Professor Kayla — Applied Vision Softball - Softball Pitch Recognition Training, Training Tips & Coaching Advice

MEET PROFESSOR KAYLA

Introduction

Kayla Joyce is a former D1 assistant coach at Eastern Kentucky University and current player on the Philippine National Team. Before pursuing her Olympic hopes in international softball, Kayla was a four-year starter and impact player at Eastern Kentucky University.

Course Archive

From the Bottom Up: Footwork for Slapping

Professor Kayla introduces the step by step footwork of effective slap hitting.

From the Bottom Up Revisited

Professor Kayla adds the finer details necessary for A-level slapping footwork.

The Ideal Grip & Hand Placement for Slapping

Professor Kayla gives her tips for efficient grip and hand placement, and introduces common upper body mistakes.

Upper Body Slapping

Professor Kayla on the path of the hands for effective slapping.

Extension

Professor Kayla introduces the concept of extending through the ball.

Top Third, Inner Half

Professor Kayla shares where slappers should be aiming to hit the ball.

Putting It Together

Professor Kayla demonstrates the lower and upper halves working in harmony to slap off the tee.

Small Bat Drill - hitting drills

Professor Kayla shares one of her favorite drills for better bat control and slapping overall.

The Soft Slap Explained

Professor Kayla breaks down the soft slap and shares a drill to master its technique.

The Chop Slap

Professor Kayla shares a drill for perfecting the chop slap.

Showing the Soft and Chop Slaps

Professor Kayla demonstrates the soft slap and chop slap off of the tee.

The Power Slap Explained

Professor Kayla explains the concept of a “triple threat” and details the finer points of the power slap variation.

Showing the Power!

Professor Kayla demonstrates her personal favorite slapping variation, the power slap.

Slapping the Inside Pitch

Professor Kayla on how to best handle the inside pitch as a slapper.

Adjusting to the Rise Ball or Drop Ball

Professor Kayla on the elite tactics that slap hitters use to handle different types of pitches.

Bunting 101

Professor Kayla articulates the importance of bunting and details the techniques necessary for effective bunting.

The Sacrifice Bunt

Professor Kayla on the different types of bunts and the tactics and mechanics of sacrifice bunting.

The Sneaky Bunt

Professor Kayla teaches a bunt that all slappers need to master.

The Squeeze Bunt Â

Professor Kayla on how to execute a game winning squeeze bunt.

Elite Preparation

Professor Kayla on exactly how she prepares to succeed in the batter’s box.

A High-level Tee Routine - hitting drills

Professor Kayla breaks down the tee routine that she used for collegiate and international success.

On Softball Idols & Great Advice

Professor Kayla on her softball idol and the best advice that she shared.

The Mental Edge: The Benefits of Breath!

Professor Kayla shares psychological hacks to maximize your slapping and overall softball game.

Overcoming Adversity and Self Doubt

Professor Kayla shares a personal anecdote to highlight how elite collegiate athletes overcome obstacles.

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