Pitching Instructors – Phase #1 / Positions
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Pulled from Dan Keller’s presentation at the 2018 ABCA Convention in Indianapolis. This excerpt highlights several key practical tips and tricks for instructors working with pitchers.
Big Idea:
POSITIONS: USING SIMPLE KEYWORDS AND EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND COACHING QUES, ATHLETES ARE FIRST CHALLENGED TO EXECUTE THREE PHYSICAL POSITIONS.
Dan Keller is a long time member of the American Baseball Coaches Association, and has presented at both the ABCA Barnstormers Tour as well as the national convention. For access to this entire presentation and other fantastic instructional content, visit the ABCA’s Video Center.
EXECUTION KEYS
- Balance - Leg lift
- Power - Loaded throwing position
- Finish - Follow through / finish position
DC KEYS
- USE POSITIONS FIRST TO AVOID OVERTHINKING
- ESTABLISH ANCHOR POINTS TO SUPPORT MOVEMENTS (PHASE #2)
- SIMPLE KEYWORDS
