We’ve all heard the phrase, “squish the bug” before I’m sure. The basic idea makes sense, a hitter must rotate his back leg and hip while hitting to achieve the proper baseball swing and generate power. However, many times this technique is explained poorly and can cause hitters to be at a severe […]
Entries from May 2008
Youth Baseball Drills Video: “Squishing the Bug” Explained
May 29th, 2008 · No Comments
Tags: Hitting
It’s summer time (almost). Don’t heat up.
May 22nd, 2008 · No Comments
Scouts will be out in force after the draft coming up in June. They will be looking for that next great undetected talent. Don’t make the mistake of allowing your emotions to get the best of you, ever. The one time you throw your helmet, jog to first, swear at the umpire, […]
Tags: Mental Tips
Thoughts on John Lester’s no-hitter last night
May 20th, 2008 · No Comments
Hopefully this isn’t breaking new for you, but in case you missed the show, John Lester from the Boston Red Sox threw a no-hitter last night against the Royals. I can’t imagine the feeling doing that at Fenway Park of all places!
The reason I’ve included the following video clip from last night is what […]
Tags: Mental Tips · Pitching
Are you doing what you’ve always done? Careful.
May 15th, 2008 · No Comments
If you’re doing what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.
What does this mean for you as an athlete, coach, or parent? Maybe it’s time to reinvent how you look at the game, or how you prepare yourself or your athletes for the season. Routine is great, but it can also […]
Tags: Mental Tips
When pressure hits, will you crack?
May 14th, 2008 · 1 Comment
Have you ever wondered how those guys do it playing in front of tens upon tens of thousands of fans in the World Series? Why don’t they crack under the pressure?
They understand how to manage and use accumulated failures to their advantage. And because they can do this, overwhelming and paralyzing fear […]
Tags: Mental Tips