Karl Carswell | Damage Hitter

Hitting is a journey of self-discovery.
30+ years in player development & evaluation
Former MLB Scout | Hitting Consultant
Founder - Damage Hitter

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Hear this!

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Personally I find the lack of development in my son’s youth sports experience more my fault than any of his youth coaches.

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@TJewett50 Mixed feelings. Go Get’em my friend

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No one seems to feel it necessary to teach kids hitting is supposed to be hard. So when it’s finally hard kids don’t know what to do. And neither do most coaches and parents.

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@mileswashingt @bwshelley14 @PHSRaiders @PHSOldSchool @NikolausCrouch Another great week!!!

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@PrepBaseballKS @hunter_axline3 @BCCHS_baseball @Buco_Baseball BUCO!

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@mileswashingt @cj_bilbrey @NikolausCrouch @PHSOldSchool Great work!!!

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@BVBaseballCoach BUCO!!! Welcome to the family.

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@CoachJohnsonOU Great spot Skip! Thanks for the tip

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@mileswashingt @NikolausCrouch @ken_guthrie @NickGarritano @CoachNasby @AlexMaloney62 @SamTinkham @MitchLawson9 @curtyk22 @Kyle_Cliff @CoachCalhoon @Theo_Bartolomeo @CoachZorn08 @dennis_vilela @bkrennrich9 @CoachT_RZRBacks Let’s go!

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@dobbsmichael17 @jayceasar23 @PbrUrban @JimmyFackelman You called Todd yet? He’s moving on up

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Turns out, the secret to a national title wasn't just skill—it was having fun and connecting with teammates. Sometimes, enjoying the game is the winning strategy.
#Teamwork #GamerLife

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Losing his starting role and shifting to relief pitching was tough, but it reignited his confidence. This change fueled a national championship win, proving that adaptation can lead to unexpected success.
#Baseball #Comeback

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Performance in sports isn't just about physical skill. It's often the mental and emotional game that truly makes or breaks an athlete. Learning to conquer those internal barriers is key to unlocking potential.
#SportsPsychology #MentalToughness

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The moment of realization on campus: 'This is harder than I thought, but I'll make it happen.' JUCO is a grind, but you have to learn to love it.
#JUCO #StudentLife

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Advice for aspiring college athletes: Winning is key, but fan interaction truly elevates the experience. Cherish your favorite season moments!
#CollegeSports #AthleteLife

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Giving your 100% means giving your absolute best, even if it might not perfectly satisfy everyone. It's about maximizing your effort, not just meeting the minimum. Your best is what you can do, and that's what truly matters.
#Motivation #Effort #PersonalGrowth

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Parents, your role is to support your child's coach, even if you disagree. Make the coach happy by doing your job well. It's about navigating the situation positively, not about being right.
#ParentingTips #YouthSports

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Parents pay for practice time and facilities, not guaranteed playing time. Success in games comes from your effort and what you take from practice. Treat it like a bank account: make daily deposits to have something to withdraw on game day.
#Sports #Motivation