jeff, Author at Fastpitch Softball Gear

2021 Mizuno F21-TITANIUM Fastpitch Softball Bat Review

For softball enthusiasts, there are few things more important than selecting the right bat, so it’s well worth getting to grips with the features and perks of the latest additions before making a decision.

One of the most hotly-anticipated new fastpitch bats, Mizuno’s F21-TITANIUM-10 bat is now available.

In this review, we’ll explore the pros and cons and see whether the hype was justified. Spoiler alert: this should be a serious contender for any shortlist!

2021 Mizuno F21-TITANIUM Fastpitch Softball Bat

Hot Metal Titanium: Maximum performance from your first swing combined with great sound at impact.
Stiff Carbon Handle: Reduces energy loss when impacting the ball at higher ball speeds to put more energy where it belongs (the ball) and less where it doesn't (the handle and your hands).
Spiral Wrap: Creates uniform performance and improves durability for best possible feel.
3-PC Construction: Multi-Piece construction used to create maximum performance and feel.
Black Onyx Carbon: Increased durability with a shorter break-in period.

Fastpitch Softball Bunting Drills – Best For 2025

by jeff

In fastpitch softball, many (if not all) players don’t really realize the importance of doing fastpitch softball bunting drills.

Most dream of hitting a walk-off homerun, as the crowds cheer for the feat and the win.

But in many cases, games like these are much like chess matches.

Sometimes the best move is to go for a bunt instead often swing for the fences.

Top 5 Fastpitch Softball Catchers Drills – Start Today!

by jeff

Fastpitch softball catchers drills are among the best training tools of coaches these days, because catchers need to master too many skills.

The position may not seem as glamorous, unlike being the pitcher or the shortstop. If you’re the catcher, you don’t get as many highlights like the 3rd baseman who stops a ball down the line or an outfielder who makes a sliding catch.

Yet despite the lack of glamor, there’s certainly no lack of importance in the position. The catcher needs to catch and block the pitches so runners don’t get to steal a base.

2018 Marucci CAT FX Connect Review – Ridiculously Awesome Pop

by jeff

Marucci bats for softball are not as famous as their baseball bat counterparts, but that perception may change with the arrival of the 2018 Marucci CAT FX Connect.

Marucci hasn’t released a new softball bat for some time now, so it’s understandable if some fans may have thought that they’ve neglected the niche in favor of baseball.

But as it turns out, it’s not really true.

Instead, Marucci has made good use of the last 2 years trying to come up with a new and improved design for their latest fastpitch softball bat.

Softball Training Balls – Improve Strength and Build Confidence

by jeff

If you’re a softball coach, do you use special softball training balls?

Admittedly, quite a few coaches want to only use real softballs for training.

But many others say that specially designed softball practice balls can help coaches improve the skill levels of their softball players.

Those who’ve used these softball practice balls say it improves strength and builds confidence. I’m all for it if that’s the case!

Softball Bat Grip – Look The Best While Swinging With Comfort

by jeff

Nobody on a softball team really thinks too much about the importance of softball bat grip.

Of course, that changes dramatically when you do encounter a bad grip on your softball bat.

It can be uncomfortable to hold or it may be slippery and unable to offer a secure grip.

Sometimes you just hate the grip because it is plain ugly to look at.

Fortunately, you have several excellent options if you are looking for a softball bat grip replacement.

You won’t have to suffer from blisters when you take swings during practice, and you can make sure your grip is secure.

The best ones out there offer simple ways for you to improve your softball bat grip so you can adjust the grip to how you like it.