Inside the Mind of Coach Chris Estep
As part of Voices From the Field, Extra Inning Softball’s platform for highlighting influential figures in the sport, we had the opportunity to speak with Chris Estep, a dedicated coach and leader in youth fastpitch softball. With years of experience developing elite talent, Estep has built a reputation for cultivating championship-level teams while emphasizing growth, teamwork, and mental toughness.
From leading the Beverly Bandits Futures 11U to success at top national events to his deep-rooted family legacy in coaching, Estep has consistently demonstrated his ability to shape young athletes into high-level competitors. In this exclusive feature, Chris Estep shares his coaching philosophy, the keys to long-term player development, and the lessons he hopes to instill in the next generation of softball players.
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