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Product Identifiers

PublisherHuman Kinetics

ISBN-100736059539

ISBN-139780736059534

eBay Product ID (ePID)57057591

Product Key Features

Edition3

Book TitleSoftball : Steps to Success

Number of Pages224 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2007

TopicSoftball

FeaturesRevised

IllustratorYes

GenreSports & Recreation

AuthorLynn V. Johnson, Diane L. Potter

Book SeriesSts Steps to Success Activity Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight22.4 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2006-100910

Dewey Edition21

Reviews" Softball: Steps to Success is an exceptional resource for teaching the fundamental skills of softball, whether in a physical education class setting or in a more competitive environment. The authors provide a comprehensive breakdown of each skill and tactic, drills for improving execution, and final challenges to augment development. It's a must-have resource for the softball enthusiast!" BJ Ferguson Head Softball Coach, University of Delaware Associate Professor

Dewey Decimal796.357/8

Table Of ContentStep 1. Catching and Throwing Step 2. Fielding Step 3. Pitching Step 4. Hitting Step 5. Bunting and Slap Hitting Step 6. Baserunning Step 7. Defensive Responsibilities and Tactics Step 8. Cutoffs, Double Plays, and Rundowns Step 9. Offensive Tactics and Defensive Responses Step 10. Modified Games Step 11. Slow-Pitch Games

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisImprove your play at the plate, on the base paths, and in the field by mastering the essentials of the game. Softball: Steps to Success offers a comprehensive, progressive approach that combines in-depth instruction, crisp illustrations, and 127 drills. Any player can become fundamentally sound and be ready to take the field. You'll find detailed instruction on every individual skill necessary for success in the game: catching, throwing, fielding, pitching, hitting, and baserunning. This updated edition also includes these features: -Responsibilities of each position on the field and every batter in the lineup -Offensive and defensive tactics for specific game situations -Emphasis on the short game, covering five types of bunts and the running slap hit -An expanded section on pitching that includes seven types of pitches for modified-pitch, slow-pitch, and fastpitch games -Skill-development drills with assessment scoring systems to gauge progress along the way Hits, runs, putouts, and double plays are at your fingertips. With Softball: Steps to Success , part of the popular Steps to Success Series that has sold more than 1.5 million copies, your performance on the diamond will shine.

LC Classification NumberGV881