Pitchers aren't born—they’re built. From mechanics to mindset, developing a dependable arm takes a holistic approach across your entire program. Whether you're starting with raw talent or refining your ace, this week’s focus gives you practical steps to build a high school pitcher the right way—smart, strong, and ready for the moment.

Today's Meeting At a Glance:

• Player Development: Master the Basics Before the Breakdowns

• Staff Development: Train Your Pitching Voice

• Program Development: Create a Pitching Development Pipeline

• Head Coach Development: Lead with Long-Term Vision

Player Development: Master the Basics Before the Breakdowns

Forget over-complicated mechanics. Start by making sure your pitchers own the basics: balance, posture, arm path, and tempo. Good movement patterns reduce the risk of injury and increase consistency.

Action Step:
Film each pitcher’s delivery from the front and side. Do a 10-minute mechanical breakdown with them. Set one priority for improvement this week—nothing more. Focus leads to progress.

Here is a sample of what the "basics" look like:

Staff Development: Train Your Pitching Voice

You don’t need to be a former pitcher to coach pitching. But your entire staff should understand key checkpoints in the delivery, common cues, and how to talk tempo, sequencing, and recovery.

Action Step:
Assign your assistants one pitching topic this week (e.g., pickoff footwork, bullpen structure, pitch grips). Have each coach study it and present a 5-minute overview at your next staff meeting. This grows shared knowledge fast.

Here are some basic coaching knowledge everyone on the staff needs to know:

Program Development: Create a Pitching Development Pipeline

Long-term success comes from having a system, not just a standout. A quality pitching program includes off-season throwing plans, bullpen structure, strength work, and recovery built in.

Action Step:
Draft a simple Pitcher Development Calendar:

• Offseason throwing plan

• Bullpen goals by month

• In-season recovery routines
  Share it with players and parents so everyone is on the same page.

Check out this sneak peek at my Pitching Pipline Plan:

Head Coach Development: Lead with Long-Term Vision

You set the tone. Don’t chase short-term results at the expense of health or growth. Trust your plan, keep communication open, and be a consistent voice in your pitchers' corner.

Action Step:
Meet individually with your top 2-3 arms this week. Ask:

• What’s your biggest confidence booster on the mound?

• What makes you lose focus or get frustrated?
  Use their answers to shape how you support them in-season.

Here is a visual homeplate with pitching zones that I used when talking to my pitchers:

Take Action Today:

“Build your pitchers like you build your culture—on purpose.”

Pick one thing: mechanics, mindset, routines, or recovery. Don’t try to fix everything—focus on building one block at a time.

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