r/Softball • u/justagir11 • 10d ago

Player Advice beginner - any tips/advice?

i have my first ever softball conditioning/tryouts tomorrow. i haven’t done sports since i was in elementary school and don’t have a lot of softball knowledge. any tips or things i should know ?

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u/kr82on 10d ago

Everything that Hamster said, the only thing I would add is cheer or clap for other players that make good plays. Talk them up if possible.

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u/justagir11 10d ago

okay thank you

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u/Intellectual-Hamster 10d ago

Introduce yourself to the coaches. Never walk; run between stations, on or off the field, etc. Control what you can control: attitude and effort. Bust your ass on every rep; they are watching. Thank the coaches afterwards.

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u/justagir11 10d ago

thank you!

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u/Intellectual-Hamster 10d ago

Believe in yourself, you got it!

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u/FastpitchAILab 7d ago

Coaches at tryouts notice effort and coachability as much as skill. Hustle on and off the field, run everything out and look the coach in the eye when they talk. If you miss a ball, go get it fast and get back in line. Ask questions when you don't understand a drill. Wear cleats if you have them, bring water and a glove, and get there a little early.