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🎙️ Before making changes, Alexa Potts watches hitters swing and asks questions to see what they understand about themselves. Then, she targets the lowest hanging fruit—the one change that will make the biggest impact.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YWremMpQZsU

What’s the first thing you look for when evaluating a swing?

In this clip from Raise Your Game, Alexa Potts shares one of her go-to questions during evaluations: “Where did you miss?” She explains how getting hitters to recognize and verbalize their swing misses—especially when they’re consistently under the ball—can lead to quick mechanical adjustments.

By helping athletes understand their tendencies, coaches can encourage awareness and promote smarter, more intentional swings.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YWremMpQZsU

🎙️ Softball pitchers need more than a pitch caller—they need ownership of their craft. Jess Schmittling explains why pitchers should be able to shake off pitches, trust their instincts, and avoid becoming predictable on the mound.

Do you think pitchers should have more control over their pitch selection?

🎙️ Athletes should be more than just players—they should be students of the game. Jess Schmittling breaks down why involving pitchers in charting helps them set goals, understand their performance, and improve in-game decision-making.

📢 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/tml-S1XzN_s

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