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Here are 5 quick tips on how to improve pitching in softball.  Enjoy!

Clicker: How to Improve Arm Whip

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1Og_kCKxTY&feature=related

How to improve a pitchers arm whip through sequencing and the use of the clicker.

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While searching for great skills videos to place on the site, I was dismayed to see an awful lot of videos that would have been perfect if one or two aspects were tweaked.  Actually, it was very hard finding a video that was excellent in all aspects, so I created this guide to help you stay focused on making a tape that properly showcases your abilities and will most likely appeal to your prospective program.

In no way is this compilation of videos meant to make light of the athletes or the videos’ creators.  This is just a guide that points out areas of improvement and gives suggestions for better highlight tapes.  A well produced skills tape can make or break your recruiting chances if you are not already known in your area.

Include an Introduction

This video is a great display of the athlete’s skills.  The problem is there’s no introduction.  Give the audience a chance to get to know you and your personality with a short 30 sec to 1 minute intro.  This video is all work.  It needs to be balanced with a short bio of the athlete so that the audience can couple that information with the excellent display of skills.

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Baseball Training : Baseball Stretches & Warm-Ups

Stretching for baseball starts with twisting the trunk, doing arm circles and stretching the back and legs. Find out how to stretch the forearm to throw a baseball with help from a baseball instructor in this free video on baseball stretches.

Expert: Jory Jensen
Bio: Jory Jensen pitched for Utah Valley University for four years, and is currently an instructor for Rocky Mountain School of Baseball and Hardball, Incorporated.
Filmmaker: Michael Burton

Series Description: Baseball training is a combination of stretching, strength training and skill training, in addition to drills for specific positions. Find out how to become a better baseball player with tips from this free video series on baseball training.

Baseball Tips & Training : Stretching Exercises for Baseball Players

When stretching to play baseball, it can be helpful to isolate muscles and to be thorough. Get tips on effective stretches with help from a baseball instructor in this free video on baseball stretching exercises.

Expert: Jory Jensen
Bio: Jory Jensen pitched for Utah Valley University for four years, and is currently an instructor for Rocky Mountain School of Baseball and Hardball, Incorporated.
Filmmaker: Michael Burton

Series Description: In baseball, success is all about using the right equipment, warming up properly, and practicing a variety of training drills. Find out how to become a better baseball player in this free video series on baseball.

Baseball Tips & Training : Hitting a Baseball With a Wooden Bat

When hitting a baseball with a wooden bat, it’s important to connect with the ball on the barrel of the bat in order to be effective and to preserve the bat. Get a better feel for a wooden baseball bat with help from a baseball instructor in this free video on wooden bats in baseball.

Expert: Jory Jensen
Bio: Jory Jensen pitched for Utah Valley University for four years, and is currently an instructor for Rocky Mountain School of Baseball and Hardball, Incorporated.
Filmmaker: Michael Burton

Series Description: In baseball, success is all about using the right equipment, warming up properly, and practicing a variety of training drills. Find out how to become a better baseball player in this free video series on baseball.

Baseball Tips & Training : How to Hit a Home Run in Real Baseball

In order to hit a home run in baseball, it’s important to make sure that the baseball hits the most effective part of the baseball bat’s barrel. Find out how to stay through a baseball and finish high on a swing with help from a baseball instructor in this free video on hitting home runs in baseball.

Expert: Jory Jensen
Bio: Jory Jensen pitched for Utah Valley University for four years, and is currently an instructor for Rocky Mountain School of Baseball and Hardball, Incorporated.
Filmmaker: Michael Burton

Series Description: In baseball, success is all about using the right equipment, warming up properly, and practicing a variety of training drills. Find out how to become a better baseball player in this free video series on baseball.

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