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Just as a basketball player goes through a regular, consistent routine prior to every free throw shot he/she take, softball players should also develop “routines” they go through before games or before executing a particular skill.

[ismember]Do your players use pre-performance routines?
If not, help them develop their own. Pre-performance routines help place your players in a consistent state of mind prior to competition. Remember, the more consistent their approach, the easier they can get themselves into a consistently calm, confident state, the better they will perform on a more consistent basis.

This week, observe your players.

• Do they use a routine during their at bats?
• Do your pitchers use a particular routine before each pitch?
• Do your defensive players go through a certain set up before each pitch?
• Does your team go through a consistent pre-game warm-up?

These routines help your players stay in control of their mindset during the, a huge asset to any athlete![/ismember]