The goal of holistic baseball is to teach life through baseball. We believe that learning the game of baseball can be a powerful tool for learning life lessons that will carry on well beyond playing the game. With this vision in mind, is our goal to develop content, concepts and ideas that benefit players, parents and coaches in an effort to maximize the positive impact the game of baseball can have on communities, teams and players.
In addition to our newsletter, we will create content and services that focus on youth Player Development in a way that is positive, team centric and with a focus on baseball fundamentals and overall life skills.
This 8-week virtual mentorship program is designed to help young athletes develop a strong mental approach to the game of baseball. Throughout the program, players will gain valuable strategies to enhance their mindset, whether it’s refining their approach at the plate, overcoming challenges, or maintaining composure in high-pressure situations. With a focus on building confidence, resilience, and mental toughness, this program equips athletes with practical tools to improve their performance and handle the ups and downs of the game with a strong, focused mindset.
Required Purchases: Each participant will be asked to purchase a copy of Heads Up Baseball by Ken Ravizza
Who: Open to all players ages 12-18
When: Weekly 1-hour Zoom sessions over 8 weeks
What's Included:
Weekly discussions on key mental skills (handling failure, staying focused, building confidence, etc.)
Real-life applications from John's experience playing Division 1 baseball
Small group breakout discussions for personalized mentorship
Guest appearances from current professional players and high-level college athletes
Cost: $300
While many players prioritize physical training, few invest time in developing the mental skills that distinguish good athletes from great ones. Having experienced the game as both a player and a coach, John has seen firsthand how crucial the mental aspect is to success on the field. Yet, it remains one of the most overlooked areas in player development, particularly for young athletes.
Objective: Set expectations, introduce core mental skills, and establish individual goals
Agenda
Welcome & Introductions (15 min)
Introduction to the program
John San Jule introduction, background
Player introductions
Icebreaker: What's one area of your mental game you struggle with? What's one area that you do well?
Discuss Components of the Mental Game
Focus, confidence, composure, body language, resilience
Self-Assessment Activity
Players rank themselves in each category (1-10 scale)
Breakout Rooms: Sharing Strengths & Weaknesses (15 min)
Closing & Homework (5 min)
Read assigned Heads Up Baseball section
Reflect: What's your "why" in baseball?
Objective: Teach the importance of focus and how to block out distractions
Agenda
Recap & Discussion (10 min)
Review self-assessments from last week
Key Concept: Controlling Your Attention (15 min)
External vs. internal focus
The "Big 3" distractions: past mistakes, future outcomes, external pressure
Drill: Focusing Under Pressure (15 min)
Breathing + focal point exercise
Breakout Rooms: How do you Refocus In-game? (15 min)
Closing & Homework (5 min)
Track focus shifts during practices/games this week
Objective: Learn how high-level players build cofidence and perform under pressure
Objective: Teach players how to respond to failure productively
Objective: Develop personalized mental preparation routines for consistency
Objective: Teach players how to stay clam and composes under high-pressure moments
Objective: Learn about the mental game at the next level and what it takes to succeed
Objective: Wrap up the program with personal reflections and an action plan for continued mental growth