Partner Evaluations

[JRutledge]

When I work the plate I always ask what my partner thinks about my zone. I just want to see if they see something that I might be doing. That does not mean I take every word to heart or even sometimes agree. But I do ask.

Other things I may not ask about, but I like to talk about plays that were tough and if what I did comes up that will be something I will keep in mind.

Bottom line is I learned long time ago to always consider the source and if I only pick up one thing someone tells me that is a good thing. It might just reaffirm what I am already doing or make me rethink. Most of the things I do are based on training anyway so I am not going to learn something that new in a conversation with a partner. And unfortunately in many cases I work with very few guys that are more experienced than me so it appears sometimes people are reluctant to say much unless I press them. I do not rely on these conversations to shape ultimately what I do.

Peace