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Learning a dropball from the best pitcher in college softball - NiJaree Canady
A quick lesson from the queen 👑 #nbd @nija.canady 🥎
🎥 @timmy_takes
#fastpitch #texastechsoftball #athlete #pitching #chasinggreatness
Video Transcript:
How would someone throw a drop? Do you know the hands? Yeah, I've learned one. But you would come here and then you would kind of like turn. You turn it over. Yeah, so like here. Or you think about turning it over. That's the thought.....

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Nov 221 min read


Back-to-School Hairstyles That Survive Extra Innings: 2025’s Game-Day Glam Guide
Sweat-proof, helmet-friendly, and TikTok-approved—these styles will outlast even the longest tiebreaker.
As August 2025 heats up, balancing back-to-school chaos with tournament grind means your athlete’s hair needs to work harder than a walk-off homer. Forget flyaways and sagging ponytails—this year’s hottest looks blend durability, style, and eco-smart swagger. Here’s your playbook:
1. The Unshakeable Dutch Braid
Prep: Spritz roots with R+Co Thunderbird Texture Spray http

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Aug 272 min read


Sept 1st 101 - What to Expect & How to be Prepared from a D1 Head Coach
September 1st is 𝙰𝙿𝙿𝚁𝙾𝙰𝙲𝙷𝙸𝙽𝙶 🗓️ what that means for high school 🥎 athletes 🤔 🎥 @victoriahay
#2027 #fastpitch #athlete #recruiting #collegecoach #collegesoftball #september1
Video Transcript:
What's up you guys? Coach Vic here, head coach at Nevada, and I'm here to talk about all things September 1st. So September 1st is the first day that as Division I coaches we can communicate with rising juniors. So this year it's the class of 2027. This is really the firs

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Aug 253 min read


Braids, or Buns? Viral Dugout Hairstyles Keeping Players Cool (and Instagram-Ready)
From Team USA’s Fishtail Braids to DIY Hairstyles - Here’s How to Dominate the Game and Your Feed Gone are the days of messy ponytails!...

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Jun 182 min read


Calling All Softball Psychologists to Join Our Directory
🌟 Psychologists! Join Our Softball Directory! 🌟 Are you passionate about helping athletes achieve their best? Join our exclusive...

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May 301 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


Jackets Take Flight: Heading to Gainesville for the NCAA Tournament!
JACKETS ARE GOING TO GAINESVILLE. #regionalbound #vibes 🎥 @gracyntucker @gatechsoftball #imsoatl #ncaatournament #softball #georgiatech...

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May 161 min read


Navigating Love Life Drama: When Your Coach Becomes Your Best Therapist
When we fill our coach in on our love life drama Coach knows BEST 🎥 @tiaremaliaa #softballlife #coachandtherapist #iheartsoftball ...

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May 111 min read


Behind the Scenes: Icy Whites and the Joyful Dance of Team Spirit!
Mood cause we look so fire in the icy whites. Post Season Uniform 💅🏽 🥶⚡️🎥 @jaydyn.goodwin #uga #iceywhite #uniformswag #ncaa ...

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May 91 min read


Outfield Vibes: When Serious Moments Turn into Dance Parties!
The outfield during any serious moment cause we can't hear what's going on. #pov OF World 🎥 @ch1oe.evans #fastpitch #softball #baseball...

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Apr 41 min read


From Aspirations to Achievements: How to Play for a College Coach
When your dream coach takes time to tell you what it takes to play for her 🧡📝 🎥 @jayrod2029 @vol_softball Video Transcript - How to...

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Mar 161 min read


Part 3: Tips from Georgia Tech Softball Athlete Mallorie Black Athlete Burnout
Part 3 - Tips from Georgia Tech Softball Athlete Mallorie Black Athlete Burnout Athlete Burnout ⚠️ happens often, and happens to athletes...

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Jan 172 min read


Part 2: Tips from Georgia Tech Softball Athlete Mallorie Black Athlete Burnout
(Part II) Athlete Burnout ⚠️ happens often, and happens to athletes at all phases & levels of play ➡️ Here are some tips from Georgia...

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Jan 122 min read


Part 1: Tips from Georgia Tech Softball Athlete Mallorie Black Athlete Burnout
Part I) Athlete Burnout ⚠️ happens often, and happens to athletes at all phases & levels of play ➡️ Here are some tips from Georgia Tech...

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Jan 102 min read


Swinging for Success: When Your Hall of Fame Mom Throws You Live BP 🥎💨
POV: When your Hall of Fame mom throws you live BP 🥎💨 Video Transcript: Stuff just got real. Are you filming? I struck Aspen out. She...

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Oct 25, 20241 min read


From JUCO to D1: Embracing the New Season and New Gear
POV: you came from a juco & don't know how to act New Season and New Gear ⇧⇧ 🎥 @k8.dahle24 #jucoproduct #thecomeup #softballmemes ...

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Oct 3, 20241 min read


Embracing Failure: The Winning Mindset of a D1 Softball Athlete
This!! 🥎 When Failure = Success @morganbullock_ The most successful people are the ones who don’t mind failing more than others....

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Sep 10, 20241 min read


DIY Hair Glitter Tutorial: Sparkle Like an Athlete! ✨
#diy #howtobeauty Let’s MAKE hair glitter ✨🎥 @meg.alys #glam #hairglitter #athlete #glitter DIY Hair Glitter Tutorial - Video...

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Sep 9, 20241 min read


Follow Kennedy Harp's Day at the facility - Summer Grind
How do your favorite college athletes do their summer grind? #collegeathlete #summerflow #athlete #d1 #softball #summergrind...

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Jul 20, 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
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