Podcast #84: Managing Pitchers in the ACC with Notre Dame Assis. Head Coach Seth Voltz

Seth Voltz

Today we’re sitting down with Notre Dame Assistant Head Coach Seth Voltz. Coach Voltz brings with him a plethora of knowledge and information, from not only a coach’s viewpoint but a player’s as well. Topics Include:

  • The portal and its impact on high school athletes
  • Workload management with pitchers
  • The importance of incorporating S&C into an athlete’s program

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Podcast #83: Discussing Early/Mid Off-Season Training: Progress and Lessons learned

Today, we’re sitting down with RPP Director of Strength and Conditioning Zach Kollar to take a look at our athlete results thus far as well as the methods used. We’ll also discuss switching gears for the second half of the off-season and what to expect training-wise to help increase power output.

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Podcast #82: Teasing Out Movement Patterns and Strategies in the Delivery with PT, DPT Emily Ferree

Today we’re sitting down with PT, DPT, Emily Ferree. This sit-down was long overdue.  So today, we’re going to discuss Emily’s take on various courses of action in adjusting mechanics for a more efficient delivery. Topics include:

    • Back Leg Mechanics
    • Overstriding
    • Lead Leg Block
    • Block Training vs. Variable Training

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Podcast #81: Behind the Seams Podcast – Best of 2023

Happy New Year!

This week we’ve got a special episode featuring the “Top 5” Behind the Seams Podcasts of 2023. Here you’ll find gems from…

    • Alan Jaeger – Jaeger Sports
    • Corey Muscara – Wake Forest University
    • Matt Swope – Maryland University
    • Drew Dickinson – University of Virginia
    • David Kopp – University of Florida

Once again, have a safe and Happy New Year!

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Podcast #79: Highlights from the Bridge Seminar at Wake Forest University – 2023

This past week I was down at Wake Forest University presenting at the Bridge Seminar which is an annual event assembled by the Wake Forest Pitching Lab.  Similar to last year, this week’s podcast is a review of some of my favorite presentations at the event, including:

    • Mike McFerran – Creating Winners
    • Emily Ferree – Inputs vs. Outputs
    • Dr. Michael Freehill – SLAP Tears and Repair Procedures
    • Jimmy Buffi – Biomechanics and Its Relation to Injury Risk
    • Nunzio Signore (yours truly) – Profiling Pitchers

This is a great recap of a super informative weekend. Enjoy!

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Podcast #78: What is Strong Enough and When to Switch the Curve to Training Power

I’m flying solo today talking about a much needed topic. When to train strength in the weight room and when is an athlete strong enough?  Discussion includes:

    • What does “strong enough” mean?
    • Testing Protocol
    • When to train for power?
    • How do we apply initial strength assessment to training / programming

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Podcast #77: Training Super Heroes with Brandon McDaniel, LA Dodgers VP of Player Development

Today, we’re sitting down with Brandon McDaniel, VP of Player Development with the Los Angeles Dodgers, to discuss the many considerations when training the Elite / Pro athlete. Topics Include:

    • Considerations when Assessing Pro athletes on day 1
    • Training Strength / Power vs. Maintenance
    • The importance of creating a common language within the organization
    • The need to wear a lot of hats

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Podcast #76: Key Considerations for Training Pitchers with RPP Pitching Coordinator Matt Hartshorn

Today we’re sitting down with new Pitching Coordinator Matt Hartshorn. This guy shows up with a plethora of knowledge on pitching, assessing and movement. Topics Include:

    • Rib cage positioning and rotation
    • Back leg mechanical options
    • Individualized core work based off of architecture

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Podcast #75: Designing Winners with Wake Forest’s Head of Player Development Mike McFerran

Today, we’re sitting down once again with Mike McFerran, Head of Player Development at Wake Forest University, to discuss his process for creating efficient throwers. Topics include:

    • Designing guys individually to get outs consistently
    • Improving the capability to move through wider ranges
    • Movement patterns to enhance strengths or improve on weaknesses
    • Combining objective and subjective feedback

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