No Groundballs
The Official Blog of Rob Crews and Complete Game.
You've been there before. Bottom of the 7th, down by one, runners on first and second. As you step to the plate, that familiar feeling creeps in: "I've never hit well against this pitcher." Your...
Picture this: it's the bottom of the seventh, bases loaded, full count, and your team is clinging to a one-run lead. The entire team stands on the field, sharing a single moment in time. The...
part three of a three-part series on flow state
The history of baseball and softball is filled with remarkable examples of players achieving transcendent performance through flow state....
Part two of a three-part series on Flow State
Achieving Flow State at the Plate
Baseball and softball players can't just flip a switch to enter flow state, but they can create the optimal...
Part One of a Three-Part Series on Flow State
Understanding Flow State in Baseball and Softball
Flow state, often described as being "in the zone," is a psychological state where athletes perform...
Baseball and softball are demanding sports that require not just physical prowess, but significant mental fortitude. While most athletes focus on physical training and skill development, mental...
I thought it would be good to keep this sleep education thing going. In Part 1, we covered the fundamentals of sleep's impact on baseball and softball performance. Now, let's dive deeper into the...
Sleep: The Secret Weapon for Baseball and Softball Players
In baseball and softball, the difference between a hard hit ball and a miss-hit can often comes down to milliseconds. The ability...
Athletes often concentrate on physical training and recovery, but mental clarity and focus are equally crucial for peak performance. The foods you consume can significantly impact your cognitive...
Beyond the physical skills, baseball and softball teach invaluable life lessons about handling adversity. When a hitter steps into the box with two outs and runners in scoring position, they're not...
Building Confidence in the Off-Season
The off-season isn't just about physical preparation – it's a crucial time to develop the mental fortitude that separates good hitters from great ones....
Here’s how we’re applying Wabi-Sabi principles to the diamond:
1. Embracing Imperfection:
• A bad at-bat, a missed play, or a tough loss are not...
