How To: Mental Approach To Hitting | Baseball Tips

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  1. Jermaine Curtis shares insights on approaching an at-bat from a batter’s perspective, emphasizing the importance of having a plan before stepping up to the plate.
  2. He discusses facing a left-handed pitcher throwing 94-95 mph with a strong change-up and outlines his strategy to avoid hitting into a double play.
  3. Curtis stresses the need to take pitches that don’t fit the plan and to stay focused, even considering shadows affecting visibility.
  4. During the at-bat, he describes his thought process while evaluating pitches, including taking a change-up and a low inside fastball.
  5. He highlights the significance of staying calm, taking deep breaths, and recognizing that the pressure is on the pitcher, not the batter.
  6. Curtis encourages viewers to execute their plan and maintain confidence throughout the at-bat.
  7. He discusses the strategy of hitting against pitchers who alternate between fastballs and off-speed pitches, noting common sequences they use.
  8. After observing a pattern of off-speed pitches, he anticipates a fastball coming next and prepares to hit it up the middle.
  9. Curtis emphasizes the importance of fighting off pitches to extend at-bats and ultimately successfully hits a fastball that drives in a runner.
  10. He encourages viewers to learn from this approach and expresses gratitude for their support, inviting them to engage with more of his content.

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