports develop athletes both on and off the field and as such, my team policies will not only include athletes’ behavior when involved in the sport, but also encourage positive behavior and growth in school and elsewhere. I wish to make athletics available to every young person who wishes to participate regardless of financial reasons, age, gender, or experience. I know first hand the positive impact that sports have for children physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially, and I wish to make this positive experience available to anyone who is interested in having fun and playing the game.

Ammendment for the Coaching Code of Conduct: Coach-Athlete Relationships

l. Coaches must develop appropriate relationships with youth players, based on mutual respect and must not form any type of intimate emotional, physical, or sexual relationship with a player.

Practice Plan

Basic Skills Practice

National Wheelchair Softball Association Championship 2008

The Quest: Softball’s Journey to the 1996 Olympics

Coaching to Serve Others

I have participated in sports my entire life and have benefited physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally through this participation.  I believe sports can empower athletes (especially children) through physical exertion, mental conditioning, moral ethics, and teamwork. My interest in coaching stems from my positive experience in sports and desire to serve others in a similarly positive way.

I wish to serve others through sports in sports ministry especially in underdeveloped areas and/or special olympics. I would love to facilitate/participate in local recreational sports programs or community centers that provide positive activities, role models, and values for underpriviledged children. Sports provide a positive, safe, and fun environment for children to learn and grow in and I would love to teach and serve these children in any way I can.