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Just what are “pitching mechanics”, anyway? I’ve always liked this definition:
Pitching mechanics are a set of movements unique to an athlete that reflect his intentions as he throws a baseball to a target. In this definition, pitching mechanics are bound to a specific individual and they reveal his preferences and desires.
Pitch+ Overview
Pitch+ is a progressive and player specific pitching development program designed by Coach Jonathan Morse for our Route 2 Blue Sox College Prospect teams. The program will begin in November 2025 after a two-to-three month rest period for most of our RT2 College Prospect pitching staff.
"I view coaching pitchers in two distinct ways: Technical development and Interpersonal Connection. You can have one without the other, but your players will never reach their potential."
Technical Development is defined as a players mechanics, using their data to enhance a players movement quality (3motionAI) or pitching arsenal (Trackman), and the constant and consistent goal of acquiring skills to make you a better pitcher. Interpersonal connection is building trust and clear communication between player and coach, while having the same motivation, day in and day out.
The program will be broken down by specific phases:
- Foundational Movements
- Timing & Sequencing
- Mound Preparation
- A progressive, individualized throwing program with the goal of building up the volume, frequency and intensity of each throwing session to prepare for the stress of throwing off the mound during the next phase of Pitch+
- (Variable) Bullpens & Live At-Bats
- Each bullpen will be captured on our Trackman Baseball system to gain insight into the release, flight and strike-zone data, including: release speed, spin rate, 3D spin axis, release height, extension, and the vertical and horizontal movement of each pitch.
- We will also utilize ProPlayAI, a markerless motion capture software that provides accurate and reliable data with the goal of helping each pitcher get better and stay healthy.
Remember, your pitching mechanics are the foundation from which small, individualized adjustments will be made over the course of the off-season. Our goal is NOT to clone or recreate you. Our job is to help you discover more efficient movement patterns that lead to peak performance and keep you healthy for not only the upcoming season, but for the duration of your career.