Pitching in the Altitude: A Game of Adjustments

⚾Pitching at high altitude requires adjustments to account for the effects on the ball's movement and carry.

🧠Mental strategies such as focusing on a pebble and humming a song help me center myself before each inning.

🤔Observing the opposing team's batting tendencies and making in-game adjustments are crucial for success.

🔥My Quick Pitch delivery disrupts hitters' timing and makes them think more in the batter's box.

⚡The altitude affects the movement and carry of my fastball, making it important to adjust pitch location and selection.

How does the altitude affect your pitching strategy?

—The altitude affects the movement and carry of the ball, making it crucial to adjust pitch location and selection.

What mental strategies do you use before each inning?

—I focus on a pebble and hum a song to center myself and maintain focus on the game.

How do you disrupt hitters' timing?

—I use my Quick Pitch delivery to make hitters think more in the batter's box and disrupt their timing.

How do you make in-game adjustments based on the opposing team's tendencies?

—I observe the opposing team's batting tendencies and make adjustments to my pitch selection and location to exploit their weaknesses.

How do you deal with the challenges of pitching in high altitude?

—I make adjustments to my pitching strategy, maintain a positive mindset, and focus on executing my pitches effectively.

00:00In my first game at high altitude, I adjust my pitching strategy based on the effects on the ball's movement and carry.

02:52Before each inning, I use mental strategies like focusing on a pebble and humming a song to center myself and maintain focus.

04:47I disrupt hitters' timing with my Quick Pitch delivery, making them think more and disrupting their rhythm.

07:57The altitude affects the movement and carry of my fastball, leading to adjustments in pitch location and selection.

11:58Despite the challenges, I have a clean first inning and work towards strikeouts in my first game at high altitude.