Each video in this series addresses one of 7 micromovements that contribute to a good swing from the beginning stance to body positioning at the finish.
In this 3-part series, Long Beach State Head Coach Troy Buckley details the mechanics and flow of a pitcher's flat ground routine. This routine, coupled with the long toss routine make up a good foundation for a pitcher's throwing program.
Coach Buckley covers the last component of the flat ground routine: coordinating the lines you create, the direction your momentum is headed, and the leverage you build with backside involvement and good closure.
Footwork in the long toss routine is important for timing, rhythm and direction. Coach Buckley explains how to coordinate the feet while not becoming overly robotic.
The finishing mechanics of the long toss routine can be tiresome, so it's vital to monitor your mechanics, your commitment to the finish and your looseness.
Smart baserunning can make the difference between winning and losing a game. Coaches David Newhan and Rich Hill give detailed instruction to better your chances of getting on base and earning more runs for your team.
Former Major League player David Newhan talks about the importance of first step quickness after making contact with the ball and reaching full speed as quickly as possible.
USD Head Coach Rich Hill describes the essential mechanics of taking a lead off first base, including distance from the bag, alignment, and body mechanics.
In this series, USD Head Baseball Coach Rich Hill and former MLB player David Newhan break down the mental and physical aspects of an at-bat so that you can best prepare for any game time scenario.
Coach David Newhan explains two major factors that go into pitch recognition: getting into position slow, early and easy, and making the right observations to enhance your understanding of what pitch is coming next.