PARENT HUB

Parent Hub: 5 Massive Insights from Larissa Rydin on Mental Health

Youth softball today looks dramatically different than it did even a decade ago. As Larissa Rydin explained, “Many athletes now play year-round travel schedules, attend...

Parent Hub: 10 Lessons from a Travel Softball Dad

At Extra Inning Softball, we regularly hear from parents navigating the exciting, and sometimes overwhelming, journey of raising competitive softball players. Travel ball brings opportunity,...

Parent Hub: Kristin McCormick on Work Ethic in Youth Softball

Parent Hub with Kristin McCormick: At Extra Inning Softball, we regularly hear from parents navigating the fast-moving world of youth and travel softball. One of...

Tips for Parents of 10U & 12U Athletes: Why Development Should Come First

Tips for parents of 10U & 12U Athletes: Softball has shaped nearly every stage of my life. I had the opportunity to play Division I...

Parent Hub: Scott Zimmerman on Amazing Life in 14U Travel Softball

At Extra Inning Softball, we know that behind every athlete chasing college softball dreams is a family making real sacrifices. Travel softball is not just...

Parent Hub: Jessie Grant on Strong Family Support in 10U Travel Softball

Parent Hub Highlight – From the Perspective of Jessie Grant! At Extra Inning Softball, we highlight stories that go beyond stats and rankings. Family support...

Parent Hub: Brooke Combs on Social Media and Softball Recruiting

Parent Hub Highlight – Presented by Brooke Combs! At Extra Inning Softball, we tell stories that extend far beyond box scores, rankings, and weekend results....

Life on the Road: The Sacrifices Behind a Young Softball Dream

At Extra Inning Softball, we tell stories that go beyond box scores, rankings, and weekend results. Youth softball is often measured by wins and exposure,...

The Real Cost of Travel Ball—Why It’s Truly Worth It

Written by: Chad & Krissy Zgonc, Parent of Class of 2032 3rd/SS/OF Lorna Zgonc It usually starts with a hotel confirmation, a tank of gas,...

Finding Balance: When Softball and Sundays Collide

A Parent’s Balance on Faith, Family, and Fastpitch Written by: Parker Harless, Parent of Class of 2028 INF Kabrey Harless At Extra Inning Softball, we’re...

Travel Softball Life: A Mother’s Journey With Her 2028 Standout

Written by: Martha HowardParent of: Desi Howard, Class of 2028, California Grapettes National 16U Cook At Extra Inning Softball, we believe some of the most...

Red Flags in Plain Sight: When Parents Overstep in Softball

When Support Crosses the Line In youth and travel softball, few things matter more than family support. But there’s a fine line between encouragement and...

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