Find a good pen or pencil. Once you've decided to spend a few hours at the ballpark scoring a game, it's essential to have the right tools. Using a pencil that runs out of lead or doesn’t feel comfortable in your hand can quickly become tiresome. If you, like me, haven’t used a pencil in a few years, it might take some time to get used to handwriting again. However, handwriting helps reinforce memory and understanding of the game by engaging your brain more actively than typing. It also provides a personal, tactile connection to the game, making the experience more immersive and enjoyable.When trying different scorecards, I realized I needed to adjust for my eyesight. The pre-printed scores were simply too small for me to see clearly. Initially, I bought a magnifying glass, which helped, but I eventually found a scorecard that suited me better.