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"We see it as players, the coaches see it as coaches," she said. "But he looks at it as an outsider and helps give us a new perspective on things."
Among the mental tools Thompson has taught the team, triggers are the most popular.
triggers aren't a routine, but they're things we can do to clear our minds," Urquhart said. "It helps you forget what you just did and concentrate on the next play."
Each player has developed her own trigger.
Some players say words or phrases quietly to themselves. Garvey's trigger is walking in a small circle after every pitch, going through game situations in her mind.
"It just helps me remember what I'm focusing on and clear my mind of everything else," she said.
Hanson sweeps the ground in front of her, as if to wipe a clean slate.
The players have also learned to control their emotions.
A lot of people think you have to work to get psyched-up before competing." Thompson said. "In reality, you often need to learn to relax and become less psyched-up than you are."
Relaxation has become a major part of the players' routines.
"Sometimes I'll tense up my whole body," Hanson said. "Then slowly relax. It really helps."
In addition to breathing techniques, the players have learned to imagine their bodies as a full glass of
"Sometimes I'll tense up my whole body then slowly relax. It really helps."
Leah Hanson
Kansas sophomore first baseman
water. Then, through an imaginary spigot in their feet, they are completely drained.
"It sounds stupid." Garvey said.
"But it really works."
The entire plan seems to have worked as the 'Hawks have experienced the turnaround they hoped for.
The team's batting average has gone from .228 a year ago to .287 this season. With at least five games
remaining, the 'Hawks have already scored nearly 50 more runs than a year ago. They've also broken the school record for home runs.
How much credit does Thompson deserve for the turnaround?
"There's no way of knowing when they use the skills we've worked on," Thompson said. "But seeing them in certain situations, you can see their mental focus. Whether that's a function of my working with them or their natural abilities, it doesn't matter. All that matters is they've gotten there."
Garvey, the team's captain, is grateful for the help.
"We needed someone to pull us together and make us realize that we could do it," she said. "He's been able to help us do that."
Edited by Jason McKee
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