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

MEET PROFESSOR KEVIN

Introduction

Kevin Castillo is currently a D1 assistant softball coach at Cal State Long Beach and a member of the Men’s U.S. National Fastpitch Softball Team. He has been a Team USA Member for over a decade and, also, has played on the ISF U.S. National Team, the Pan American U.S. National Team, and was an ISC All World Selection in 2015.

Course Archive

Hitting lesson numero uno! Working on your own!

Kevin Castillo is currently a D1 assistant softball coach at Cal State Long Beach and a member of the Men’s U.S. National Fastpitch Softba...

The Proper Grip for Softball Hitting

Professor Kevin shares everything you need to know for an effective hitting grip.

The Shifting Strides of High-Level Hitters

Professor Kevin shares how and why to change your stride situationally and the most common pitfall that hitters make with their strides.

The Batting Stance & Adjusting the Hands to the Pitcher

Professor Kevin explains an effective stance from the bottom up--including high-level adjustments to make depending on the type of pitcher ...

Thoughts on Hand Separation in Softball

Professor Kevin shares his philosophy of "The less moving parts, the better," and the importance of getting the front foot down on time.

Points of Contact for Softball Hitters

Professor Kevin shares his teachings on ideal points of contact for inside, middle, and outside pitches.

How to Finish your Swing

Professor Kevin explains how being short to the ball and then driving through contact is the key to higher exit velocity.

Different Swings for Different Pitches

Professor Kevin explains his "different pitches for different types of pitchers" mentality and offers the most common mistake that hitters...

The Palm-up, Palm-down Approach

Professor Kevin shares another common hitting pitfall--the rollover--and how to fix it.

The Most Common Mistake that Young Hitters Make

Professor Kevin gives his pick for the most common mistake that he sees young hitters making and explains why it's hurting their game.

How to Win When Behind in the Count

Professor Kevin offers his insights on how to come out on top in an at-bat when down two strikes.

Hitting your Way Out of a Slump

Professor Kevin offers an elite mentality for facing down slumps without fear.

13. Mental Side, Strong Side

Professor Kevin champions the necessity of mental visualization for softball hitters.

The One-Arm Drill

Professor Kevin teaches you a key drill for improving your hitting success.

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