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Fundamental keys of “catch play.” Specifically improving your ability to receive the baseball … using good “actions” to catch the ball. It’s the first thing coaches, recruiters and scouts notice while watching you throw. Do you catch the ball “cleanly? Do you dominate the catch?” And do you develop good habits by moving your feet (within reason) to receive the ball inside your shoulders… which allows for a quicker transition to throw. This is especially important for infielders and catchers. And as simple as this next point might seem, do you know when to catch with 2 hands vs 1? All of these keys (baseball IQ) are touched on in this 101 level video.
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Derek Jeter’s first contract was worth $0.
It was a contract with his parents.
He signed it every year as a kid.
Before each school year, his parents would outline their expectations.
They’d put them in a contract with clauses such as:
• No drugs
• No alcohol
• No arguing
• Respect girls
• Meet curfew
And Derek would have to sign it.
If he violated the contract, there’d be no baseball.
Jeter would go on to become a New York Yankees legend and a MLB Hall of Famer.
These contracts are how it started.
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Lesson: Success isn’t an accident
As a kid, Jeter didn’t understand the contracts.
They were a hokey thing his parents did.
But over time, he saw the intention behind them.
“It built the framework for success,” he said.
He learned that successful people aren’t that way on accident.
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Lesson: Accountability is nurtured
Everyone would agree accountability is essential.
But you’re not just born with it.
It’s a character trait that’s taught and nurtured.
This was the primary purpose of the contracts, Jeter said.
Accountable people become successful people.
***
Lesson: Stay grounded
Jeter quickly blossomed in baseball.
By 18 years old, he was one of the best prospects in the country.
The Yankees drafted him No. 6 overall in the 1992 draft.
But his parents didn’t let that get to him.
Even as a high school senior, he had to obey the contract or he wouldn’t play.
“It taught us to stay grounded,” Jeter said.
***
3 timeless lessons:
• Build a framework for success
• Hold yourself accountable to it
• And stay grounded
They apply to everything.
***
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Elite body control on this inside move. Really good for guys who sit to pitch. Not a balk. Slow it down & look at it.
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A very long time ago, when I was 15, my Dad gave me a piece of advice “ When a Coach is getting on you, riding your rear end like a rented mule, never WORRY about the tone/volume , FOCUS on the message! If you did not have the ability he would not be talking to you!” #LifeLesson
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I wouldn’t be able to do what I do without the support from @CoachGrider @kepelizBPS @ShawnSeematter @voranimal I can’t begin to thank you all enough for everything you did and continue to do for me much love to all of you – at Salina, KS
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Hustle doubles are THE best doubles.
Yes, Duran has elite running speed, but the mindset & effort required to earn the extra base have nothing to do with speed.
Why are hustle doubles the best? Because you earn 2nd by the way you go down the line to 1st.
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When people say nice things you take them as compliments. It's nice, but it won't help you win your next game.
The thing I am trying to keep in mind is that relying on my past performance will not make me win my next game, it'll only get in my way. -Greg Maddux
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While radar guns do not directly cause harm to a young pitcher, they can inspire pitchers to throw harder, oftentimes beyond their normal comfort level, in an attempt to impress others.
atmlb.com/3vfyAJh
#PitchSmart
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Young Pitchers
• Throw your FB
• Slow down
• Control your breathing
• Rhythm ... critical
• Positive Body Language
• Develop a CH
• Warm up w/ a purpose
• Use @jaegersports bands
• Play catch w/ a purpose
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If I told u go play JUCO baseball for 2 years, gain valuable experience, develop your body, get your classes taken care of, then go to a D3 school, work even harder, do everything right. Senior year u get drafted & your pro career starts. Would u sign up now?
Happens every year
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IF YOU CAN’T PLAY CATCH, YOU CAN’T PLAY.
It is THE most important fundamental skill of the game. Playing catch isn’t something you do to warm up. It is a drill that directly translates to every single game you will ever play. Treat it as such.
#STdrills
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Buck O’Neil on the David Letterman snow. “We were trying to prove to the world that they weren’t superior because they were white. And we weren’t inferior because we were black”. Goosebumps. @nlbmprez
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The 5 Hop Separation Drill is a Gr8 way 2 maximize quality Reps in small spaces, Solo! Elite Infielders are made when nobody’s looking, before & after practice! Teaches: Posture, Hands, Actions, Separation, Momentum, & Vslot 🚀 Launch @CoachMongero @TroskyRanch
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‘I never expected this’: Halstead senior rushes for 533 yards in historic performance kansas.com/sports/varsity-ka…
