5 Things You NEED TO KNOW for Overcoming Pitching Injuries
After spending most of last week in bed with a fever and a throat infection, it makes one really appreciate being healthy. Not something to ever take for granted, that’s for sure! With that being said, let’s talk about overcoming pitching injuries and getting back on the mound. Injuries are a part of the game.…
When in Doubt, COMPETE!!!
When in Doubt, COMPETE! If you are unsure what to throw a hitter in any given spot, challenge him. CHALLENGE HIM! Make him hit the ball. Either see how far he can hit it, or how he can get himself out. Aggressively pound the zone and everyone can deal with the outcome. When you compete,…
Fake It ‘Til You Make It, When in Doubt…
Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall, What MUST I do to get the Ball? So, you want to run with the big boys, even though you are not quite ready yet. What do you do? Well, it is not always about working harder. It is more so about having your mind right. You have to convince…
Don’t Piss Off The Baseball Gods!!!
The 2019 baseball season begins next week in college. MLB spring training is about to start, and high school baseball is not far behind. With all this excitement which we waited for through the long winter, there is one major aspect of this game to keep in mind. So important, that NO ONE is above…
Velocity Location and Movement How to Get to Cooperstown
As a pitcher, when you have velocity, location, and movement, there is a good chance you will end up in Cooperstown. As we just witnessed last week. This year’s inductees knew how to use these pitching commodities. They also knew how to still pitch when the most popular of the three, was either not needed,…
Fear Gets You Nowhere!
Fear gets you nowhere!! Plain and simple. When you play with fear, pitch with fear, live with fear, more fear tends to show up. Doesn’t it? That’s because you are attracting it into your life. Now if you want to starve that bastard monster out of existence, Embrace the fear as an opportunity to get…
Pitching 101: Stay in the Moment #2MPM
When you get too far ahead of yourself, you get anxious. Dwelling on the past makes you depressed. So why would you pitch under these mental strains? To be successful as a pitcher, you have to understand the importance to stay in the moment. Your job is to make one pitch at a time while…
100th Blog Post on Slider Domination! HUGE NEWS to Follow…
This is the 100th Blog post on Slider Domination! It is very pleasing that I am able to connect with pitchers, parents, and coaches on a weekly basis. I thank everyone for their support of the blog and those who have purchased the Slider Domination product line to enhance their pitching career. It is a…
Why The Expansion of Professional Baseball Matters
Professional baseball has expanded its opportunities over the last two decades. The growth of independent leagues, winter ball, and international teams accepting import players has provided more opportunities to fulfill the ultimate childhood dream. There is more incentive to work hard to get to another level, instead of just accepting the terms that it is…
How Does Free Agency Trickle Down to YOU?
It is that time of the year again! The hot stove is sizzling. Players are on the move and big money is being thrown at them left and right. 2 players may top $300 Million. Love it or hate it, free agency has long been a part of this game. For those who loathe the…
