Baseball is a game of inches. For pitchers, being able to effectively pick off runners at first base can make all the difference between a win and a loss. As a long-time player and coach, I’ve seen the impact a good pick-off move can have. In this article, I’ll share […]

I’ve seen firsthand just how important proper warm-ups are before any throwing session. Whether it’s a pre-game warmup, a bullpen session, or even just playing catch – taking the time to properly get the body ready can make all the difference in performance and injury prevention. Proper warm-ups before throwing […]

Learning how to throw an effective changeup can be a game-changer for young pitchers. A good changeup can keep hitters off-balance and generate weak contact and swing-and-misses. As a youth coach with years of experience, I’m excited to share my top tips for helping young players develop this important pitch. […]

Hey there parents and coaches! My name is Mark Hertz and I’ve been around the game of baseball for a long time now, both as a player and coach. I understand the desire for young pitchers to gain more velocity on their fastball – it’s an essential part of development […]

Organized sports has seen a rapid increase in popularity, with more and more children involved in baseball, football and basketball in the last two decades than ever before. With that growth there has also been an increase in overuse injuries, and in little league baseball, a condition known as “Little […]

Baseball players are susceptible to injury no matter what position they play. We hear all the time about major league players going onto the disabled list for moderate to severe muscle strains or sprains,  hamstring injuries, or lower back injuries such as Spondylolysis. Knee injuries can also be quite painful […]