It's pretty much a guarantee that this post will bring out ALL THE TROLLS who want to judge from behind a computer screen. If not because of the subject matter, because of the fact that we used the word "Sucks" in the title. And because of the...."OH THE HORROR of someone saying something bad about another child on their own team, those poor kids being raised by a horrible mother who does something like that. She should be ashamed of herself blah blah blah blah" This parent should be kicked right off the team, what kind of example is he/she setting by saying something so offensive!?!?!?! … [Read more...]
What the Heck is a SOFTBALLA BOX?
One of the perks to being an influencer in the softball world is that you get to see tons of super cool softball things. We can test out bats, and training devices and if we love them, we can share them with you. Well today, we are going to review the SOFTBALLA BOX. In the decade since we have been around, we have seen some pretty cool things. But being honest, we have to say that the Softball Box to date, has been our favorite product. Here's Why. For one thing, the box is packed full of stuff. But not just stuff. Good stuff. High quality stuff that you would find at real sporting … [Read more...]
An Open Letter to My Daughters Softball Recruiter
Navigating the world of softball recruiting is hard. There are so many things and so much information that we simply do not know. Having been through the recruiting process, today we share our open letter to our daughter's softball recruiter. Dear Cheri; (Yes. we are calling out Cheri Naudin today!) Today, I wanted to let you know first and foremost that I appreciate all the help that you have given us in regard to getting our daughter to play softball at the next level. Dreams really do come true, and despite the fact that I thought I could do without your help, the reality is that I … [Read more...]
When Your Kid Couldn’t Hit Water if She Fell out of a Boat – AKA “The Hitting SLUMP”
Hitting slumps. They suck. It's hard to tell from where I sit whether they suck more for the parents or for the player. Because although it must really stink going up to the plate and deciding it may be better to just close your eyes and swing and pray than actually try, its equally as hard for the parents watching. ((Seriously, it's hard)) And it's really hard to just keep saying "No worries kid, you'll get it next time" while murmuring curse words under your breath. Because FOR REAL IF SHE WOULD JUST LISTEN TO WHAT YOU ARE SAYING SHE WOULD BE HITTING DINGERS..... AND OMG SHE WILL … [Read more...]
My Daughter Plays Softball And Doesn’t Want to Play in College! But she’s STILL a SOFTBALL PLAYER!
There. I said it. Or wrote it. Ok, typed it. My daughter plays softball almost every weekend of her life and she doesn't want to play in college. But She's STILL a SOFTBALL PLAYER! She's just as gritty, her socks stink just as much, she practices just as hard and she LOVES the game just as much as so many other girls. I know what you are thinking. "Oh, here's a mom that says her daughter doesn't want to play in college because she sucks, so she's just letting her down easy. But nope. Nope. That's not it. She's a great softball player. I guarantee if given the chance any coach would … [Read more...]
Softball MOM Hacks
Look, softball is hard. For the adults. And time-consuming, and expensive, and the truth is that everything in life comes with HACKS! Today, we share some SOFTBALL MOM (and dad, auntie, grandma, papa) HACKS to hopefully make your days at the park a little better. Well at least....easier. Weather ISSUES! This is the BEST SOFTBALL MOM HACK EVER! Struggling with the freezing cold? Or the BOOB and back sweat is running down your butt-crack? Or rain making your hair frizz out? Or snow? Weather issues are real, and there are some that no shade tent can save us from. SOLUTION - THE PRESS BOX! … [Read more...]
The Missing Element in Today’s Softball Player | Softball is For Girls
Softball players. They fall under the classification of athletes. That being said, with so many more girls signing up to take on the diamond each and every year, with big dreams and goals - they and WE as parents are missing the mark on one very important aspect. Athleticism. So she can hit a ball over the fence. So she can throw a 54 mph fastball at 10 years old. So she is 16 and being scouted by a D1 program. So she plays tournament ball on the weekend, often cramming in 5 or more games into two days. But can she run? Can she run a mile without being winded? Can she pitch several … [Read more...]
Remember Your WHY! | Softball is For Girls
When the day is long and the bats don't hit REMEMBER YOUR WHY - and don't throw a fit... When the day at the park doesn't turn out how you wished it would, Remember your WHY, and know all will be good. When you make an error, and boot the ball, Remeber YOUR why and get up and stand tall! When the heat, and the rain, and the lightning persists Remember your WHY, and try to enjoy all the twists. When your cleats are wet, and your bat breaks down, Remember YOUR why and try not to frown.... When you lose that BIG GAME, by one single RUN Remember YOUR why and know that with … [Read more...]
To My Daughter Who Did NOT make “THE” team! | Softball is For Girls
Dearest Daughter...So you did not make the team; I watched you meticulously pick out matching softball outfits to wear for the tryouts. We bought new cleats and practiced for weeks and weeks ahead of time. Ground balls, and hitting, and fielding and pop flies galore. You have grown so much in your softball ability over the past year, I like you - was filled with the hopefulness that this time you would see your hard work pay off. After tryouts, we talked about what you felt you did right, and what you felt you did wrong. You had a bad spell where your head got in the way, but you were … [Read more...]
Funny Things Softball Players Say | Softball Is For Girls
Softball Players say Funny things. Today, we share some of our favorites. We recently had a Facebook post looking for the funny things softball players say. After reading through the over 200 comments, with a couple of nose snort laughs, we realized that to offset some of the stress of being an athletic parent, we needed to share. ENJOY! Player steals second, forces an overthrow and takes third. Coach: Why Did you steal? I didn’t even give you a sign. Player: (first baseman) there was a spider on first. You should probably sit me next inning or go kill it. My all time favorite. … [Read more...]
6 Must-Have Back to School things for your Softball Player!
Summer is NOT over. We repeat, SUMMER IS NOT OVER. Even so, kids are back in school, or headed there shortly. This means that the long, hot days on the ballfield are coming to a short end as school ball picks up in many parts of the country, and try out season is in full force! We compiled a list of 6 Must HAVE back to school items we are sure your daughter will love, just for softball players - so she can dream of the ballpark while she is learning. These softball items are all made from real softballs, which makes them super easy to clean, and extremely durable. These softball items … [Read more...]
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