How do I impress a baseball coach?
Question:I live an area where playing competitive baseball is the thing. I tried out for the spring team and he basically didn't even look at me. I went to every day of baseball conditioning for 6 months and didn't make first cut. Summer team tryouts are tomorrrow. How can I impress him?
I play 1st, pitch, & LF. I'm sorta slow, tall, and lanky.
Answers:
What were ya saying?..Yankees won baby..!!?
With your physical stats, stick to pitching or 1st. You really need some speed to play the outfield. Going everyday to conditioning will make you a better player, but it will not impress your coach enough to give you a spot just because you show dedication. Baseball, especially competitive baseball, is a demanding sport. If you really want the spot, you have to work on your skills everyday. Get somebody you know to hit you balls everyday, or as often as they can. Practice situations in your head. Think about what you would do in any given situation possible in the game. Watch as many major leage baseball games as possible, but don't just watch them. Analyze them...try to determine what pitch is coming in a certain count. Try to determine when a hit and run is called or when a runner should steal a base. Watch the hitters swings and try pick out strong and weak points from each hitters swing. Go run around the bases at the ball park. Practice stealing bases, sliding, and situational awareness. Work on hitting. That is one major point coaches look for in almost every player. Hit off of a tee to improve your swing mechanics.even the pros practice hitting from a tee. Toss a ball up and hit it. Keep doing the little things. DO NOT GIVE UP. If you don't make it, keep practicing and show up every time they have a try out. Work your butt off to show him your talent and love for the game. Good luck!!Start playing competitive. Show that you want the spot. Work hard enough to earn it.
You also need to decide on what position you want to play.
And not all coaches can be impressed. With a lot of them its all about politics.
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