The Glove Hand & Wall Work
In todays video, Coach Phil discusses the importance of proper glove-hand mechanics, and demonstrates the best way to fix glove-hand problems!
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The Pre-Motion & Load
Today, Coach Phil is answering a follower question about the pre-motion and load, why it’s important and how it ties in to the rest of the pitch
Read MoreMechanics Matter Most
I was inspired to write this post because lately I have been getting dozens of messages and emails from people I have never worked with and know nothing about, and they all asked the same exact question: “Can you give me a drill or a pitching aid that will increase power and accuracy?” To me,…
Read MorePitching Problems Part 2: The Smaller Issues
Last week, I wrote a post that everyone really seemed to like. It was part 1 of a 2 part series on problems in pitching mechanics. Last week we talked about the really big, noticeable issues that can happen during a pitch. This week we are going to talk about the smaller, less noticeable mechanical…
Read MoreThe Best Windmill Pitching Mechanics: What Does That Mean?
In today’s video post, Coach Phil talks about what it really means to have “optimal pitching mechanics” in softball
Read MorePitching Problems Part 1: The 5 Most Common Mechanical Issues
Since I began offering online pitching lessons, I’ve been interacting with parents and players who come to me seeking different things: some to learn basics, some want to improve, many want to “fix” different pitching problems. Some come to me from previous pitching coaches while some have pitched for years and are just looking for…
Read MoreWhy You Should Be Careful With “Target” Drills
One of the most common drills I see coaches doing with their students (or drills that students choose to do on their own) is the target drill. I’ve seen this done several different ways; some coaches will put a ball on a tee and have their girls try to hit it. Others will get a…
Read MoreBe Self Aware
As pitching coaches, you might think our only job is to teach you proper mechanics and then send you on your way. This is not true. In fact I don’t think it’s even our primary job. Our most important job in fact, is to make you your own best teacher. What does that mean? It…
Read MoreSpin 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 MoreBackswing or No Backswing?
It’s a question that has been debated over and over again…well at least it has been between Coach Phil and myself! The pitching pre-motion…is it better to have a backswing, or is it better to have no backswing? Coach Phil and I are on opposite ends of the spectrum on this topic. I am a…
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