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Old Thu Jan 21, 2010, 10:37am
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Discuss Pregame - fly ball and base coverage; when to go for help; how you will communicate with your partner(s); eye contact, etc.

Discuss having a Postgame review. You get better by knowing what you need to work on, and no postgame review will give you nothing to work on!

Discuss Demeanour and Etiquette - physical appearance; confidence; hustle; how you will handle coaches, players, and fans (as needed); when/if it's appropriate to be "chummy" vs "professional" - and can you be both.

On the high school level I'd beat Pregame to death - a good pregame will save a lot of hassles later on the field.


JJ
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