Thrower:
The streets are our enemy!! Of course there may be times later in the game where we might throw a hitter to set up a DP or power situation, but in general it’s not great. Ultimately if I throw multiple “4 balls” I am putting myself and my team in unnecessary and undesirable situations. One of our main goals as pitchers is to limit it as much as possible. Try focusing on these to help:
• Better focus on mechanics and location during games of catch. Throw all your types of pitches while catching. If you’re all over the catch, chances are you’ll be all over the mound.
• BREATHE!! Keep it cool out there. Don’t let the game rush you. The situation is what it is. Stay focused on the future and be present in the moment. “What is the purpose of this throw here at this time?”
• Have regular weekly bullpens to focus on feelings, repeat your delivery, and reiterate your pitch.
• Avoid “3 ball” counting by getting better at 2 ball counting. Have the attitude to end the fight right now. Forced action. Eliminate walks by eliminating 3 ball counts.
• Every day out there is different. On days you’re not as sharp as you’d like, use a larger plate section. Be careful about trying to throw to the corner when you don’t have that ability in that inning or game.
• If your FB prompt is off, use your other tone. That’s one of the reasons why we have so many offers. Throwing some/some in a row can act as a distraction from the negative feelings surrounding our FB at the time and also act as a reset for our FB release.
• Stop giving hitters too much credit. Hitting is hard!! Yes, sometimes they will win but on average they will not win more often. Challenge them!
Pitchers, we need to stay off those roads. Keep learning and thinking about the little things to help you walk less, throw fewer pitches, and stay in the game longer.
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Gaming Hub
A gaming hub can refer to a central platform or space dedicated to gaming, where players can access games, interact with other gamers, and enjoy related content. Here are a few different kinds of gaming hubs you might be referring to:
Physical Gaming Hubs:
Gaming Cafés: Physical locations where players can rent time on high-end gaming PCs or consoles to play popular multiplayer or single-player games.
Esports Arenas: Specialized venues for competitive gaming tournaments where players or teams face off in games like League of Legends, CS
, or Fortnite.
Digital Gaming Hubs:
Steam, Epic Games Store, or GOG: Digital storefronts where you can purchase and play games, join online communities, and access updates and patches.
Game Launchers: Platforms like Steam, Blizzard’s Battle.net, and Xbox Game Pass often act as hubs where gamers can access multiple titles and keep track of their library.
Cloud Gaming Platforms: Services like NVIDIA GeForce Now or Xbox Cloud Gaming that allow players to stream games on various devices without needing high-end hardware.
Social/Community Gaming Hubs:
Discord Servers: Dedicated communities for games where players can chat, share tips, and find others to play with.
Reddit Communities: Subreddits dedicated to specific games or gaming news.
Gaming Consoles as Hubs:
Systems like the PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch act as central hubs for playing games, interacting with friends, and even streaming content like Netflix or Twitch.
If you meant something specific by “gaming hub,” let me know and I can elaborate further!
