Letting Go of Your Performance in Past Games “Here we go AGAIN!!!” Have you ever had that feeling during a baseball game that the past was about to repeat itself and not in a good way? For instance, you whiffed the last two at-bats swinging at balls in the dirt … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Letting Go of Unfavorable Calls Do you get upset when you strike out? Are you more upset when the umpire calls a strike 3 that you don’t agree with? Can you let that strikeout go before stepping to the plate for your next at-bat? Striking out can be extremely frustrating … Read Sport Psychology Tip
How to Control Nerves by Improving Composure Are there times where you’re more nervous or anxious than others? Maybe you’re coming back from an injury or moving up a level. You might be stepping in to help out a team who is struggling. Or, you could finally be getting your … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Focusing on Yourself to Improve Your Mental Game Mike Trout, an outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels is the closest thing to a “perfect” ballplayer that any of us have ever seen. In return for being the “perfect” ballplayer, Trout asks that he be allowed to be him, whatever that … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Focusing on What You Can Control in Games Is it frustrating when you’re doing all you can to help the team, but your teammates don’t seem to be producing? Is it challenging for you to stay composed and continue to be positive and uplifting in those situations? Orioles’ pitcher, Andrew … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Stay Confident During Performance Changes Have you ever had to switch positions? Maybe you like playing shortstop, but your team needs you as a first baseman. Do you struggle with being a utility player and not having a “spot?” Having to share time with others, depending on who’s producing. This … Read Sport Psychology Tip