DR3 Fastpitch Blog

College softball is not for the weak - between 5am lifts, two a day practices, study hall, and the pressure of performing, it takes a special athlete to compete at the collegiate level.  However, the benefits of fighting through all of those not so fun aspects is beyond words.  

One of the best par...

The term "Student Athlete" can feel both like a badge of honor and a burden at the same time.  It's difficult to be an athlete, a friend, a daughter, and a student all at the same time.  One of the most important lessons to learn early in your journey of being a student athlete is time management an...

As players, we've all been in a slump or two in our career ... if you haven't, just wait it's coming!  Slumps are a part of the game and something we will all experience as we grow.  Some helpful tips I learned as I navigated and overcame my slumps are: 

1. Trust my mechanics and go back to the bas...

Setting goals is a cornerstone of athletic success, guiding athletes on a path of continuous improvement and achievement. Goals provide a clear direction, helping athletes focus their efforts and energies on specific areas of their performance. They serve as motivation, igniting the drive to push be...