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Everything Fastpitch - The Podcast

Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay
Fastpitch Softball
Softball
Player Development
Travel Ball
Youth Sports
Coaching
College Softball
Transfer Portal
Coaching Techniques
Anderson Bat Company
Coaching Strategies
Recruiting
Women's College World Series
College Athletics
Women's Sports
Pitching
NCAA
Player Of the Week
NIL
Base Running

Everything Fastpitch is a podcast hosted by Coach Tory Acheson and Coach Don McKinlay. Tory and Don are former college coaches that are now full time instructors and travel ball coaches. Since retiring form active collegiate coaching they have committed themselves to providing educational materials to the fastpitch community. This podcast is one of the resources they are providing. Their website h... more

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In episode 436 of Everything Fastpitch, Coach Tory and Coach Don preview a show featuring fall college softball as a great time to watch games and practices in person, and name Columbus, Georgia as City of the Week. Tory apologizes for previously omi... more

Coach Tory and Coach Don open with a Did You Know about Kinley Rasmus, a talented girl playing in the boys Little League Baseball World Series, and discuss women’s baseball opportunities versus softball scholarship realities. City of the Week is Durh... more

Coach Tory and Coach Don preview Episode 434, thank patrons, and highlight the AUSL All-Star Series, encouraging listeners to watch and support pro softball. Player of the Week is Anna-Lynn Clark of the Johnson County (North Carolina) Little League t... more

Coach Tory hosts Everything Fastpitch today. He notes the U.S. Women’s National Team won the International Cup over Japan, with the USA Elite team finishing third, highlighting Montana Fouts and the deep Olympic player pool. City of the week is Green... more

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Morgan Stuart
Renowned defense specialist, author, and clinician
Morgan Stuart Defense
Episode: AUSL Growth / Strike Zone Concerns / Defensive Development with Morgan Stuart
Breanne Smedley
Mental game coach
The Elite Competitor / Coach Her Game
Episode: Interview with female athlete Confidence Coach Bre Smedley / Keep Practices Fresh
Monica Abbott
Legendary college pitcher, broadcaster, and former professional player
Former University of Tennessee; broadcaster; athlete
Episode: Monica Abbott Interview with advice and opinions / Handling Conflicting Instruction
Chip Pugh
Coach, author of Made to Win
Author, Made to Win
Episode: Home Field Advantage / Interview with Chip Pugh / Practice Attendance and Playing Time / Coaching Gadgets
Marla Townsend
Former college coach, mental performance coach, author of Compete program
Compete Mental Performance System
Episode: Measuring Improvement / Interview with Marla Townsend / Collegiate Summer League / Getting out of a rut
Robbie Brogdon
Travel softball coach and organizer
Atlanta Summer League for college players
Episode: Measuring Improvement / Interview with Marla Townsend / Collegiate Summer League / Getting out of a rut
Megan Rembielak
Meg Rem Softball, content creator and instructor
Meg Rem Softball
Episode: Decision Regrets / Interview with Megan Rembielak / Managing a player who coaches other players
Bill Hoopes
Tournament director, coach, author, and educator in fastpitch softball
Lead Your Journey / Florida PGF
Episode: Challenge to be a multi-sport athlete / Interview with Bill Hoopes, a dynamic leader, accomplished educator, and seasoned coach / Balance Reps with Instruction
Tiffany Deering
Former college softball player, owner/operator of indoor training facility, executive at Athletic Placement Services
Athletic Placement Services
Episode: Help with players ignoring instructions / Interview about recruiting and a new app / Body Language

Hosts

Tory Acheson
Host of Everything Fastpitch; former college coach; full-time instructor and travel ball coach
Don McKinlay
Co-host and producer; former college coach; instructor and travel ball coach

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Great listen for softball parents or coaches

    I’ve been listening for a couple of months now. I like that they talk about all different age groups. They really seem to have good insight on the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sam2982
    United States5 years ago
  • Transgender athletes

    Someday I hope there is a group of transgender mlb player that identify as 16year old girls and Crush your daughters teams. Cowards!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whateveryouthink1029384756
    United States6 years ago
  • If you love softball, listen here...

    Most reliable and informative softball podcast anywhere. Coach Don and Tory are pros in this game and they leave no stones unturned. Whether you are new or experienced to the game they are great at explaining every concept they talk about that is both thoughtful and insightful in a way that is understandable to anyone listening. A lot of informational podcast come off as too technical and is boring. Everything fastpitch is done well and is entertaining to listen to while you learn. They also con... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoftballdadPHD
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    New to the Fastpitch world , loving this podcast it’s very informative and entertaining I have headphones in for 8houts a day so I’m listening to all the backlog and pretending Covid isn’t happening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j partee
    United States6 years ago
  • Amazing resource and must listen!

    I had the honor of being a guest on the podcast and it was an amazing experience. I love the insight and value Tory and Don are providing for the best community out there, the softball community. My favorite part about this podcast is the genuine conversation, tips, and passion for the sport of softball.

    Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paige Tonz
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate practical insights across ages, from 8U to college.
Coaches and parents value the depth of coaching tactics and clear, executable drills.
The show is praised for genuine conversations with credentialed guests and actionable tips for practice design.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AUSL Growth / Strike Zone Concerns / Defensive Development with Morgan Stuart
Q: How do you balance hitting and defense at a high level, and why is defense so important?
Defense is the foundation; teams need to allocate significant practice time to defense (at least 30%), because a great defensive team can win games by preventing runs and creating outs. The experts emphasize the process over stats and encourage players to be a complete, leadership-driven, well-rounded teammate.
Interview with female athlete Confidence Coach Bre Smedley / Keep Practices Fresh
Q: What would you say to coaches who are hesitant to introduce mental skills training because they think it takes too much time or isn't essential?
Bre argues that mental training can be integrated without adding significant practice time, and that the benefits—improved focus, reduced errors under pressure, and stronger team culture—make it worth including even for busy schedules.
Interview with female athlete Confidence Coach Bre Smedley / Keep Practices Fresh
Q: How does your 3-2-1 Brave routine actually work in daily practice, and what impact have you seen from it?
3-2-1 Brave is a five-minute anchor routine that includes three affirmations, two minutes of journaling, and a three-minute visualization. It helps players reframe noise, find evidence of improvement, and reset before games or practices, which leads to better focus and performance under pressure.
Interview with female athlete Confidence Coach Bre Smedley / Keep Practices Fresh
Q: Could you give us a little insight into the model you're using that allows you to work on mental skills while incorporating them into existing practice?
The plug-and-play curriculum fits into a single weekly slot, with 15 minutes dedicated to one concept, followed by a coach-led or captain-led discussion. Students practice a routine like the snapback and gradually learn new skills such as self-talk, with ongoing reinforcement and team bonding.
Home Field Advantage / Interview with Chip Pugh / Practice Attendance and Playing Time / Coaching Gadgets
Q: What motivated you to write the book Made to Win, and how does it relate to your coaching and leadership work?
Chip explains that the book grew from his belief that leaders develop people beyond the field, sharing six core practices and aiming to help others maximize their potential by focusing on identity, purpose, and serving others, with an approachable, non-preachy tone.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Everything Fastpitch

What is Everything Fastpitch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, coaching-forward show that blends technical softball instruction with leadership, recruitment, and player development. Episodes center on defense, pitching, hitting, mental training, and real-world coaching dynamics, often featuring veteran coaches, former college players, and industry leaders discussing drills, practice design, and the evolving landscape of youth and college softball. Notable strengths include deeply actionable coaching tips, guest expertise from high-profile players and coaches, and ongoing resources for families and programs, such as clinics, curricula, and recruitment tools. The format tends to mix interviews with hosts' analysis, practical tips, and sponsor reads, making it a go-to resource for coaches, pl... more

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Recent guests on Everything Fastpitch include:

1. Morgan Stuart
2. Breanne Smedley
3. Monica Abbott
4. Chip Pugh
5. Marla Townsend
6. Robbie Brogdon
7. Megan Rembielak
8. Bill Hoopes

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