Strengths
Strength 1: Generates impressive bat speed with a fluid, powerful swing initiated by strong hip rotation.
Strength 2: Maintains elite head and body stability throughout the swing, allowing for consistent, hard contact.
Baseball Hitting Report
Angel Aybar III
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’8”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight160 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 4 (14-15u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: Focus on keeping the front side (shoulder and hip) closed longer to maximize rotational power and avoid pulling off the ball.
Improvement 2: Enhance the dynamic stretch during the load phase to create more separation and unlock greater power potential.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.9/5
11 Strong
3 Developing
0 Weak
Average3.9/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 4.3/5
6 Strong
0 Developing
0 Weak
Average4.3/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Front Side Resistance Drill
Focus
Front Side ControlExecution
Have a coach stand in front and apply light pressure to the hitter’s front shoulder with a bat or hand. The hitter’s goal is to execute a swing while resisting the urge to fly open, reinforcing the feeling of staying closed.
2
Fence Drill (Separation Focus)
Focus
Load & SeparationExecution
Stand with your back against a fence, just far enough away that your bat can clear it. Perform dry swings, focusing on rotating the hips and torso without the hands drifting back and hitting the fence. This isolates torso rotation from the arms to improve separation.
3
Offset Open Side Toss
Focus
Staying Closed & Hand PathExecution
From a front toss position, have the feeder move toward the hitter’s open side (1B side for a RHH). This angle forces the hitter to let the ball travel and keep their front side in, promoting an inside-out path and preventing early rotation.
Baseball Pitching Report
Angel Aybar III
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’8”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight160 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Repeatable Tempo: The pitcher exhibits a consistent and repeatable rhythm throughout the delivery. This provides a solid foundation for implementing mechanical adjustments, as the timing of the overall motion is predictable.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Postural Instability and Lateral Tilt: The most critical area for improvement is maintaining posture. A severe lateral tilt of the head and torso occurs during the stride, leading to a loss of balance, inefficient energy transfer, and inconsistent release point.
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The hips and shoulders rotate simultaneously, which severely limits the generation of elastic energy. Focusing on delaying shoulder rotation while the hips begin to open will be key to increasing velocity and reducing arm strain.
Arm Action Timing: The throwing arm is late relative to the body’s rotation. At front foot strike, the arm should be up and ready to fire. The current timing forces the arm to ‘catch up’ to the body, placing undue stress on the shoulder joint.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.5/5
0 Strong
1 Developing
4 Weak
Average2.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Posture Hold Mirror Drill
Purpose
To develop kinesthetic awareness of a stable head and a tall, upright posture throughout the delivery.Execution
In front of a mirror, perform slow-motion dry reps (no ball). Focus intently on keeping the head level and centered between the feet from leg lift to release. Pause at the ‘front foot strike’ position to visually confirm the head is over the center of the body and the spine is upright, not tilted.
2
Separation Towel Drill
Purpose
To improve hip/shoulder separation and proper sequencing of the kinetic chain.Execution
Hold a towel instead of a ball. From the windup or stretch, focus on keeping the front shoulder and chest pointed at the target for as long as possible as the front foot strides forward. The goal is to feel the hips start to open while the upper body stays ‘closed’, creating a stretch across the torso before aggressively rotating the shoulders to ‘snap’ the towel.
3
Stride Line Drill
Purpose
To correct the closed stride direction and ensure energy is directed toward home plate.Execution
Place a rope or draw a line on the ground extending from the back foot on the rubber directly toward home plate. Perform full-effort throws focusing on landing the stride foot just to the side of the line, keeping the foot and momentum directed straight. This helps prevent ‘falling off’ to the first base side.
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Angel Aybar III
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’8”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight160 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 4 (14-15u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Strengths
Strength 1: Generates impressive bat speed with a fluid, powerful swing initiated by strong hip rotation.
Strength 2: Maintains elite head and body stability throughout the swing, allowing for consistent, hard contact.
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: Focus on keeping the front side (shoulder and hip) closed longer to maximize rotational power and avoid pulling off the ball.
Improvement 2: Enhance the dynamic stretch during the load phase to create more separation and unlock greater power potential.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.9/5
11 Strong
3 Developing
0 Weak
Average3.9/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 4.3/5
6 Strong
0 Developing
0 Weak
Average4.3/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Front Side Resistance Drill
Focus
Front Side ControlExecution
Have a coach stand in front and apply light pressure to the hitter’s front shoulder with a bat or hand. The hitter’s goal is to execute a swing while resisting the urge to fly open, reinforcing the feeling of staying closed.
2
Fence Drill (Separation Focus)
Focus
Load & SeparationExecution
Stand with your back against a fence, just far enough away that your bat can clear it. Perform dry swings, focusing on rotating the hips and torso without the hands drifting back and hitting the fence. This isolates torso rotation from the arms to improve separation.
3
Offset Open Side Toss
Focus
Staying Closed & Hand PathExecution
From a front toss position, have the feeder move toward the hitter’s open side (1B side for a RHH). This angle forces the hitter to let the ball travel and keep their front side in, promoting an inside-out path and preventing early rotation.
Baseball Pitching Report
Angel Aybar III
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’8”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight160 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Repeatable Tempo: The pitcher exhibits a consistent and repeatable rhythm throughout the delivery. This provides a solid foundation for implementing mechanical adjustments, as the timing of the overall motion is predictable.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Postural Instability and Lateral Tilt: The most critical area for improvement is maintaining posture. A severe lateral tilt of the head and torso occurs during the stride, leading to a loss of balance, inefficient energy transfer, and inconsistent release point.
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The hips and shoulders rotate simultaneously, which severely limits the generation of elastic energy. Focusing on delaying shoulder rotation while the hips begin to open will be key to increasing velocity and reducing arm strain.
Arm Action Timing: The throwing arm is late relative to the body’s rotation. At front foot strike, the arm should be up and ready to fire. The current timing forces the arm to ‘catch up’ to the body, placing undue stress on the shoulder joint.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.5/5
0 Strong
1 Developing
4 Weak
Average2.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Posture Hold Mirror Drill
Purpose
To develop kinesthetic awareness of a stable head and a tall, upright posture throughout the delivery.Execution
In front of a mirror, perform slow-motion dry reps (no ball). Focus intently on keeping the head level and centered between the feet from leg lift to release. Pause at the ‘front foot strike’ position to visually confirm the head is over the center of the body and the spine is upright, not tilted.
2
Separation Towel Drill
Purpose
To improve hip/shoulder separation and proper sequencing of the kinetic chain.Execution
Hold a towel instead of a ball. From the windup or stretch, focus on keeping the front shoulder and chest pointed at the target for as long as possible as the front foot strides forward. The goal is to feel the hips start to open while the upper body stays ‘closed’, creating a stretch across the torso before aggressively rotating the shoulders to ‘snap’ the towel.
3
Stride Line Drill
Purpose
To correct the closed stride direction and ensure energy is directed toward home plate.Execution
Place a rope or draw a line on the ground extending from the back foot on the rubber directly toward home plate. Perform full-effort throws focusing on landing the stride foot just to the side of the line, keeping the foot and momentum directed straight. This helps prevent ‘falling off’ to the first base side.