Primary Strengths
Controlled Balance Point: The pitcher demonstrates the ability to achieve a controlled, albeit brief, balance point at the peak of the leg lift. This provides a foundational element to build a more sequenced and powerful delivery.
Baseball Pitching Report
Blake Kimball
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’7”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight115 lbs
- Level of PlayWeak
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Areas For Improvement
Premature Upper Body Rotation: The primary mechanical flaw is an aggressive glove-side pull that causes the chest and shoulders to open towards the plate too early. This negates hip/shoulder separation and is the root cause of most other inefficiencies.
Lack of Front Leg Bracing: The front leg remains soft and bent through landing and release. This ‘leaky’ front side fails to create a firm blocking action, preventing the efficient transfer of energy from the lower body to the throwing arm.
Poor Kinetic Sequencing (Late Arm): The entire kinetic chain is out of sequence. The upper body rotates too soon while the arm is not yet in position at foot strike. This ‘arm drag’ reduces velocity and significantly increases stress on the shoulder and elbow.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 1.5/5
0 Strong
0 Developing
5 Weak
Average1.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingComments
Recommended Drills
1
Towel Drill (Separation Focus)
Purpose
To train the upper body to stay closed longer while the lower body initiates rotation, creating separation and torque.Execution
Using a towel instead of a ball, perform the pitching motion focusing on keeping the chest pointed toward third base (for a RHP) as long as possible after the front foot lands. The glove hand should stay stable in front of the chest (‘break the hands and keep them here’) instead of pulling down and away.
2
Step-Back Drill
Purpose
To promote proper loading of the back hip and encourage a ground-up sequencing of the delivery.Execution
Start with feet together on the rubber. Step backward with the throwing-side foot, feeling the glute and hip engage. From this loaded position, drive forward into the throwing motion. This forces a more linear and powerful move to the plate.
3
Post-Up Drill
Purpose
To teach the front leg to brace firmly and transfer energy, rather than absorb it.Execution
Stand with the ball of the front foot on a 2x4 or curb, and the heel on the ground. Execute a throw, focusing on the feeling of the front leg straightening and ‘posting up’ at release. This provides immediate feedback for creating a firm front side.
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Blake Kimball
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’7”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight115 lbs
- Level of PlayWeak
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Controlled Balance Point: The pitcher demonstrates the ability to achieve a controlled, albeit brief, balance point at the peak of the leg lift. This provides a foundational element to build a more sequenced and powerful delivery.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Premature Upper Body Rotation: The primary mechanical flaw is an aggressive glove-side pull that causes the chest and shoulders to open towards the plate too early. This negates hip/shoulder separation and is the root cause of most other inefficiencies.
Lack of Front Leg Bracing: The front leg remains soft and bent through landing and release. This ‘leaky’ front side fails to create a firm blocking action, preventing the efficient transfer of energy from the lower body to the throwing arm.
Poor Kinetic Sequencing (Late Arm): The entire kinetic chain is out of sequence. The upper body rotates too soon while the arm is not yet in position at foot strike. This ‘arm drag’ reduces velocity and significantly increases stress on the shoulder and elbow.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 1.5/5
0 Strong
0 Developing
5 Weak
Average1.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingComments
Recommended Drills
1
Towel Drill (Separation Focus)
Purpose
To train the upper body to stay closed longer while the lower body initiates rotation, creating separation and torque.Execution
Using a towel instead of a ball, perform the pitching motion focusing on keeping the chest pointed toward third base (for a RHP) as long as possible after the front foot lands. The glove hand should stay stable in front of the chest (‘break the hands and keep them here’) instead of pulling down and away.
2
Step-Back Drill
Purpose
To promote proper loading of the back hip and encourage a ground-up sequencing of the delivery.Execution
Start with feet together on the rubber. Step backward with the throwing-side foot, feeling the glute and hip engage. From this loaded position, drive forward into the throwing motion. This forces a more linear and powerful move to the plate.
3
Post-Up Drill
Purpose
To teach the front leg to brace firmly and transfer energy, rather than absorb it.Execution
Stand with the ball of the front foot on a 2x4 or curb, and the heel on the ground. Execute a throw, focusing on the feeling of the front leg straightening and ‘posting up’ at release. This provides immediate feedback for creating a firm front side.