The Softball Coaching Bible is a compilation of principles, insights, strategies, methods, and experiences from 28 of the top U.S. coaches. The topics range from teaching the best skills and drills, developing productive hitters, competing in tournaments and playoffs, recruiting players, attracting fans, professional development, attending and running camps and clinics. This book also covers subjects rarely written about, such as developing responsible athletes and building character and loyalty in players. The Softball Coaching Bible is filled with insights and expert advice to help you learn and grow and provide a game plan for building a winning program.
Part I Coaching Priorities and Principles
Chapter 1 Sharing a Love for the Game - Dianne Baker
Chapter 2 Making Softball Fun - Margo Jonker
Chapter 3 Competing With Class - Carol Bruggeman
Chapter 4 Out-Hustling Your Opponent - Teresa Wilson
Chapter 5 Coaching With Integrity - Marge Willadsen
Part II Program Building and Management
Chapter 6 Organizing and Orchestrating a Winning Program - Joanne Graf
Chapter 7 Mentoring Within Your Staff - Gayle Blevins
Chapter 8 Building a Recruiting Network - Brian Kolze
Chapter 9 Marketing and Promoting Your Program - Yvette Girouard
Chapter 10 Establishing a Successful High School Program - Denny Throneburg
Part III Creative and Effective Practice Sessions
Chapter 11 Organizing Indoor and Outdoor Practices - Bill Edwards
Chapter 12 Conducting Innovative Practices - Deb Pallozzi
Chapter 13 Using Practice Drills Effectively - Betty Hoff and Jacki Wright
Part IV Individual Skills and Team Strategies
Chapter 14 Developing Productive Hitters - Mike Candrea
Chapter 15 Manufacturing Runs - Jay Miller
Chapter 16 Producing Elite Pitchers - Cheri K. Kempf
Chapter 17 Charging Up the Battery - Lori Sippel
Chapter 18 Playing Situational Defense - Linda Wells
Chapter 19 Competing in Tournaments and Playoffs - Margie Wright
Part V Player Motivation and Leadership
Chapter 20 Winning the Mental Game - Jeff Janssen
Chapter 21 Building Team Chemistry - Rhonda Revelle
Chapter 22 Developing Responsible Athletes - Elaine Sortino
Chapter 23 Building Loyalty and Tradition in Players - Carol Hutchins
Chapter 24 Inspiring Today's Players - Mona Stevens
Part VI Off-the-Field Opportunities, Challenges, and Pressures
Chapter 25 Learning and Developing As a Professional - Rayla J. Allison
Chapter 26 Conducting Camps and Clinics - Judi Garman
Chapter 27 Beating the Burnout Factor - Sharon J. Drysdale and Karren J. Drysdale
349 pages. 2002.
