While there is no absolute science when it comes to what college coaches look for they recruit pitchers, it’s safe to say that the more you have the qualities below, the more likely you are to play at a high level in college. … [Read more...]
Stop overthinking and focus on one thought
aseball is a sport that leads to a lot of thinking. We have more statistics than any other sport and certainly it’s the most mechanical of all team sports. It’s definitely a thinking person’s sport, even for players. We think about our mechanics, our batting average, ERA, the weather, our family in … [Read more...]
What college coaches think at prospect camps
Like most college coaches, I’ve run and attended hundreds of prospect type camps over the years. It’s part of the job and the recruiting process. As a high school player (or parent/coach), you already have attended many of these camps or soon will. So I thought it might be both fun and informative … [Read more...]
What you should be doing now — on and off the field
As your high school season is fast approaching, hopefully the bulk of your time is getting your baseball skills ready, getting your body and mind ready for the year, and keeping up with your grades. However, for those looking to play in college, there are a few things — both on and off the field — … [Read more...]
Three simple ways to improve your mental game
If you’re like most baseball players, your winter months are spent taking tons of swings, doing throwing programs, bullpens, ground balls, and other things to get your skill ready for the season. Likewise, you probably also are in the midst of some type of strength and conditioning program. You are … [Read more...]
10 steps to stress-free recruiting
Recruiting can be a stressful and often overwhelming process, but with some insider tips, you can be much more in change of your recruiting process than most players normally. Here are my 10 steps to get through it with joy, instead of anxiety. 1. Be a great student … [Read more...]