SUCCESS FACTORS
THE MENTAL ASPECT IS THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
Concentration – no mental mistakes
Be in the right spot at the right time
YOU CAN'T CONTROL
The umpires
Luck
YOU CAN CONTROL
Your effort – how hard do you try – do you give 110% every minute?
Your dedication – do you make every practice?
Your concentration – is your head in the game at all times?
Your enthusiasm – are you constantly cheering for your teammates?
WINNING OR LOSING IS #2
EFFORT IS #1 - THIS HAS TO DO WITH LIFE
If you only give 90% - you fail, you’re a loser
If you always give 110% - you succeed, you’re a winner
YOU ONLY PLAY IN A GAME LIKE YOU PRACTICE
KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: INTENSITY, COMPOSURE, ENTHUSIASM, EFFORT
COACHES PLAY "FAVORITES"
Their "Favorites" are players that:
Play their hardest
Give their best
Make the most effort
Are the most enthusiastic
