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Wed Mar 15, 2006, 09:38am
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Two things occured at our HS association meeting this weekend.
1. I agreed to run for president of the association (which pretty much guarantees that I've got the job for the next two years). 2. We decided to host a HS clinic for the Florida HSAA next January. State rules mandate a 9-hour clinic (usually Friday evening and all day Saturday). So, I'm asking this knowledgable group for advice and suggestions on how to host a worthwhile clinic.
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Larry 
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Wed Mar 15, 2006, 10:02am
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Find your needs
First, find out what the group needs to cover: mechanics, rule interpretations, etc.
Focus on what the group needs not on what they don't need. Then bring in the best possible instructors you can get to help instruct the group. go to the top and get the best. Don't settle for those that say, "yeah, I guess I'll do it.)
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Wed Mar 15, 2006, 10:08am
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 The clinics that we do around here are half classroom style clinics, where we primarily discuss rule changes and botched rule interpretations from the previous season. These are done in engaging(hopefully) presentations that usually last no longer than 15 minutes, and are followed by Q&A sessions. The presenter usually has focused on just one specific rule, and should be quite knowledgeable about it. The other half is on-field mechanics, where every aspect of softball mechanics are covered by two or three trainers, with the participants repeatedly going through the motions until they are comfortable with them. Also, getting several looks at live pitching while on the field is helpful in evaluating the participants strike zone, and helping to get them to a more uniform strike zone by making the necessary adjustments. Oh...and don't forget the sodas and pizza for lunch on Saturday. 
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