You can influence what comes next if youâre intentional.
Example 1: Want a breaking ball away?
Take a pitch and bail out. Pull your front shoulder off. Make it look like you canât handle spin away.
A smart pitcher sees that and goes right back to it.
Now youâre ready for it.
Example 2: Want a fastball in?
Take a pitch and dive. Fall over the plate. Show them youâre covering away.
A smart pitcher adjusts and tries to beat you in.
Now youâre on time and ready to turn it.
This is the point:
Better competition = better adjustments.
Thatâs an advantage if youâre thinking ahead.
Youâre not guessing. You're leading the at-bat.
Next time you hit, ask yourself: âWhat am I showing them⊠and what do I want back?â