Delivery Fundamentals: Work on the pitcher’s windup and stretch positions to ensure a consistent and efficient delivery. Focus on balance, power generation, and follow-through.
Arm Action: Proper arm path and release point to reduce the risk of injury and increase pitch effectiveness.
Grip Techniques: Teach various grips for fastballs, breaking balls, and changeups, emphasizing how grip adjustments can affect pitch movement and speed.
Strength Training: Tailor exercises to increase overall body strength, with an emphasis on the legs, core, and shoulders, which are crucial for pitching power.
Throwing Program: Implement a structured throwing program that gradually increases intensity and volume to safely build arm strength and speed.
Developing a Pitch Arsenal: Teach how to throw different types of pitches effectively and when to use them based on the game situation and hitter tendencies.
Pitch Sequencing: Educate on how to sequence pitches to keep hitters off-balance and set them up for strikeouts.
Situational Awareness: Train pitchers to think through different game situations, understanding the best pitch choices and how to approach different hitters.
Focus and Composure: Techniques to maintain focus, manage game pressure, and recover from setbacks during an outing.
Dynamic Stretching and Mobility Work: Include routines to improve flexibility and joint mobility, which are critical for a fluid and efficient pitching motion.
Stance and Setup: Ensure the batter has a comfortable, balanced stance that allows for efficient movement and power generation.
Swing Mechanics: Focus on the entire swing process, including load (preparation), stride (step towards the pitch), swing path (the bat’s trajectory), and follow-through. The goal is to develop a quick, compact, and powerful swing.
Hand-Eye Coordination: Drills to improve the ability to track the ball and make solid contact.
Situational Hitting: Understanding different game situations (e.g., bunting to advance runners, hitting with runners in scoring position) and how to approach each at-bat strategically.
Visualization and Mental Reps: Teaching athletes to visualize successful at-bats and practice mental repetitions of their swing and approach to improve focus and confidence.
Adjustment and Adaptability: Learning to adjust to different pitchers and game situations quickly.
Holistic Health: Educate athletes on the importance of proper nutrition, hydration, and recovery techniques to support overall performance and longevity.
La Salle Institute 3 sport athlete, 9 Varsity Letters
Iona D1 Pitched all 4 years Trained 200 Athletes +, NASM CPT and Rapsodo Director of Development, 8 years at CSP
Quentin
Assistant Pitching Coach
Colonie High School Athletic Hall of Fame Class '22
CCHS 19-10, 181 innings, 2.31ERA
Marist College 4 year starter, 1st team All MAAC
13th round draft pick (declined) Chicago White Sox
scott chambers
Head Pitching Coach
Boston College 3 year starter (2b)
Two time All Big East Conference (2b)
Two time NECBL First Team (2b)
CBA Athletic Hall of Fame 2021
Produced 1 player of the year nomination, 9 first team nominations, and 2 honorable mention nominations at the highschool level
Dr. josh discipio
Hitting Coach
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