need help on softball coaching? any ideas??

Question

i am coaching a team of 18 girls who are 8 and under we will be doing machine fast pitching... the problem is i didnt ask to coach just got a phone call asking if id coach the team . if i had said no then my daughter wouldnt of gotten to play . so with that said i said yes. the problem is , i have no idea on what the hell im doing . ive been thrown into the lions basically . lol.... so ive been trying to do some research on the net . but everywhere i turn they want you to pay for the help guides. so if anyone out there can break this down to me in simple terms on what to do , and possibly not do , i would so very much appreciate it , thanks to all

Answer 1

If you are looking for good ideas of things to do in practice to improve their skills, try this site: http://eteamz.active.com/fastpitch/instruction/tips/index.cfm?m=1,2,3,4,5

It has good tips and drills on baserunning, throwing, fielding, catching, hitting, etc.

Also, maybe consider borrowing a book from the library. I think there is a good one out called the "Softball Coaching Bible."

Answer 2

The answerer above me gave a great example of a web site that will help you. I would also see if there is a competitive level softball team in your area, and talk to their coach's about getting help.(the eteamz web site will show any competitive teams in your area) Many times the older girls like to help coach younger girls, to learn to coach themselves. The same for a college softball team in your area. It is essential teach the girls proper fundamentals while they are young. Otherwise they are going to have a lot of bad habits which will be hard to break. My daughter plays for a competitive team and her and one of her teammates love to coach and help your age group. If you ave any particular problems you need help with feel free to E-Mail me. My Email is on my homepage