When the pressure is high, the clock is ticking, and fatigue sets in, physical ability alone isn’t enough to secure a win. When taking the mound as a pitcher, I face more pressure than any other player on the team. The focus is on me to set the tone of the game. If I am on, morale is high, and we stand a better chance of winning. If I am off, I can see the angst in my teammates’ faces, and the vibe in the dugout is tense.