Podcast #41: Key Insights into Developing D1 Pitchers with Florida Gators’ David Kopp

My guest today is David Kopp, pitching coach with powerhouse University of Florida Gators, who play in the SEC and are a consistent top 10, if not top 5 national program.  Join us as we discuss:

    • Ways to shrink the learning curve
    • When and how to make adjustments
    • How to work with different learners and athlete frustrations
    • Components of baseline testing on Day 1
    • Much More…

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Remote Athlete Highlight: A Deep Dive into Pitt Commit Antonio Doganiero

Lefty pitcher Antonio Doganiero (Class 2024), came to us for remote training through the Baseball U Anthracite travel program in Pennsylvania, this past October after a recent commitment to the University of Pittsburgh baseball program.  He was looking to improve his overall performance on the mound.  When Antonio started his remote program (6′ – 167 lbs.) he was sitting 83-84 mph.  This past weekend, Antonio was sitting 86-88, and he touched 89.3 mph.  There is obviously much more to come here.  But, how did we do this on a remote basis in 4-5 months?

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Podcast #40: Scouting Young Talent for Pro Ball with the Padres Mike Kanen

My interview today is with Mike Kanen, Regional Crosschecker with the San Diego Padres. I have interviewed many college coaches during the past year and I am very interested to hear how college and pro ball perspectives can differ on the recruiting and scouting front. Join us as we dig into a variety of topics, including:

    • Scouting HS players vs. college players
    • Going to college vs. pro ball
    • Specific traits when scouting a young athlete
    • How scouting has changed over the past 5-10 years

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Podcast #39: The 5 Tool Connection with Performance Coach Brandon Golden

My guest today is Brandon Golden, former collegiate and MLB Performance Coach, currently with 5 Tool Connection a performance science company. I met Brandon recently at the Wake Forest Bridge seminar and walked away very impressed with his unique approach. We will be discussing much of what he takes his athletes through in preparation for a long season of baseball. Topics include: Continue reading “Podcast #39: The 5 Tool Connection with Performance Coach Brandon Golden”

Podcast #38: Individualizing Programming for Pitchers with Graeme Lehman

Todays podcast is a must listen for coaches, players and parents alike. Graeme is a strength and conditioning coach as well as a pitching coach consultant and all-around smart guy. He has developed a method for assessing pitchers in order to better individualize training through the use of what he calls a “pitcher’s profile”.

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What to Consider with In-Season Baseball Workouts

At this time of the year, after a full off-season of strength training, upcoming tryouts and practices, sitting on the bench in a kyphotic posture and waiting to get your reps on the mound are a few of the variables that can wreak havoc on an athlete’s body and more importantly his arm/shoulder. There are several considerations when you’re looking to maintain your strength and mobility with in-season baseball workouts.

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