@PG_Scouting@WowFactorNation Gaining 30lbs while also dropping time is no small feat — that kind of combination takes serious, disciplined programming to pull off.
The pitcher who gives up 4 in the first and goes on to win is not more talented than the one who collapses. They have a system for the 90 seconds between pitches.
Your pitcher just gave up 4 runs in the first inning. The worst thing you can say is 'shake it off.' Here's what actually works — and why vague encouragement makes it worse.
Research on performance stress is consistent: vague positive feedback increases anxiety. Specific process cues reduce it. Coaches who know this win more close games.