Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.
Meaning of the quote
The quote is saying that when you're playing a sport, you should focus on doing the basics well. Instead of worrying about things you can't control, like where the other team hits the ball, just do your job and throw the ball to the best of your ability. The home plate, which is where the batter tries to hit the ball, doesn't move, so you can just concentrate on throwing accurate pitches.
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