Switch Pitching 101

Are you getting ready for a baseball tryout? Here are some helpful tips from baseball coaches on making a good first impression. Preparation - practice hitting, throwing and fielding, a least two weeks before the tryout - be prepared, have everything ready the day before the tryout - dress like a baseball player (baseball pants, jersey, cap, cleats) - wear a shirt with your name on the back - plan to learn something new - show up 30 minutes early - relax and have fun Attitude Coaches are looking for skilled players, with a positive attitude - who are coachable - listen carefully, be coachable - introduce yourself to the coaches, shake their hands - pay attention and look the coach in the eye - ask and answer questions - focus on the skill - have a positive attitude - hustle everywhere Bonus Points - be a leader - support your teammates - show your love of the game Pitching - talk with the catcher before you pitch - mak...

Are you getting ready for a baseball tryout? Here are some tips from select team coaches on making a good first impression. Preparation - dress like a baseball player (baseball pants, jersey, cap, cleats) - wear a shirt with your last name on the back - show up 30 minutes early - have a plan Attitude  Coaches are looking for skilled players, with a positive attitude - who are coachable - introduce yourself to the coaches, and shake hands - pay attention and look the coach in the eye - have a positive attitude - hustle everywhere - all the time Bonus Points - be a leader - support your teammates - play with lots of energy Make a Lasting Impression - focus on one pitch at a time - play hard and make the routine plays - help the coaches carry equipment - volunteer to play any position - show your passion for the game Communication - listen carefully - look the coach in the eye when they are speaking - ask questions - coaches love to teach - an...