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There is no doubt that being a pitcher is one of the most challenging positions in Baseball. There are so many skills a pitcher has to have to be a leader on and off the field. As a leader on a team, a pitcher must set a great example towards everyone on the team and all of the fans. Because pitchers are leaders they need to constantly work on the mental game of baseball, their attitudes and integrity. Outstanding pitchers are those that set and accomplish goals. This raises a couple of questions. What is the formula for success for pitchers on and off the field?
I have no reservations saying that if you have an athlete involved in youth baseball today, hes been exposed to failure more than a few times. The good news is that failure is part of the deal as it will build important character traits that will pay off inside and outside of baseball in the long-run. The problem Id like to address is how the tiny game to game failures compound and begin to turn into longer struggles or slumps.
No doubt, if you have an athlete involved in youth baseball today, he has experienced some disappointment. Thats ok, its part of athletics; it builds character. The problem I want to dissect here is how and why these game to game disappointments sometimes turn into prolonged slumps, or long-term struggles.
There are so many different roles for each player in the game of baseball, that it can be difficult to become a master of all. But, with some good drills catering to each role, it’s quite achievable to become a master of many. Let’s take a look at a base running drill. Perhaps not as much fun as hitting practice, but an essential skill none the less.
If you’ve been lucky enough to have an opportunity to try and hit a fastball pitched by a professional, or semi-professional pitcher, then you know how hard it can be.