My First Pitch Program Information
My First Pitch is a program targeted at the development of pitchers entering the 11U division where pitching is introduced for first time. All players entering this division are exposed to mini-cam on pitching.
To request additional information or hard copies of program material contact Nolan Bracken.
Coaches Manual
- Teaching young pitchers the stretch position vs full wind-up
- Gripping the baseball
- Set up on the mound
- Beginning momentum towards home plate
- Stride
- Landing front foot
- Releasing the baseball
- Follow through
- Coaching Points
- Compare the youth pitcher and the professional
Drills to Emphasize Good Pitching Mechanics for Youth
- Lift and thrust drill
- Knee drill
- Rock and fire drill
- 3 “x” drill
- Hit the hat drill
- Japanese pitching drill or 18 strikes
- Run and gun