Focus.

“You have the proper training for this moment.”

Brian Nelson, head coach

Focus during preparation

Mindset is everything in baseball. Before the game, players each prepare physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally for the game ahead. The big stadium does not interrupt the routine.

Sophomore pitcher Daniel Duley stretches prior to the Golden Grizzlies' game vs Texas A+M on 7 March, 2026.

Sophomore pitcher Daniel Duley stretches prior to the Golden Grizzlies' game vs Texas A+M on 7 March, 2026.

Prior to the game vs Texas A+M on March 7, the Golden Grizzlies gather to pray as a team.

Prior to the game vs Texas A+M on March 7, the Golden Grizzlies gather to pray as a team.

The Golden Grizzlies stand for the National Anthem before playing Georgia on February 27, 2026. Players close their eyes during the National Anthem as they prepare for the game ahead.

The Golden Grizzlies stand for the National Anthem before playing Georgia on February 27, 2026. Players close their eyes during the National Anthem as they prepare for the game ahead.

Fifth year shortstop Kyle Revere sits in the dugout in preparation to play against Texas A+M on March 7, 2026. Following warmups, Revere always sits to prepare his mind for the game ahead.

Fifth year shortstop Kyle Revere sits in the dugout in preparation to play against Texas A+M on March 7, 2026. Following warmups, Revere always sits to prepare his mind for the game ahead.

Focus during action

Throughout the eight games, Oakland players spent each moment of every game focused on the play ahead. Each player displays his focus differently, but the end goal is the same.