Category: Softball

“Ease is a greater threat to progress than hardship.”

lukej December 26, 2019 No Comments

I recently heard this quote for the first time: “Ease is a greater threat to progress than hardship.” It stopped me in my tracks. And of course I thought of…

Introducing: Pitching Angel

lukej December 20, 2019 No Comments

MISSION: Guide pitchers to realize they’re not alone in their journeys while reinforcing that pitching transcends the softball field into every day life and beyond. Sorry I went away from…

The Pitching Staff – A Team Within A Team

lukej September 20, 2016 No Comments

A pitching staff is a team within a team. No matter which age group you are coaching, it’s important for the cohesiveness of your team that they understand that they…

The Power of Shaking Off

lukej February 10, 2016 9 Comments

As a pitcher, I’ve never understood a coach’s philosophy of NOT allowing pitchers to shake off a called pitch. I, personally, never played for a coach that said, “Never shake…

10 Ways to Stand Out At A Softball Clinic

lukej February 2, 2016 No Comments

So you go to a clinic, there are a lot of other girls there, and that means you need to find a way to stand out of the crowd. It…

10 Things to Know As A Softball Player

lukej July 10, 2015 37 Comments

From one softball player to another, I wanted to give you a few things to do and know that can help you become the best softball player you can be.…

Dream Big Guest Blog by Kaylee O’Bryan

lukej March 31, 2015 1 Comment

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines an athlete as “a person who is trained in or proficient in sports, games or exercises that require physical skill and strength.” Athletes stick with their…

Be The One In A Million

lukej March 25, 2015 6 Comments

Imagine if you had a team full of one in a millions. Imagine if you took the time to focus on what it takes to be a one in a…

10 Reasons Softball Can Change Your Life

lukej March 10, 2015 56 Comments

When I first started playing softball at age 5, I never would have guessed that I would end up where I am now – calling games on ESPN and coaching young softball…

High School Softball Season Survivor Guide – Grievance 4: Teammate’s Drive Not There

lukej February 18, 2015 No Comments

This is the last and final Grievance! If you missed parts 1-3, see below! Grievance 1: Playing Time Grievance 2: The Competition Grievance 3: Teammates Grievance #4 – The Drive…

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I am a passionate individual who loves softball, coaching, broadcasting and new adventures. My goals to equip young women to achieve their dreams.

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