Defensive success in any sport is about having your players in the right place at the right time prepared to do the right thing. That fact may be even more true on the softball diamond than any other sport. Sometimes the difference in keeping the winning run from scoring and holding on to bring home a W is having your players in the proper position. As a coach, it’s your job to be one step ahead of the game. If you’re relying on the defense to react to what’s happening, you’re already behind in the equation. But how do you prepare on defense when there’s no way to know where the ball is going?

Everything in softball hinges on knowing the strengths and tendencies of the batter. Proper scouting is up to you and your staff. If you have a right-handed hitter in the box who is “dead pull,” you need to be prepared to adjust your fielders accordingly. Keep in mind as you look through these scenarios that everything hinges on knowing who’s in the box.

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