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What Other "Baseball Guys" Are Selling
What Other "Baseball Guys" Are Selling
The pitching instruction world is flooded with gimmicks: promises of 100 MPH, reckless velocity training, or old-school “location only” approaches. The truth is simpler. Pitchers should focus on three things,... Read more...
Coaching the Better/Elite Players
Coaching the Better/Elite Players
The strongest youth players often succeed because of size and raw ability, not proper mechanics. To prepare them for higher levels, coaches must (1) acknowledge and address flaws, (2) challenge... Read more...
The Coach/Instructor
The Coach/Instructor
Youth coaches play a critical role in shaping pitchers. By teaching arm speed through crow hop/long toss, adding fun competition through small games, and giving every player a chance to... Read more...
The Parent
The Parent
Parents often assume results equal good mechanics—but that’s not always true. A kid throwing the hardest or hitting the most strikes might still have flaws that cause long-term problems. The... Read more...
The Pitcher
The Pitcher
Many young pitchers don’t actually know what their body does during a throw. Instead of chasing checkpoints or overcomplicating mechanics, pitchers should focus on throwing naturally and consistently—no matter the... Read more...
Two Rule Changes That Would Save Pitchers' Arms
Two Rule Changes That Would Save Pitchers' Arms
Current pitch-count and rest-day rules haven’t solved the youth pitching injury crisis. Two new rules could: (1) Require pitchers ages 8–10 to use only the slide step, eliminating balance problems... Read more...
The 3 Objectives of Pitching
The 3 Objectives of Pitching
Pitching isn’t just about throwing strikes. To succeed—and stay healthy—pitchers must master three objectives: velocity, body control, and command. Focusing only on pitch counts and outcomes misses the bigger picture.... Read more...
The Real Reason Pitchers' Arms Still Hurt
The Real Reason Pitchers' Arms Still Hurt
Despite MLB’s PitchSmart rules on pitch counts and rest days, youth pitchers’ arms are still breaking down. The problem isn’t workload—it’s mechanics. Most players are taught to throw the wrong... Read more...