How has trusting the process allowed Ryan Lasko to get better on and off the baseball field?
Let’s be realistic - baseball is a results-oriented sport. It’s easy for baseball players to jump on a roller coaster of emotions depending on how they perform. However, the most successful baseball players understand that focusing on “controlling the controllables” will allow for maximum development and consistent performance.
My guest, Ryan Lasko, is a sophomore center fielder for the Rutgers University Baseball team. In 2021, he was the Big 10 freshman baseball player of the year.
In Episode 34, Ryan discusses his dedication to the game of baseball and what he has learned during his first two years at Rutgers. Ryan’s commitment to personal development on and off the field has made him an important part of the resurgence of Rutgers baseball.
So, what was your biggest takeaway from my conversation with Ryan Lasko?
For me, it’s that humility and commitment are two key ingredients for young athletes to achieve their goals. Ryan Lasko embodies these characteristics and is someone I’d like my own son to emulate.
My suggestion to sports parents, particularly baseball parents, is to emphasize learning and development rather than performance outcomes. Baseball can be a mental and emotional grind. Focusing on what we can control will promote the mindset necessary to succeed in the long run.
I want to thank Ryan for his kind generosity and the wisdom he shared with The Freshman Foundation Community.
You can follow Ryan on Instagram @ryanlasko and Rutgers Baseball on Instagram @rutgersbaseball.
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Thank you for listening. We’ll see you back in two weeks for Episode 35 with my guest, former major league pitcher and current Toronto Blue Jays mental performance coach John Lannan.