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     As a batter you should be relaxed with confidence.  What you have learned in practice is about to be applied in a game, and you know what to do.  Relax and let that part of you that practiced all those hours take over to do what you know how to do.  Hit.  Of course you wouldn't be here without knowing the basics of hitting.  Review them in your mind every time you are at the plate.  If you are working on a particular aspect of your swing, remind yourself before each pitch.  Recite the swing sequence, while you take a deep breath.
     As a batter you need to know your own strengths and weaknesses.  Know the pitcher and her routine, any telltale motions that indicate a certain pitch.  Learn what you can from the catcher.  Where she sets up, how she calls the game.  Does she change her calls if you move up or back, in or out?  Remember, every time you face this same pitcher your adds of hitting a good pitch increase.  That is, as long as you are paying attention to your own history with her.  Did she make you popup before?  What pitch did she strike you out with?  If you remember your history and she doesn't, your odds increase even more.  

The Count ~  Always know the count, but don't always believe the scoreboard.  If you are unsure, ask the umpire - remember to request time and step out of the box.  Know the pitcher and know yourself.  Face each pitch as a new event, and don't let the pitcher influence your mood.  Wait for a good pitch.  If you have a smart at-bat, the pitcher will have to throw your pitch at least once, or walk you.  Don't be too sure about your guessing the pitches, but certainly use the information you have to guess.  For example, many pitchers will try to throw a strike down the middle on a 2-0 or 3-0 pitch.  But a ball that is close to the strikezone might be best for the pitcher to select, knowing that you are going to be semi-committed to swinging at a fastball in the middle.  Maybe that's what she did last time to strike you out, but this time she may burn one by your "take" attitude.  Guessing can only help your odds, so be prepared to be wrong, but guess.

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