Characteristics of MLB 1st Round Draft Choice

Predicting Success at MLB Level Scientific ApproachMultitude of factorsPhysical

Scouting Reports Stat Sheets Stopwatch Speed gun

Mental EvaluationMental toughnessConcentrationEmotional Control

Blue Print for Player Development

Prospects who have physical tools, but don’t have the mental tools to make an impact at the MLB level

Lesser physical talent, mental make-up, develop into MLB talent

Characteristics of MLB 1st Rnd Concentration Errors – typical 1st round MLB draft pick makes

fewer…make the plays they are suppose to make…routine plays…Jeter

Cause of Concentration Errors – Distractions

Internal Distractions – from within the athlete Fear of Failure, negative thoughts Lack of Confidence

External Distractions – surroundings/environment Umpires Players Parents

Typical Internal/External Distractions Unusual noises or visual distractions Intimidation, Psych-outs Umpires Presence of scouts, media, radar gun Over-coaching – coach, parent, team mates Negative thoughts, mind block Off-field distraction Frustration, dwelling Mind reading – what others think of you

Refocusing SkillsHelp athlete Recognize when off task

Off routineHelp athlete Regroup when off task

Get back on trackHelp athlete Refocus

What’s important nowWhat do I need to do to execute this play or pitch

Characteristics of MLB 1st Rnd Typical 1st round MLB draft pick makes better decisions

Speed of decision Accuracy of decision Commitment to decision Derek Jeter flip play

Formula for SuccessNo Expectations•Replace with manageable objectives that focus on the process•Replace with confidence and strong beliefs

Let go of expectations•How expectations limit success•What type do you take to competition•Types of expectations – results, stats, quality of performance

Manageable objectives•Strive for goals, don’t have to reach•Focus attention on what you want to do•Focus on the process

Process Goals•Performance Goals – quality AB, 2K approach•Mental Goals – one pitch warrior, trust training, be aggressive

Characteristics of MLB 1st Rnd Typical 1st round MLB draft pick has more confidence

Highly confident people Intrinsic motivate vs. Extrinsic – they will do it themselves Competitive – push themselves, own best Quickly recover from physical and mental errors

No expectations + Confidence + Goals = Best of your ability

What are expectations?

Demands

Focused on outcome

Judgmental

Support comfort zone

Cause Pressure

KILLS Confidence

SummaryAt the moment of truth, elite performers must be able to

maintain focus, control emotions, and communicate effectively to team mates

MLB 1st round picks - Less Likely to make concentration errors – not distractedExhibit mental and emotional control – no expectationsAccuracy of decisions – confidence/competitive

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