Pre Pitch Preparation ()
Pre Pitch Mental Thoughts
- Know how many outs there are
- Knowing the count on the batter can help you get into better position to make a play
- e.g. 0-2 count - patter is protecting might be more apt to go to the opposite field so outfielder would move over and in
- e.g. 3-1 count matters more aggressive so might want to see back and play straight or shade to pull
- Know where the baserunners are if any
- Go over possible situations if ball is hit to you
- Take alignment according to the batter and the count
- Anticipate where you will need to make throws on different base hits
- Be prepared to back up bases when needed
- any throws to first, second, or third needs to have an outfielder backing up
- Take into consideration the wind and other conditions
- Runner at 1st
if the ball is hit to you must be sure you can throw baserunner out a third,
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