One of the most instrumental forms of assessing a players overall softball skill is the phrase “ The 5 Tool Player.” What is a 5 tool player? A 5 tool player is a player that has a skill set that encompasses skills important to a softball player. These five skills are; -a player that hits for power -a player that hits for average - possess speed skills on the bases and in the field -a players throwing ability -a players fielding ability So how do you get your players closer to becoming a 5 tool player by developing their speed skills? Here’s my top five ways to develop speed … [Read more...]