Baseball's sixth tool
Mark Gola
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Baseball's sixth tool
by Mark Gola
Published
2008
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Pages
153
ISBN-13
9780071545150
ISBN-10
0071545158
Description
Put your game into overdrive with this complete guide to harnessing your athletic instincts.In baseball, a five-tool player possesses the five most important skills: hitting for power, hitting for average, defense, arm strength, and speed. But there is one essential skill that brings it all together: Baseball's Sixth Tool. It's that extra something, an X-factor that can make a good player great.In this fully illustrated, information-packed guide, coach Mark Gola shows you how to use your smarts to channel your instincts, psych out your opponents, deal with pressure, and much more. Whether you're in Little League or heading for the majors, you'll find all the answers in these 105 helpful tips written expressly to teach you how to:Fire up your baserunning without increasing speedStep up your defensive play using keen observation and communicationMaster pitching with super-smart strategiesPerfect your swing by getting prepared before you step to the plateAnd become the all-around all-star player that every coach wants
Subjects
Teaching the Mental Aspects of Baseball
The mental game of baseball
Heads-up baseball
Mental Toughness
The psychology of baseball
An assessment and treatment of precompetitive state anxiety among collegiate baseball players
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Baseball's sixth tool?
This edition of Baseball's sixth tool has approximately 153 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Baseball's sixth tool?
For most readers, Baseball's sixth tool typically takes between 3h 11m and 2h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Baseball's sixth tool?
The estimated word count for Baseball's sixth tool is approximately 38,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Baseball's sixth tool?
Baseball's sixth tool was written by Mark Gola.
When was Baseball's sixth tool published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.