When a player becomes a batter (aka “hitter), he or she is now the focal part of the game. An at bat demands the player’s FULL attention and imposes very clear responsibilities to the team and its mission. Each player must build their own approach to hitting with a strong commitment to “getting the job done.”

1. You must want to hit and be confident that you WILL get a hit.
2. Have a distinctive purpose with each at bat.
3. Listen to and watch your base coach(es).
4. Be alert and responsive to signs and EXECUTE.
5. Focus on the ball and “visualize” a hit: “A full head equals an empty bat.”
6. Control your bat and avoid “lazy and stupid” mistakes.
7. Do NOT argue with the umpire (includes a “no smirk” attitude). Adjust to his strike zone… he will NOT change.
8. “Get on for the next guy.”
9. SCORE
10. Have “good eyes!” See it, hit it!
11. Be adaptable with each at bat and “adjust” on the fly!
12. On a wild pitch or passed ball, signal the runner on third base as to action.
13. ON DECK (as the next batter): Remove the bat after the batter hits; coach the runner coming home (slide, “up”, etc.); time the pitcher and his delivery and focus on his release points. PREPARE TO HIT!