advice for try outs.... please answer

Just bumping this one to the top in the "Players Only forum" as I see it didn't get an answer last night.

Any players out there with advice for monty..?

Well Monty, here's my attempt to help offer some hopefully solid advice,

Just tell your friend to play hard and make sure that if he makes any errors that they are minimal ones, and deffinately do not over pressure himself in the situation that he's in, hustle and work hard, show the coach that you want and deserve to make one of those 3 non returning spots, hope this helps your friend.

I never threw an illegal pitch. The trouble is, once in a while I toss one that ain't never been seen by this generation

Hustle
Listen
Keep a positive Attitude
Hustle
Listen
Don't joke around
Hustle
Listen
Dress like a ballplayer
Respect the game
If there is BP - Be pitch selective
Hustle
Listen
It might be a bit for this suggestion, - Plan ahead, be in shape and ready to play baseball

Did I mention Hustle & Listen?

Good Luck

cong

"In baseball, you don't know nothing." - Yogi

hustle your ***, be a leader. If you know what to do, make sure other people know what to do. Look smooth out there, hard throws, hit the man in the chest, be FAST. HIT the ball to the right side. DO NOT STRIKE OUT LOOKING!!!!! hit the ball! 2 strikes with a man on base...HIT IT

Dont Try..
You Already Lost..

First, give him a key point or two based on your experience with the coach. A little insight into his personality, likes/dislikes, etc never hurt.

My .01 for your friend.

Focus on the process, not the result. In other words, do the things necessary to succeed (see cong's list) and things will work out.

Concentrate on the tryout, and forget about if the coach did or didn't see something. Because if that's what you're focused on you're energy is wasted and you likely will underperform. Believe me, he'll notice you so just focus on your game.

If you feel yourself getting tense, take a couple of deep breaths, it will relax you.

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Originally posted by Coachdubya:
First, give him a key point or two based on your experience with the coach. A little insight into his personality, likes/dislikes, etc never hurt.

If you feel yourself getting tense, take a couple of deep breaths, it will relax you.

Focus on what the goal is and you will be fine. Show the swagger it takes and prove that you belong.

If you run as a group finish in the first third.
If the team has to pick up balls, pick up more than your share.
Get there early each day and be loose before tryouts begin.
Be one of the last ones to leave each day.
Show respect to the coaches and the other players.
Don't put anyone down who makes an error or mental mistake, has a weak swing, etc.
Clean up your trash (empty water bottles, etc.).

My 2 cents:
For standing in line waiting for fungo, don't be the first, so you can see what's goin on, but be one of the first...3rd or 4th...
also if he has troubles with jitters, just tell him to think about executing the play and doing a great job, instead of worrying about missing it.