If you've ever watched a softball pitcher and thought:
"How does she throw that hard?"
"Why is she struggling with accuracy?"
"Why does one pitcher look effortless while another looks like she's fighting her body?"
The answer usually isn't found at release.
It's found much earlier in the pitchi...
When pitchers think about throwing harder, most of the focus goes to arm speed and acceleration.
Pitchers want to move their arm faster, generate more whip, and create more power in their delivery.
But what many athletes and parents don’t realize is that throwing harder does not just depend on how...
One of the most misunderstood pieces of fastpitch pitching mechanics is the snap at release.
Many young pitchers are told to “snap their wrist” or “flick their fingers,” but very few truly understand what actually creates an efficient snap. When pitchers only focus on the wrist, they miss one of th...
If your daughter plays softball, she throws a ball.
If she throws a ball — she needs arm care.
And yet, arm care is one of the most overlooked parts of a player’s training. Most families wait until soreness, tightness, or injury forces them to finally pay attention. But by then? Damage has already ...
I see it all the time…
Parents bring their daughters to me and say,
"She just can't throw hard"
or
"Her release is off."
But here's what I’ve learned after years of coaching pitchers:
Pitching isn’t just about the arm.
It’s about the entire body working in sync.
And when ONE part of the chain breaks...
Physical conditioning is a cornerstone of success for any athlete, and softball pitchers are no exception. In this post, we'll explore why physical conditioning is crucial for enhancing pitching performance and preventing injury on the mound.
Softball pitching requires more than arm strength; it re...
Softball pitching isn't just about the strength of your arm or the speed of your pitch; it's about the total wellness of your body. In this post, we'll explore how achieving total body wellness can enhance your performance on the pitcher's mound.
Total body wellness encompasses physical and mental ...
Injuries are a common concern for softball pitchers due to the repetitive and high-impact nature of the position. To stay healthy and perform at your best, it's essential to prioritize injury prevention strategies. Here are some tips to help you protect yourself from common pitching injuries:
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