The Complete Guide to Pitching is the most comprehensive pitching resource available. Derek Johnson, one of the game’s premier pitching coaches, takes you inside the art and science of pitching. You’ll discover these strategies: • Upper- and lower-body pitching mechanics • Most effective arm and shoulder strengthening workouts • Shutting down the opponent’s running game • Developing a potent pitching arsenal, including the splitter, curve, and changeup • Creating a pregame pitching plan • Situational strategies and recognizing hitters’ weaknesses • Fielding the position • In- and off-season conditioning programs • Windup, stretch, and follow-through From pregame warm-ups to cultivating the pitcher–catcher relationship, it’s all here in this one-of-a-kind book and DVD package. Featuring skill instruction, development drills, exercises, personal insights, and instruction on every aspect of pitching, The Complete Guide to Pitching is a must-have for every pitching coach, pitcher, and baseball fan.
Friday, 9 August 2013
Pitcher's Goals
Posted on 12:22 by blogger
There are many aspects that determine the success level that a pitcher can achieve. In addition to his daily routine and conditioning, it is imperative that a pitcher develops a set of well thought out Game Goals and should include some if not all of the following. 1. I will throw first pitch strikes, ideally low and away. 2. I will throw 2 of my first 3 pitches for strikes. 3. I will pitch one pitch at a time and pitch in the present and not dwell on the last pitch. 4. I will allow no more than 2 walks in a game. 5. I will average at least one strike out per inning. 6. I will allow no more than 6 hits in a 7 inning game. 7. I will make no more than 14 pitches per inning. 8. I will allow no more than 3 earned runs per 7 inning game. 9. I will not give up more than one stolen base per game. 10. I will retire the hitter by the fourth pitch of his AB. Work on it. Coach Bob Harris
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