Issue 354|May 31, 2021

Greetings! A defensive play that is seared in my mind even years later took place during the 2008 World Series. In this issue of the SE Insider, discover what that incredible play was, and a learn a great drill that can help your infielders make the same play. The NCAA Women's College World Series starts this week! In this issue of the SE Insider, get our Guide to Watching the WCWS and learn how you can improve as a softball player just by sitting in your living room! And extra bonus - download your FREE copy of the complete WCWS Television schedule (see below). Happy Memorial Day. On this day we honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military. We salute you, and thank you for your sacrifice and service. This issue also includes a Tip of the Month, Quick Tip, Favorite Quote, Did You Know, and a SE Insider Special on ALL of our eDrills! Enjoy, Cindy

Quick Tip Hitting To make batting practice more game-like, have your players take 8 swings with a specific purpose; 2 grounders, 2 opposite field, 2 bunts & 2 timing swings.  Favorite Quote "Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships." ~ Michael Jordan Did You Know History was made at 2pm CST this past Saturday when the University of Oklahoma and the University of Washington squared off in the 2nd game of their NCAA Super Regional. The game marked the 1st collegiate softball game to ever be broadcast nationally on ABC!

A PLAYER'S GUIDE TO WATCHING THE WOMEN'S COLLEGE WORLD SERIES

While you might have a favorite team playing this week, ALL the teams can help you get better.   Follow this Guide to Watching the WCWS and learn how you can improve as a softball player just by sitting in your living room! READ MORE

FREE WCWS TELEVISION SCHEDULE

The 2021 NCAA Division I Women's College World Series (WCWS) field is set! Congratulations to all 8 teams that have made it to the pinnacle of college softball. Click the television image below for your FREE copy of the complete WCWS television broadcast schedule. Games begin this Thursday, so print out the schedule and have it at your fingertips so you don't miss any of the exciting action. We can't wait for the games to begin and good luck to all 8 teams!

We do our best to include as complete a list as possible, but there are many regional and local television broadcasts. Be sure to check your local listings and cable provider for softball telecasts in your area. In addition, check your favorite team's website and conference websites for digital network and game streaming information.

College Softball Rankings & RPI

USA Today/NFCA ESPN/USA Softball D1softball.com RPI NCAA Division II

NCAA Division III NAIA Rankings

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A WORLD SERIES SHORTSTOP DRILL

A play that is seared in my mind is in the 2008 World Series, Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Jason Bartlett made an unbelievable play fielding the ball beyond 2nd base, and while moving toward centerfield he threw the Phillies runner out at 1st.  While the skill is pretty tough, the drill to practice that same skill isn't. READ MORE

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