The Mental Side of Baseball Baseball is often described as a game of inches, but it’s just as much a game of mentality. The mental side of baseball is present in every aspect of the game like hitting, fielding, pitching, and even coaching. While physical skill is important too, the ability to stay mentally tough,…

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Pitch Trail, Launch Angles, and Exit Velocity: Key Elements of Hitting Pitch Trail – The pitch trail is a crucial aspect of both pitching and hitting, as it represents the visual path of the ball as it travels to the plate. The trajectory of the pitch trail varies depending on the type of pitch thrown,…

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Hitting and Fielding Fundamentals Baseball is a rhythm and technique based sport. Often, baseball players are deemed as not being particularly athletic, but consider the hand eye coordination, footwork, balance, reaction time, and precise movements required to excel in the game. As a college baseball player at the Division III level, I can confidently say…

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