Question for D1 or Bust Crowd
If an NCAA D2 Conference said they were switching to NCAA D1, what would be the difference about the EXPERIENCE.
Same D2 Fields, Same D2 Competition, Same D2 Coaching, etc.
So. Again...
What is really the difference between NCAA D1/D2? D3?
The Principles of Popovich:
1. Humility
"Get over yourself."
2. Discipline
"Don't skip any steps."
3. Determination
"Grow and get better every day."
4. Toughness
"Respond the right way."
5. Togetherness
"Sacrifice for each other."
6. Perspective
"See the big picture."
HS ball players:
Next 1-3 weeks are big.
Evaluate ‘22 season, reflect on what went well & what didn’t, & set goals for the next 12m.
What needs to improve? Challenge it.
Body need a break? Take it.
Fall ball? If yes, why?
12m from now, what gets you to where you want to be?
This interaction was incredible.
So many things to dissect, analyze and breakdown but the biggest IMO is player’s response to being challenged by a demanding coach.
No hurt feelings.
Constant eye contact.
Direct and prompt response.
Get back to work.
Hornets win 5-4 off a walk off single.
Bourmas: 4IP, 8K's, 1H
Galarza: 2IP, 3K's
Brummet: 1IP, 2K's
Galarza, Bennett, Flores, Brincks, Ratcliff & Scott with 1 hit each.
Team: 12-21 QAB's
@D50Athletics@IHSBCA1@HarvardD50
Was great to finish off last week with an egg drop project for physics. Kids were great discussing momentum and velocity of their egg saving devices. @HHSHornets1
Hornet Nation, the baseball program is selling cookie dough and we would would be grateful for anyone who purchased a tub. Orders would be shipped to the HS for your pickup. Saturday is our closing date and thank you for your support. @HarvardD50
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High School Baseball reveals who you really are as a player. It costs $0 to play and you are owed nothing. It doesn’t matter what your name is, your travel team, your showcase stats, or where you’re committed to. The best players play! HS coaches want to win—plain and simple!
Ave velo for 19 MLB C’s who averaged <2.0 in ‘19 was 81.2mph
Strong 💪 is definitely difference maker but not most important component. Get rid of it quick & put it near the bag!
In ‘19, @Yan_AGomes was 3rd in ave release (.65), 25th in ave velo (79.5) & 10th in ave pop (1.95).