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An MLK Jr. Edition: A Querc From The Merc
As a tribute to the great leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., here are some of his words to reflect on regarding leadership. Great words to live and compete by… LEADING BY EXAMPLE “People are often led to causes and often become committed to great ideas through persons who personify those ideas. They have…
Read MoreA(nother) Querc From The Merc (forget it…he’s rolling!)
What are college coaches looking for in potential recruits Versatility / Athleticism: can you play multiple positions? Can you play the outfield and infield? Are you willing to try a new position in practice and will you volunteer to help out the team if it means a position change? Can you get a bunt down…
Read MoreA Querc From The Merc, 1/15/20
We are about 75 days away from our first Viper tournament games and about 50-60 days for HS scrimmages. Players, here is the quote to remember: “If I need to beg you to come to practice, display a better attitude or give a better effort, you will need to beg me for playing time” Its…
Read MoreIndoor Winter Workouts, Part 2
As we enter the heart of the winter workouts, here is the schedule for the rest of January, February and March for indoor workouts As a reminder, should snow impact indoor scheduling, teams are encouraged to seek new times to make up. Please note these times may not be at the most convenient times…
Read MoreA Querc From The Merc, 12/18/19
Girls: Studies suggest that those who take the entire winter break off from doing any physical activity (lifting/ running/ hitting/ pitching etc) that your performance will show when you return. Do not let your opponent get an advantage over you. High School Softball starts in less than 3 months, be ready, be prepared #NoDaysOff…
Read MoreChallenging All Vipers & Coaches: Don’t Kill Your Game
I received the below from a softball mailing list I am on (one of the hundreds I receive would think). Anyway…this one caught my attention and I NEED to pass it on to our players. Any coach or player who has ever been to a clinic or practice I run, I obsess over throwing mechanics. …
Read MoreA Querc From The Merc 12/6/19
The best hitters should have a two-strike approach that differs from their 1 strike or no strike count: Choke up and shorten up on the swing. The two-strike swing is a protective, put-it-in-play type swing, especially with runners on base. Make the defense handle the ball, get runners in and as I say all the…
Read MoreWinter Workouts
This is a transitional time of year…some players/teams/coaches enjoy some down time while others like to stay in rhythm and continue on. We leave this to each team and coach to manage themselves. Having said that, the practice reps in December should be relatively easy and at a slower pace. Have fun and keep the…
Read MoreIndoor Workouts, 2019/20
Here is the schedule for indoor workouts for 2019/20. Teams have the option of “double sessions” on Sundays, or can choose “bubble time” only. For example…if 12UW/14U White wish to practice in the bubble only on 12/8, they will forego their indoor facility time. They have the option of doing both if they so choose. …
Read MoreA Thanksgiving Querc From The Merc
Players – As we enter Thanksgiving Week, now would be a great time to give thanks for: * Your parents for their support, dedication and sacrifice for getting you to lessons, practices, tournaments, and giving up family and vacation time * Great teammates who love and support you * A great facility to practice in…
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