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Post by Rey Kahuka on Apr 6, 2017 19:17:24 GMT
Solid argument.
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Post by pk9 on Apr 7, 2017 1:53:07 GMT
I think clutch play in general (including clutch hitting) is a thing that absolutely exists in sports, because there is definitely a mental/psychological aspect of the game. But I think it's commonly misunderstood as a player elevating his level of play in "clutch" moments. I think it's actually the reverse. Non-clutch players break down under pressure. Clutch players are the ones who can perform to the best of their ability under the most immense pressures. When a player has a higher batting average in clutch situations than in regular situations, what's actually happening is that the opposing pitchers are making more mistakes and giving better pitches to hit.
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Post by Rey Kahuka on Apr 7, 2017 12:10:01 GMT
Exactly. Joe Montana was asked about 'clutch' performances by QBs such as himself or Tom Brady, and whether it was true that the game 'slows down' for them. He said it wasn't that the game slowed down, it just didn't speed up. They're able to focus on the task at hand without panicking due to the situation. That's what clutch is.
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