Implementing an Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement Program During a Softball Season for Young Female Athletes

Female athletes are up to 6 times more likely than males to sustain a significant noncontact knee injury. Although many reasons for this difference have been discussed, neuromuscular variances are trainable and strength programming can reduce the risk of injury and enhance performance for such athletes. Unfortunately, although such programming exists, injury rates remain largely unchanged over the past 2 decades, meaning there is a need for practical integration. This article describes a specific plan intended to be highly practical that can be used in softball practices and games to enhance the delivery of injury prevention and sport performance training.