For a young athlete, the stress of playing softball or baseball can weigh heavily on them, affecting their performance and their overall well-being. As a parent, you can encourage and “coach” them to keep a healthy perspective on what matters in life. You can also equip them with healthy coping mechanisms to help with stress management. Here are a few to get started.
When it comes to showing up to the baseball or softball diamond and doing your best, mindset is everything. Professional baseball players often have pre game rituals that help them get in the zone, from simple warmups to out-there superstitions.
For a young baseball player, there’s more to the game than just physical skills. While hitting, pitching and running are important, the best players know it’s not just physical skill but also mindset that matters.
If your child has their sights set on a career in baseball, their performance in school might feel secondary. It’s important to remind them of the role that grades play in that pursuit. Having a high GPA is part of the recruitment process – and neglecting their schoolwork can be a serious hurdle to achieving those dreams.
There are many paths to success in baseball, and all can lead to a rewarding career. Some players are drafted to a professional team right out of high school. Others are accepted to play at a four-year university and then scouted by a professional team from there. Alternatively, players may start on a two-year community college baseball team, with aspirations to transfer to a four-year school and, ultimately, a professional team.
There’s no doubt that technology is revolutionizing baseball as a sport. As baseball evolves, so does the way we analyze and understand player performance.
Here are a few ways HitTrax is changing the game.
When it comes to baseball recruiting, it’s not just about raw athletic talent and on-field performance. In today’s competitive landscape, academics play a crucial role in shaping the future of aspiring baseball players.
There are practical steps your child can take to enhance their baseball skills before the next round of tryouts. From understanding their weaknesses to developing a dedicated training routine, here are some valuable tips to help them prepare both mentally and physically for a successful comeback.
In this guide to travel baseball, we’ll walk you through what you need to know to help your child succeed on and off the field. From finding the right team to understanding the commitment and cost involved, we’ll cover everything you need to know to make an informed decision about whether travel baseball is right for your child and how to get started.
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) recently announced changing regulations starting in the 2022-23 year. This overview will help make sure you and your players are up to date.
Membership at Powermill Training Academy is the first step for athletes of any skill or experience level to reach their full potential through targeted training, guidance and opportunities for growth.
