This 8-week class attempts to cover all the physical aspects incorporated in the pitching motion, specifically the preparation of the body and arm for the upcoming season. As the class approaches the final weeks, the focus begins to shift from the physical to the mental aspects of the position, providing an introduction to “effective pitch […]
The Silver Medal Hitting Clinic is an intermediate to advanced level hitting class aimed at improving on all aspects of the swing – both physical and mental, by establishing an effective approach at the plate. Emphasis is placed on the physical mechanics of the swing during the first 3 to 4 weeks of the class,
A New Model for Training Between Starts: Part 1 By: Eric Cressey The management of pitchers between starts is one of the most debated topics in the world of baseball training. Some pitching coaches want multiple throwing sessions between starts, while others insist that a single bullpen is sufficient. Athletic trainers debate on whether or
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Strength and Conditioning Programs: Crossfit for Baseball? Written on September 14, 2009 at 7:25 pm, by Eric Cressey I’ve received a lot of emails just recently (as well as some in-person questions) asking me what I think of Crossfit for strength and conditioning programs with baseball players and, more specifically, pitchers. Let me preface this
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The #1 Cause of Inconsistent Pitching Velocity Written on July 30, 2010 at 5:05 am, by Eric Cressey As anyone who reads my posts regularly surely knows, I’ve devoted a significant portion of my life to figuring out how to make guys throw baseballs faster. Sure, having a great change-up and a filthy curveball is
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A Great Way to Waste Money and Get Injured Written on September 14, 2009 at 7:25 pm, by Eric Cressey Q: I read your blog here the other day about your “ideal competitive year” for a baseball player. What’s your take on showcases and college camps? They always occur during the “down periods” you mentioned:
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The #1 Cause of Inconsistent Pitching Velocity Written on July 30, 2010 at 5:05 am, by Eric Cressey As anyone who reads my posts regularly surely knows, I’ve devoted a significant portion of my life to figuring out how to make guys throw baseballs faster. Sure, having a great change-up and a filthy curveball is
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A Great Pitcher Needs One “HEEL” Of A Landing Written by Justin Orenduff on February 3, 2015 in Pitching Methodology, Uncategorized – 3 Comments Once upon a time I used to have the words “ball foot to ball foot” as my screensaver on my computer. At the time, I was a freshman at George Washington
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An in-depth program focused on the goal of Long-Term Athletic Development with an emphasis on throwing enhancement and risk management. Sessions will be designed around Advanced pitch tracking data and Biomechanical assessments. Athletes will undergo movement screens and testing with the use of Diamond Kinetics, Radar and high-speed motion analysis to identify limiting factors within
This class is NOT batting practice but instead, a comprehensive approach to hitting that allows players to track their success and perform better on THE FIELD. Our goal is to create a stressful and uncomfortable training environment in almost every session. This is the key to molding relaxed and experienced hitters who perform to the