Our Philosophy

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THE RELM WAY
Building Character Through Athletics

At The Batters Box, we believe baseball/softball is a privilege, not a right. It is a vehicle for teaching life lessons that extend far beyond the diamond. Our goal is to ensure players not only learn these lessons but integrate them into their character.

On the field, players learn to take calculated risks, handle failure, and stay calm under pressure. As John Wooden said:

"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are."

We are building young men and women of courage and integrity. When we focus on character first, success on the field and in life naturally follows.

Our Three Pillars


1. Leadership - Calm in the storm, fire in the heart

  • We cultivate leadership in others
  • We set the agenda and clarify the mission
  • We strive to be leaders worth following

2. Discipline - No excuses.

  • Focus and commitment

  • Never settle for less than the standard requires

  • Prepared for every possible situation

3. Communication - Don't just motivate, INSPIRE!

  • We recognize that every athlete is unique

  • We are honest, direct, and persistent

  • We treat everyone with respect

 

Expectations & Standards

The Coaches:

  • Drive the ENERGY BUS!

  • Lead by example and demonstrate character through action

  • Correct through positive reinforcement

  • Create a competitive environment

  • Be prepared and organized at all times

The Players

  • Master self-control.

  • Be successful in all that you do

  • Be accountable for your actions

  • Tirelessly work to master your craft and achieve the impossible

  • We respect each other, the opponent, and the game

The Batters Box Commitment
They don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care

What You Can Expect From The Staff

  1. Passion: Leaders who never stop working to help you realize your FULL potential.

  2. Preparation: A staff that prepares you for challenges on and off the field.

  3. Fairness: Honest feedback so you always know where you stand.

  4. Growth: A constant drive to make the team better.

What We Will Accomplish Together

  • Develop a championship mindset and work ethic

  • Establish The Batters Box by RELM Sports as a source of pride for our community

  • Build a family built on trust, loyalty, and selflessness

Technical Philosophy: The 4 Phases
Champions do the little things right

1. Pitching: Attack & Contact
Dominant pitching is the core of any team. Pitchers will train to be mentally strong, work fast, and dictate the pace

2. Defence: Make the Routine Play
We take pride in fundamental defence. By slowing the game down and making the routine plays

3. Offence: Quality At-Bats
Employ a powerful, explosive offence designed to generate run support

4. Baserunning: Fast & Smart
Disrupt pitchers and force defensive mistakes

For Batters Box related questions, email Chris@relmsports.com