A Ball Player’s Prayer by Hal Skinner

 
 
God grant me wisdom to tell a strike from a ball,
To know where to throw, and never to fall.
 
Keep me always in the base line, running straight and true,
And I’ll look for Your sign to stretch one into two.
 
God give me vision to see every pitch,
So if a player needs help, then I will see [...]

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What’s Really Important in Baseball and Life

This is a handout that Matt received at his first Division 1 practice. From an unattributed source, it is outstanding advice for any age.
 
ATTITUDE
Have a can-do attitude
Have a “how can I help” attitude
Have a “we can win” attitude – think like a winner!
NGU – Never Give Up!!
When you’re down, you have to get back up
When a teammate [...]

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The Sportsmanship Code of Babe Ruth League

 
Develop a strong, clean, healthy body, mind and soul.
Develop a strong urge for sportsman-like conduct.
Develop understanding of and respect for the RULES.
Develop courage in defeat, tolerance and modesty in victory.
Develop control over emotions and speech.
Develop spirit of cooperation and team play.
Develop into real, true CITIZENS.
 
 
© Copyright 1951 by Babe Ruth League, Inc. from www.baberuthleague.org

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Eye of the Tiger

Today I will do what it takes to become more competitive than ever before.
Today I will again earn my place on the roster.
Today I will be an example of Hustle and Commitment for my teammates,
Because as I play the game, so also plays my entire team.
Tomorrow will take care of itself, because…
Today I am a [...]

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