Assistant Softball Coach

Introduction to Assistant Softball Coach Certification

Welcome to the Assistant Softball Coach Certification course! By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the core knowledge and skills needed to be an effective assistant coach for a softball team.

Whether you are a parent looking to help out with your child’s little league team, or an aspiring coach hoping to gain practical experience, this course will prepare you to take on assistant coaching duties and become an invaluable member of a coaching staff.

In the modules ahead, we will cover everything from softball fundamentals and practice planning to equipment management and supporting the head coach. You’ll learn proven techniques for teaching skills like hitting, fielding, throwing, and base running. We’ll also dive into strategies for motivating young athletes, facilitating drills, running the dugout during games, and more.

By becoming a certified assistant coach, you demonstrate a commitment to developing your coaching abilities. This course will provide that structured learning pathway. If you’re excited to help young athletes gain skills, confidence, and a passion for softball, let’s get started!

Learning Outcomes

– Intro to Softball Coaching

– Softball Rules and Regulations

– Practice Planning and Organization

– Teaching Hitting Fundamentals

– Teaching Fielding Fundamentals

– Teaching Throwing Fundamentals

– Teaching Base Running

– Equipment and Field Prep

– Managing the Dugout

– Scorekeeping

– Assistant Coaching Strategies

– Mentoring Players

– Supporting the Head Coach