College Pitcher Shares Lessons on Resilience and Hard Work in New Feature Interview
MILLTOWN, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / July 8, 2025 / Jonathan Misura, a college baseball pitcher and student at East Stroudsburg University, is calling on young athletes to embrace discipline, learn from setbacks, and stay committed to their personal goals. In a newly released feature article, Misura shares his personal journey from Little League baseball to collegiate athletics, offering advice rooted in hard work and perseverance.
"Baseball teaches you how to fail and how to keep going," says Misura in the article. "As a baseball pitcher, I know failure very well. The main thing is to learn from mistakes and never repeat them."
Misura, who also plays for the Syracuse Salt Cats during the summer, believes young athletes often face pressure to be perfect. He wants to shift that mindset toward growth and learning. He says, "Never dwell on failures. Use them as a learning opportunity."
A Growing Need for Resilience in Sports
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about 70% of kids quit organized sports by age 13, often due to stress and fear of failure. Misura's message is timely. His own experiences overcoming injuries, such as shoulder and elbow issues, show that setbacks don't have to mean the end of a dream.
"My mom and dad always told me that anything is possible if you work hard," Misura adds. "I stick to my academic plan and my baseball training schedule. I study hard and train hard."
He also emphasizes the value of support systems like family, teachers, and coaches. "Positive feedback from coaches and teachers has always meant a lot to me. It shows that hard work pays off," he says.
A Call for a Shift in Perspective
Misura wants to inspire others to reframe their view of success, especially young athletes navigating pressure and expectations.
"Whatever it is, I just do my best," he explains. "A coach once told me that my best is always good enough. That stuck with me."
He encourages students, athletes, and parents to focus on process over perfection and to build habits that support long-term growth.
Build Your Own Resilience
Misura recommends that young people and their families take these simple steps:
Set a Routine: Develop a weekly schedule for studies, sports, and rest.
Learn from Mistakes: Reflect on losses or setbacks and make small adjustments.
Value Support: Lean on family, coaches, and friends for encouragement.
Focus on Progress: Celebrate improvements, no matter how small.
"Success isn't about winning every time," Misura says. "It's about showing up, putting in the effort, and learning from everything that happens."
To read the full interview, click here.
About Jonathan Misura
Jonathan Misura is a student and baseball pitcher at East Stroudsburg University. He plays summer baseball for the Syracuse Salt Cats and has been playing since childhood. Known for his disciplined approach, he balances academics, athletics, and personal growth with strong support from his family and coaches.
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