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Welcome to Baseball Coaches Unplugged with Coach Ken Carpenter, presented by AthleteOne.
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Baseball Coaches Unplugged is a podcast for baseball coaches With 27 years of high school baseball coaching under his belt, here to bring you the inside scoop on all things baseball, from game-winning strategies and pitching secrets to hitting drills and defensive drills.
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We're covering it all.
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Whether you're a high school coach, college coach or just a baseball enthusiast, we'll dive into the tactics and techniques that make the difference on and off the field.
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Discover how to build a winning mentality.
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Inspire your players and get them truly bought into your game philosophy Plus, get the latest insights on recruiting, coaching, leadership and crafting a team culture that champions productivity and success.
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Join Coach every week as he breaks down the game and shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories.
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Your competitive edge starts here, so check out the show weekly and hear from the best coaches in the game.
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On Baseball Coaches Unplugged.
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Before we get started, I'd like to make a couple just quick announcements.
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At the time of this recording, it's January 25th, and on January 27th, which would be Monday, I'm going to be on an operating room table at the Cleveland Clinic for ulcerative colitis, something I've been battling for the last 12 years, and I found out recently that the J pouch that was put inside of me when they removed my large intestines and colon 12 years ago is now failing.
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So I will be out of commission for a and it's created osteomyelitis which is attacking my spine and I am going to be living with an ostomy bag for a minimum of six months to a year and maybe for the rest of my life.
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A minimum of six months to a year and maybe for the rest of my life.
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But my whole point for letting you know this is going to continue to do the podcast.
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This episode will go out on Wednesday, which I believe would be the 29th and the following week.
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I've already recorded and got ahead of things.
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I was excited to get butch chaffin to uh join me and, uh, we really cover a lot of great things and, uh, it's a great episode, something I think you guys would really enjoy, and that would be on, I believe that wednesday, february 5th, I believe that Wednesday, february 5th.
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But if you're listening here right now, I want to let you know that if you've got something you think might be bothering you it might be a health issue, but you're not taking the time to make an appointment to go see a doctor, get it checked out.
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I would recommend doing it because you just you just never know what what's going to happen and you know it's best to get ahead of things if you can.
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You know I I spoke with a friend of mine who, you know, wanted me to help him out with some things and his name is Mike Yinger, and it ended up jog on my memory to set up an appointment with my surgeon and because of that they checked some biopsies and now I'm in the boat I'm in now I have to have surgery and definitely having life-changing experience with how I'm going to be dealing with day-to-day life.
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But enough about me.
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I wanted to let you know that I'm going to continue to try to get back as quick as possible with the podcast, hoping to have no interruptions, and I got ahead of it with a couple episodes here.
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So thank you again for listening and hopefully not preaching to you about your health, but you know your family's counting on you, so do what you can to stay healthy.
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And now I'd like to just do what is expected when you decided to check out this episode, and let's jump into that right now.
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And today.
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I want to dive into a topic that every player faces at some point in their playing career Overcoming slumps.
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Whether you're a high school player or a seasoned pro, hitting a rough patch is inevitable.
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But fear not, because today we're going to explore how players can break out of slumps and how coaches can play a pivotal role in that process.
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Let's start by defining a slump.
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A slump is an extended period where a player's performance dips significantly.
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This could be a batting slump, where a hitter struggles to get hits, or a pitching slump, where a pitcher can't seem to find a strike zone.
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Slumps can be mentally and physically draining, but also there's an opportunity for growth and learning.
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So how can a player overcome a slump?
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First step is you've got to stay positive and maintain confidence.
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It's easy to get down on yourself when things aren't going well, but a positive mindset is crucial.
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Remember slumps are temporary and every player that's ever played the game will go through them.
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Next thing we need to do is focus on the fundamentals.
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Sometimes, when players are struggling, they try to do too much or they change their approach.
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Go back to the basics, like proper stance.
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Grip.
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Swing mechanics can easily help you reset and refocus.
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Another key aspect is mental preparation.
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Visualization and mental rehearsal can be a powerful tool.
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Imagine yourself succeeding in the game, seeing the ball hit off the sweet spot or even making the perfect pitch.
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The mental practice can translate into better performance on the field.
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The next thing to talk about is how can the coach help players overcome these slumps?
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Coaches, I don't need to tell you how to do it, but you know, probably one thing that is helpful would be to be supportive and understanding.
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It is important to create a positive environment where the players feel safe expressing their struggles without fear of judgment.
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One effective strategy is to break down the slump into smaller, manageable parts.
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For example, if a hitter is struggling with their swing, the coach can work with them on specific drills to improve their mechanics.
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Whether it's getting out the tee, soft toss or live batting practice, coaches can also provide constructive criticism.
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This feedback is huge for a player's mental toughness.
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Instead of focusing on what the player is doing wrong, highlight what they're doing right and build from there.
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Positive reinforcement can go a long way in boosting a player's confidence.
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Just think back to when you played the game as a player coaches Remember.
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A recent guest that I had was Tim Lee.
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He's the baseball coach at Ingram High School in Seattle, washington.
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Tim shared how he helps his players maintain composure and focus during challenging times.
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He emphasized the importance of positive visualization and box breathing techniques to help players stay calm and centered.
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Another guest I had was David Klein.
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Another guest I had was David Klein.
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He's the founder of MP Legends out in California, and he discussed the importance of shifting the focus from winning to development.
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By prioritizing player growth over immediate results, coaches can help players stay motivated and committed to improving even when they're in a slump.
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So, in conclusion, overcoming slumps is a combination of mental toughness, focusing on the fundamentals and a supportive coaching environment.
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Players need to stay positive, work on their skills and use mental strategies to regain their confidence.
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Coaches, you play a critical role by providing guidance, constructive feedback and creating a positive atmosphere.
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That's all for now.
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So thanks for tuning in to Baseball Coaches Unplugged.
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If you have any questions or want to share your experiences with overcoming slumps, feel free to reach out.
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I'm on xatathlete1podcast and I'd love to hear from you.
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Be sure to tune in.
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Next week, as I said earlier, Butch Chaffin will be on the podcast and we will be discussing the secrets to becoming an elite baseball player, because he's seen the best as he's been coaching USA Baseball.
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He'll discuss mental toughness, passion and some other memorable moments from his time coaching baseball.
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Today's episode of Baseball Coaches Unplugged is powered by the netting professionals, improving programs one facility at a time.
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Contact them today at 844-620-2707, or visit them online at wwwnettingproscom.
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As always, I'm your host, coach Ken Carpenter.
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Thanks for listening to Baseball Coaches Unplugged, take care.
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