The number one culprit of lost velocity and control in young pitchers is “rushing” . This occurs when the pitcher moves to quickly toward home plate, before his arm is ready to throw. I believe the single biggest factor for increasing the velocity and command of a young pitcher is having them learn to keep [...]
Verbal Series of Checkpoints Take the sign Step Back Pivot Leg up (balance point) Break (weight back) Turn Finish Follow Through Take the sign Step Back Pivot Leg Up (balance point) Break (hand break & weight back) Turn (rotate weight and torso) Finish
Toss and Balance – 20x Daily Out of both the windup and stretch get to a balance point and hold for a count of 3 seconds. Focus on chin over your belt with leg raised at waist level – splitting your body in half. Lead side glove should be closed with elbow directed at the [...]
Knee Drill – 20x This drill is done to isolate the pitchers upper half and forces throwing out front. To set up get down on your right knee (RHP) with your lead foot aligned towards the catcher and back leg parallel. The pitcher should use a short quick arm stroke with a “C” to an [...]
It is crucial that pitchers break their hands on time – especially younger pitchers. A proper hand-break involves quickness but also means being early. Starting your hands before your leg goes below waist high/parallel will allow your arm to get to the “L” position on time. This helps pitchers with accuracy and achieving a downward [...]
Arm Path Drills – 10x per day A pitcher should use a “C” to an “L” armpath. Lead with the pinkie finger below the waste forming a big letter “C”. Elbow should be above shoulder and hand should be above elbow making the letter “L” with your arm. These should be done with a fast [...]
About Cal Stanke: Cal Stanke Two-time MLB draft pick Selected by Los Angeles Dodgers in 15th Round (476th overall) of 2007 amateur entry draft (June-Reg) (College) Selected by Philadelphia Phillies in 44th Round (1311st overall) of 2003 amateur entry draft (June-Reg) did not sign (Highschool) Played for the Dodgers Affiliate Midland Loons (A) and Ogden [...]
