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| Author | : H.A. Dorfman |
| Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
| Total Pages | : 287 |
| Release | : 2017-03-01 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1630761850 |
Author H.A. Dorfman brings his years of expertise as instructor/counselor with the A's, Marlins, and Devil Rays to provide an easy-to-use, A-to-Z handbook which will give insight and instruction on how to pitch to peak performance at every level of the game. Perfect for pitchers who need that extra edge or hitters who want to better understand the mental moves on the mound. With a new foreword by Rick Wolff!
| Author | : Nolan Ryan |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 180 |
| Release | : 1991-04-15 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0671705814 |
Offers advice on the mechanics of pitching, and recommends a program of weight training, aerobic exercise, and sound nutrition.
| Author | : Dan Blewett |
| Publisher | : Dan Blewett |
| Total Pages | : 293 |
| Release | : 2019-04-08 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 1727813936 |
Dear Baseball Gods, Why didn't you look out for him? Didn't he deserve better? He hustled, competed, and played the game the right way. What happened wasn't fair. A Second Comeback Dan sat by a tree, staring at the ground trying to decide what he would do next. The doctor had just explained that everything he worked for was now ruined. A second Tommy John surgery? Does anyone come back from that? Is my career over? Is this it? A Winding Road to the Top As a walk-on in college, Dan had to earn everything. He pitched on three hours sleep, lived in the clubhouse, played for a team that collapsed mid-season, and endured more arm pain than any kid should. A Way to Move On When finally forced to hang up his cleats, Dan looked in the mirror and didn't recognize the man peering back. If no longer a ballplayer...what would he do? What had been the point of it all? Who was he? The Deeper Side of Life as an Athlete In this philosophical memoir, written as a series of letters, you'll learn that the pinstripes don't wash off so easily.
| Author | : Max Marchi |
| Publisher | : CRC Press |
| Total Pages | : 302 |
| Release | : 2018-11-19 |
| Genre | : Mathematics |
| ISBN | : 1351107070 |
Analyzing Baseball Data with R Second Edition introduces R to sabermetricians, baseball enthusiasts, and students interested in exploring the richness of baseball data. It equips you with the necessary skills and software tools to perform all the analysis steps, from importing the data to transforming them into an appropriate format to visualizing the data via graphs to performing a statistical analysis. The authors first present an overview of publicly available baseball datasets and a gentle introduction to the type of data structures and exploratory and data management capabilities of R. They also cover the ggplot2 graphics functions and employ a tidyverse-friendly workflow throughout. Much of the book illustrates the use of R through popular sabermetrics topics, including the Pythagorean formula, runs expectancy, catcher framing, career trajectories, simulation of games and seasons, patterns of streaky behavior of players, and launch angles and exit velocities. All the datasets and R code used in the text are available online. New to the second edition are a systematic adoption of the tidyverse and incorporation of Statcast player tracking data (made available by Baseball Savant). All code from the first edition has been revised according to the principles of the tidyverse. Tidyverse packages, including dplyr, ggplot2, tidyr, purrr, and broom are emphasized throughout the book. Two entirely new chapters are made possible by the availability of Statcast data: one explores the notion of catcher framing ability, and the other uses launch angle and exit velocity to estimate the probability of a home run. Through the book’s various examples, you will learn about modern sabermetrics and how to conduct your own baseball analyses. Max Marchi is a Baseball Analytics Analyst for the Cleveland Indians. He was a regular contributor to The Hardball Times and Baseball Prospectus websites and previously consulted for other MLB clubs. Jim Albert is a Distinguished University Professor of statistics at Bowling Green State University. He has authored or coauthored several books including Curve Ball and Visualizing Baseball and was the editor of the Journal of Quantitative Analysis of Sports. Ben Baumer is an assistant professor of statistical & data sciences at Smith College. Previously a statistical analyst for the New York Mets, he is a co-author of The Sabermetric Revolution and Modern Data Science with R.
| Author | : Joseph Adler |
| Publisher | : "O'Reilly Media, Inc." |
| Total Pages | : 486 |
| Release | : 2006-01-31 |
| Genre | : Games & Activities |
| ISBN | : 1491949422 |
Baseball Hacks isn't your typical baseball book--it's a book about how to watch, research, and understand baseball. It's an instruction manual for the free baseball databases. It's a cookbook for baseball research. Every part of this book is designed to teach baseball fans how to do something. In short, it's a how-to book--one that will increase your enjoyment and knowledge of the game. So much of the way baseball is played today hinges upon interpreting statistical data. Players are acquired based on their performance in statistical categories that ownership deems most important. Managers make in-game decisions based not on instincts, but on probability - how a particular batter might fare against left-handedpitching, for instance. The goal of this unique book is to show fans all the baseball-related stuff that they can do for free (or close to free). Just as open source projects have made great software freely available, collaborative projects such as Retrosheet and Baseball DataBank have made great data freely available. You can use these data sources to research your favorite players, win your fantasy league, or appreciate the game of baseball even more than you do now. Baseball Hacks shows how easy it is to get data, process it, and use it to truly understand baseball. The book lists a number of sources for current and historical baseball data, and explains how to load it into a database for analysis. It then introduces several powerful statistical tools for understanding data and forecasting results. For the uninitiated baseball fan, author Joseph Adler walks readers through the core statistical categories for hitters (batting average, on-base percentage, etc.), pitchers (earned run average, strikeout-to-walk ratio, etc.), and fielders (putouts, errors, etc.). He then extrapolates upon these numbers to examine more advanced data groups like career averages, team stats, season-by-season comparisons, and more. Whether you're a mathematician, scientist, or season-ticket holder to your favorite team, Baseball Hacks is sure to have something for you. Advance praise for Baseball Hacks: "Baseball Hacks is the best book ever written for understanding and practicing baseball analytics. A must-read for baseball professionals and enthusiasts alike." -- Ari Kaplan, database consultant to the Montreal Expos, San Diego Padres, and Baltimore Orioles "The game was born in the 19th century, but the passion for its analysis continues to grow into the 21st. In Baseball Hacks, Joe Adler not only demonstrates thatthe latest data-mining technologies have useful application to the study of baseball statistics, he also teaches the reader how to do the analysis himself, arming the dedicated baseball fan with tools to take his understanding of the game to a higher level." -- Mark E. Johnson, Ph.D., Founder, SportMetrika, Inc. and Baseball Analyst for the 2004 St. Louis Cardinals
| Author | : Mark Broadie |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2014-03-06 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0698138597 |
Columbia Business School professor Mark Broadie’s paradigm-shifting approach that uses statistics and golf analytics to transform the game. Mark Broadie is at the forefront of a revolutionary new approach to the game of golf. What does it take to drop ten strokes from your golf score? What part of Tiger Woods’ game makes him a winner? Traditional golf stats can't answer these questions. Broadie, a professor at Columbia Business School, helped the PGA Tour develop its cutting-edge strokes gained putting stat. In this eye-opening new book, Broadie uses analytics from the financial world to uncover the secrets of the game of golf. He crunches mountains of data to show both professional and amateur golfers how to make better decisions on the course. This eagerly awaited resource is for any player who wants to understand the pros, improve golf skills, and make every shot count.
| Author | : Dan Blewett |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 220 |
| Release | : 2013-12 |
| Genre | : Pitchers (Baseball) |
| ISBN | : 9780615936451 |
There are many complexities in pitching, but the complexities are the last ten percent, not the first ninety. The first 90% - the things every good pitcher does - are simple. Pitching. Isn't. Complicated. is a concise explanation of the pitching maxims that every pitcher must exhibit. Covered are mechanics, mindset, mental training, situational pitching, holding runners, and more. The author has combined his playing experience with innovative training techniques to become one of the most successful young pitching coaches in the country. The methods in this book are not sensational and there are no fads, no superfluous exercises and no gimmicks. Rather, the goal is to provide only the best drills, teaching methods and concepts that comprise the optimal dose of training. Pitching. Isn't. Complicated. is a concise, layman and actionable book written to give coaches, parents and pitchers a holistic understanding of elite pitching. With a mountain of conflicting information available on the Internet, the development of pitchers has become more confusing than ever; this book will change that.
| Author | : PJ Victor |
| Publisher | : eBookIt.com |
| Total Pages | : 117 |
| Release | : 2024-06-28 |
| Genre | : Young Adult Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1456652699 |
The Ultimate Guide to Making a Lasting Impact Are you ready to take control of how the world perceives you? In Game Changer: The First Impressions Playbook for Young Adults, discover the transformative power of mastering your first impressions and fundamentally altering the trajectory of your personal and professional life. Imagine walking into any room with confidence, fully equipped to captivate and connect with anyone from peers to potential employers. This book is your essential toolkit, designed to guide young adults through the nuances of making memorable first impressions. Gain insight into The Power of First Impressions, unveiling secrets of the critical first minute and the science behind initial judgments. Delve into The Art of Preparation, where you'll learn to read the room, understand your audience, and tailor your approach effectively. Master the subtleties of Nonverbal Communication, from body language to vocal intonation, ensuring your presence speaks louder than words. This empowering guide doesn't stop there. It offers strategies for Overcoming Nervousness, helping you manage anxiety through deep breathing exercises and positive self-talk. Discover the importance of The Follow-Up, learning how to maintain and build upon the connections you've made, and explore how to continuously improve by seeking feedback and reflecting on past interactions. Whether it's navigating social events, networking at school, acing job interviews, or crafting an impressive online persona, this book has you covered. Adaptability in Communication ensures you can adjust to diverse situations and communicate effectively in various contexts. With actionable insights and practical exercises, Game Changer: The First Impressions Playbook for Young Adults is more than a book–it's your pathway to building genuine connections, achieving your goals, and making every first impression count.
| Author | : Dirk Baker |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 217 |
| Release | : 2014-12-09 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1476606595 |
Explanation, demonstration, correction and repetition are essential to the activity of teaching. Successful coaches must be able to effectively and consistently incorporate each of these teaching methods into lessons for their teams. Ideal for any age group, the concepts in this guide help coaches to master these basic principles as they focus on the most important elements of how to teach hitting. Introduced with the author's own teaching-coaching philosophy, this work offers 21 chapters covering a hitting coach's every need. When to Start, Bat Size, Grip, Stance, Swing, Drills and Station Work, Bat Speed, Mental Preparation and Confidence, Pinch Hitting and Running a Hitting Clinic are a few examples of the many specific instructional sections included here. There are 137 photographs that supplement the text.
| Author | : Bill McGowan |
| Publisher | : Harper Collins |
| Total Pages | : 210 |
| Release | : 2014-04-01 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 006227323X |
Media guru and Emmy Award-winning correspondent Bill McGowan—coach to some of the biggest names in business and entertainment, including Eli Manning, Kelly Clarkson, Jack Welch, Thomas Keller and Kenneth Cole teaches you how to get your message across and get what you want with pitch perfect communication. He is also a trusted advisor in the C-suites of tech companies like, Facebook, Spotify, AirBnB, Dropbox and Salesforce.com. Saying the right thing the right way can make the difference between sealing the deal or losing the account, getting a promotion, or getting a pink slip. It’s essential to be pitch perfect—to get the right message across to the right person at the right time. In Pitch Perfect, Bill McGowan shows you how to craft the right message and deliver it using the right language—both verbal and nonverbal. Pitch Perfect teaches you how to overcome common communication pitfalls using McGowan’s simple Principles of Persuasion, which are highly effective and easy to learn, implement, and master. With Pitch Perfect you can harness the power of persuasion and have people not only listening closely to your every word but also remembering you long after you’ve left the room.
