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Best Crossbows for Softball Training: Coaches’ 2025 Picks
You’ve bought the gloves, the bats, and the training camps—but what if the key to unlocking your athlete’s next-level performance isn’t found on the diamond? Enter crossbow training: the game-changing method college coaches and travel teams are using to build explosive arm strength, laser focus, and clutch-game confidence. Here’s why Ravin Crossbows’ top-rated models are the #1 pick for softball parents this season.
3 Ways Crossbow Training Transforms Softball Skills
1. Arm

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Sep 43 min read


TikTok’s New Heat-Beating Tech & Eco-Conscious Picks
August 2025’s record-breaking heatwaves demand next-level gear upgrades. We’ve scoured TikTok’s latest virality (and 2025’s most innovative drops) to keep athletes cool, parents prepped, and coaches ahead of the curve.
CONFIRMED AUGUST 2025 TIKTOK TRENDS
1. Nike Phantom Luna 2 Elite
TikTok’s #1 cleat for breathability (15M+ views). Features 3D-printed mesh soles and biodegradable traction pods—praised for zero blisters in 100°F+ tournaments. https://amzn.to/3UkcYKJ
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Aug 262 min read


Why Your Glove Hates Summer (And How to Save It from the Sweat)
Let’s talk about your glove’s summer villain: sweat. Not the “I just hit a walk-off double” kind of sweat, but the dripping-down-your-arm, turning-your-leather-into-a-sponge kind. You know the feeling—that moment you peel off your glove after a game and it’s basically auditioning for a role in a soggy cereal commercial. But here’s the truth: your glove isn’t just being dramatic. Summer is its worst enemy. The heat warps it, the sweat stinks it up, and the humidity?

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Jun 233 min read


Is Your Athlete Ready for the Heat? Top Hydration Hacks & Safety Tips for Scorching Summer Tournaments
NCAA’s New Heat Safety Rules + Pro-Approved Strategies to Keep Players Safe in Record-Breaking Temperatures The Heat Crisis Hitting...

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Jun 163 min read


Sneak Peek to Resource Guide for Newbies Athletes - Insightful Hitting Advice from Ashlye H. Toure
"Hitting is all about timing and technique," says Ashlye Toure. As a beginner, it's important to focus on the fundamentals, such as grip,...

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May 232 min read


Sneak Peek to Resource Guide for Newbies Athletes - Insightful Advice from Lisa K. Raio
Hey there, welcome to Get Hooked Community resource guide for newbies. As the Advanced Pitching Instruction Trainer and Owner at TPM...

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May 182 min read


Pre-Season Preparation: Getting Ready for the Softball Season
Hey there, softball athletes! 🌟 With the new season just around the corner, it's time to get back into the game and prepare for an...

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Mar 292 min read


Hitting in 30 Seconds
#quicktips for hitting with @ava.perkins04 @leeusoftball #hitting #batting #fastpitch #battingpractice #battingtips Hitting in 30...

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Aug 8, 20241 min read


Quick tips on how to approach staff changes as athlete
Collegiate Coaching Staff changes happen often, here are some quick tips on how to approach staff changes as an athlete and/or committed...

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Jul 3, 20241 min read


Fielding Quick Tips by Coach Kaily Collett
🌟 Master the Art of Fielding in Softball! 🥎✨ Join @uab_sb star athlete @kailycollett as she breaks down the dos and don'ts: 🚫 Wrong...

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Jun 20, 20241 min read
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