Getting Ready for the Game
October 12, 2009 by Dave Hudgens
Filed under Baseball Instruction, Featured
The best way to get ready for a game is called the “Hitter’s Success Chain“.
Before the game: If you have the ability to watch the opposing pitcher as he warms up so you can time his delivery, the speed and type of his pitches, and his commend. Look for his release point.
In the dugout: Pitcher is now on the mound. Watch to see what type of pitches he is throwing. Check his release point. Is he having trouble commanding any of his pitches? What type of pitch do you want to look for off this pitcher?
On deck: While taking your practice swings remind yourself about any keys you have about your swing. This is the last time you should think about your mechanics. Time the pitcher’s delivery; see yourself hitting your pitch hard. Know the situation before you go to the plate. Allow only positive thoughts into your mind. Focus on what you want to do, not on what you don’t want to do.
In the batter’s box: do your pre-at bat routine with a relaxed rhythm. Do not vary your routine once you have found on that has worked for you. If anything disrupts it, call time out and step out of the box. This should get you ready for your at bat. The key is consistency and getting your mind ready to attack every pitch.
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