Video Blogs
Spin Rate & Release “Point”
Lately we have been getting a ton of follower questions about how the ball is supposed to spin, as well as requests to discuss the release “point” when pitching. Different pitches will have different spins and releases, but in today’s video post, Coach Phil discusses these questions in regards to the fastball
Read MorePitching Grips
Hi there! Coach Jill here. In today’s video post, I am discussing and demonstrating all of the different grips we teach for the various pitches. I know there are a lot of different ways to teach spin pitches, but these are the grips that I personally have used throughout my career, and they are the…
Read MorePalm Up vs Palm Down
In today’s video, I answer a question I received several times while giving a coaches clinic. It addresses the difference between having the palm up and the palm down during the pitch delivery
Read MoreCalling Pitches
In today’s post, I answer a frequently asked follower question regarding the pitcher/catcher relationship and more importantly, the most effective way to call pitches.
Read MorePitching Speed & Movement: The Importance of Front Side Resistance
In today’s post, I discuss the importance of front side resistance in windmill pitching, and in many other athletic movements
Read MoreIs Forearm Fire For Old Men?
In Today’s post, I answer a reader question regarding what you should do when dealing with a coach (or coaches) that still teach “hello elbow.”
Read MoreMovement Pitches: How Many Should You Master?
In Today’s video post, I take a look back at this year’s Women’s College World Series and discuss how many movement pitches you should actually “master.”
Read MoreThrowing Harder: Speed or Power?
In today’s video, I discuss all of the components that are needed for pitchers to throw harder
Read MoreTiming the Track
In this video, I answer a reader question and discuss the correct timing of the “track” during the pitching motion
Read MoreThe Arm Circle
Today, I discuss the arm circle and its relationship to the power line and throw zone
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