Goffstown Grizzlies Baseball
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The baseball program is centered on developing student-athletes through hard work, self-discipline and a positive attitude. We will strive to instill qualities and teach principles that will help develop the student-athlete's overall character. The selection process for the program consists of five categories. We will also maintain this philosophy throughout the entire season. To that end our priorities are:
1. Strong Work Ethic. The program will demand hard work. We are looking for student-athletes who are willing to work hard and be committed to their team. Hard work is the starting point. Hard work starts on March 23, 2015 and must continue until June 13, 2015 in the Division II State Championship Game. Each practice must be at the highest level of competition, no matter what part of the season.
2. Character. The program will demand student-athletes that have character. We want student-athletes who are well-rounded and that are good human beings, first and foremost. You are a role model in the community and the school. We want players who put the team first and themselves second. Your role could change at anytime during the season. Will you be willing to except that? One's character does not change when the game or practice is over; we expect positive behavior to extend beyond the baseball field. Character is respecting your teammates, coaches and the entire program.
3. Academic Standing. The program will demand student-athletes that are productive in class and doing the work necessary to excel and graduate. Quality grades and hard work in the classroom will transition over to the baseball field.
4. Hustle, Intensity and Conditioning. The program will demand student-athletes who are willing to hustle and play with intensity every second that they are on the field. Student-athletes must be in top physical condition to be competitive at this level. Players must have the highest level of concentration at all times. Concentration Leads to Recognition which leads to Completion which leads to Winning. Don't succumb to fatigue.
5. Talent. Student-athletes must demonstrate their skills well, as there is a highly competitive pool of baseball talent. Talent is not on paper and not what you have done in the past or what other people tell you how good you are going to be. Talent is developed and exhibited day by day. The program will assess talent and strive to improve skills by providing a sound baseball education.
The success of this program depends on the culmination of these things. The physical and mental challenge has now been put before you. If you meet these challenges, you will be guaranteed success. Good Luck!

2015 "Know your Role, Do Your Job"