When to pull pitcher / Is softball watered down? / College Camps / Practice weaknesses

In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don dive into various topics related to softball. Episode 379 features segments including 'Did You Know,' focusing on enjoying the end-of-season championships, and 'City of the Week,' spotlighting Seattle, Washington. They discuss the ongoing struggle to get Player of the Week nominations, emphasizing the importance of recognizing hard-working players. The equipment tip highlights the usefulness of Square Cuts training discs. A listener's question addresses the challenge of knowing when to pull a struggling pitcher. The lead-off segment critiques the watered-down state of modern travel softball compared to the past, questioning the abundance of travel teams and their impact. They also discuss the importance of attending recruiting camps, particularly those of targeted schools. The episode concludes with a coaching tip, comparing hitting practice to studying for a challenging test, stressing the need for practicing weaknesses to prepare for high-level game situations.

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