Gritty Hitter

06/10/2019

The importance of moving on defense to increase your probabilities of success

After watching over 5000 softball games in my lifetime, I’m amazed at the teams that don’t move. A defender should be re-positioning with every pitch. For every strike your pitcher throws, the next pitch will be just a little tougher to hit. For every … Read More

06/07/2019

Gritty+ Club members can now watch a 40 video series on recruiting by coach Bill Vasko! Everything you need to know about getting recruited to play at the collegiate level in any sport.

RecruitingRecruiting Introduction June 4, 2019 by Randy Schneider Tags:Athlete Free Next Post1. When Should I Start Learning About the Recruiting Process

05/23/2019

Getting recruited doesn't require talent when you have motivation.

Greatest Learning: The notion that you have to have ‘natural talent’ to excel at something is a myth. Ericsson’s conclusion: it takes 10,000 Hours of practice or 10 years to become a virtuoso. The key to improving is deliberate practice. You have to be … Read More

05/17/2019

Want to be a Gritty Athlete? See the 9 items that help you become one.

Being a gritty athlete is not easy. It takes special athletes willing to pay the price. What is the result? You will earn a great deal of respect from your teammates, you will take pride in your accomplishments, and you will become a leader … Read More

05/15/2019

The Elvis drill??

Athletes | HittingThe Elvis Drill May 15, 2019 by Brady Trent Tags:Athlete Free Previous Post6 Week Throwing Program Next PostThe Flamingo Drill

05/11/2019

A new Ames-based company is looking to help softball players train more effectively and get recruited by colleges.

05/08/2019

Former D1 coach Randy Schneider wants to help you get recruited

05/06/2019

Already signed up as an athlete? Now you can build your recruiting profile!

05/04/2019

Beautiful day for a softball tourney. Already getting sign ups during set-up! Dave Betcher Events

04/29/2019

8 HRs yesterday!

04/24/2019

Something new has come to our therapy grounds...disc golf! The new baskets and discs were donated by Trent Bicycles of Ankeny and Gritty Hitter of Ames. Special thanks to brothers Jared and Brady Trent, who hope this helps our persons served and families learn about disc golf while enjoying the outdoors.

04/10/2019

Hitting outside pitches can be difficult... Good thing Coach Randy has a drill (or 3) for everything!

Athletes | HittingHitting Outside Pitch 1 April 10, 2019 by Brady Trent Tags:Athlete Free Previous PostSeperation & Load Next PostHitting Outside Pitch 2