The Importance of Visualization

Hi Everyone,

This week our focus has been on visualization and mental focus throughout the pitching routine. Being mentally focused is one of the most important aspects of being a successful pitcher regardless of age or experience. Just like practicing physical skills, mental focus must be practiced and performed each time a pitcher steps on to the mound. Practice sessions are just as important as game situations. A pitcher who gets into the habit of having a calm and intense  focus on the mound will be more confident in herself and can calmly lead her team by example.

Practice: Before Practice sessions or games take a moment to visualize your pre-game/warm-up routine. See yourself performing each drill or pitch with perfect mechanics throwing as hard as you can.

*Hint: This is not an easy thing to do. It takes many hours of practice. Don't give up! The benefits are enormous! Keep your mental focus sessions short and concentrated. You can do these almost anywhere as long as you are in a space where you can focus your entire mind on the task at hand.

Good Luck, 

Coach Claire