Preserve Your Pregame Interviews
On a daily basis, you may be tasked with recording an interview for the pregame show. Whether you are interviewing the manager, a coach, or Read more…
On a daily basis, you may be tasked with recording an interview for the pregame show. Whether you are interviewing the manager, a coach, or Read more…
The following is an excerpt from Major League Mindset: Elevate Your Baseball Play-by-Play. “When I was broadcasting minor league baseball, one of my colleagues who Read more…
Dealing with superstition in the broadcast booth is something all baseball announcers will encounter. They shouldn’t dictate how you call a game.
One of the most important aspects of broadcasting baseball at any level is to learn the game thoroughly. You build your credibility with the audience by demonstrating your understanding of the nuances of the game.
Sooner or later, all announcers will cover a player that is battling a prolonged slump. It’s the nature of sports. All athletes go through it at some point in their careers. An 0-4 tuns into a 1-32 before you know it in baseball. I found in my career that a slump can find its way into the booth as well.
Baseball has become more global with each passing season. Learning a second language can become an important advantage.
Each season the success of your game broadcasts often rests on the depth of your preparation for each event. Investing more time in your game prep usually results in a better product on the air.