by Brent Pourciau | Jan 5, 2010 | Pitching Articles
The definition of velocity from the University of Princeton's website is, "speed: distance travelled per unit time." If you have had at least one physics class you would know this but the problem is the conventional wisdom of baseball tells you to take a different...
by Brent Pourciau | Nov 22, 2009 | References
A pitching chart is a very valuable tool for a pitcher and a coach. For the pitcher it shows you your weaknesses and strengths. It tells you what pitches are working on what batters and what pitches are not working on what batters. It also tells you how many pitches...
by Brent Pourciau | Nov 18, 2009 | Pitching Articles
One of the main reasons a pitcher the size of Tim Lincecum, can generate as much pitching velocity as a pitcher as tall as Randy Johnson, is because of how his linear drive transfers into core torque. The pitching key to Tim Lincecum's ability to create optimal torque...
by Brent Pourciau | Aug 25, 2009 | Pitching Drills
The purpose of this drill is to enforce the “Load” position. To perform this drill you need a step or box about a foot high or higher based on your leg strength. The higher the lift, the stronger your legs must be to “Hold the Load.” To learn more about the importance...
by Brent Pourciau | Jul 18, 2009 | Pitching Articles
Alan Jaeger is upset that TopVelocity.net has not done the proper research on why extreme long toss bad for pitchers. He said in an email to me, "If you are going to be in the public domain, I would urge you to do the proper research." I am not sure if you have...
