Strengths
Strength 1: Excellent head discipline and vision, keeping eyes and head still through the point of contact.
Strength 2: Good foundational kinetic sequencing, initiating the swing correctly with the lower half and hips.
Baseball Hitting Report
Thomas Cooper
- Age17 yrs
- Height6’2”
- Years of Playing12
- Weight175 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 8 (17-18u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: A soft front leg fails to provide a firm base, causing significant energy leaks and imbalance. Focus on ‘hitting against a firm front side’.
Improvement 2: The front side (hip and shoulder) opens prematurely, which limits rotational power and bat speed through the zone.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.4/5
6 Strong
7 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.4/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 3.7/5
3 Strong
3 Developing
0 Weak
Average3.7/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Step-Back Drill
Focus
Front Leg Stability & Weight TransferExecution
Start with feet together. Step back with your rear foot into your load. Stride forward and swing, focusing on landing and hitting against a firm front side to stop forward momentum and maximize rotation.
2
Opposite Field Tee Work
Focus
Front Side Control & Staying ClosedExecution
Place a tee on the outer third of the plate. Concentrate on keeping your front shoulder in and driving the ball to the opposite field. This will train your body to stay closed longer.
3
Medicine Ball Rotational Throws
Focus
Dynamic Separation & Core PowerExecution
In your batting stance holding a medicine ball, load back to create a stretch through your core. Explosively rotate and throw the ball against a wall, mimicking the hip and torso sequence of the swing.
Baseball Pitching Report
Thomas Cooper
- Age17 yrs
- Height6’2”
- Years of Playing12
- Weight175 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Good Arm Position at Foot Strike: At the moment of front foot contact, the throwing arm is well-positioned (‘in the slot’) with the elbow near shoulder height, creating a foundation for efficient arm acceleration.
Firm Front Leg Brace: The pitcher establishes a very firm front leg upon landing. This action is critical for halting forward momentum and transferring kinetic energy up through the body and into the ball.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The most significant mechanical inefficiency is the simultaneous rotation of the hips and shoulders. This is largely caused by an aggressive glove-side pull that opens the trunk prematurely, limiting the ‘stretch-shortening’ effect and reducing potential velocity.
Lateral Trunk and Head Tilt: A pronounced tilt of the head and upper body towards the glove side occurs at release. This indicates an inefficient pathway for rotational energy, can negatively impact command, and may increase stress on the shoulder and elbow.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.5/5
0 Strong
2 Developing
3 Weak
Average2.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Closed Shoulder / Fence Drill
Purpose
To inhibit early shoulder rotation and train the feeling of leading the delivery with the hips while keeping the torso closed, thereby improving separation.Execution
Stand parallel to a chain-link fence on your throwing side, just a few inches away. Execute your pitching motion (at low intensity, without a ball). The fence provides physical feedback, preventing the arm and shoulder from flying open early and forcing the hips to initiate the rotation.
2
Mirror Posture Drill
Purpose
To provide immediate visual feedback to correct the lateral head and trunk tilt during the delivery.Execution
Perform pitching motions (dry reps) in front of a large mirror. Focus entirely on keeping the head stable and minimizing side-to-side tilt. The objective is to maintain a 'tall' spine and rotate around a central axis rather than bending away from it.
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Thomas Cooper
- Age17 yrs
- Height6’2”
- Years of Playing12
- Weight175 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 8 (17-18u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Strengths
Strength 1: Excellent head discipline and vision, keeping eyes and head still through the point of contact.
Strength 2: Good foundational kinetic sequencing, initiating the swing correctly with the lower half and hips.
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: A soft front leg fails to provide a firm base, causing significant energy leaks and imbalance. Focus on ‘hitting against a firm front side’.
Improvement 2: The front side (hip and shoulder) opens prematurely, which limits rotational power and bat speed through the zone.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.4/5
6 Strong
7 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.4/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 3.7/5
3 Strong
3 Developing
0 Weak
Average3.7/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Step-Back Drill
Focus
Front Leg Stability & Weight TransferExecution
Start with feet together. Step back with your rear foot into your load. Stride forward and swing, focusing on landing and hitting against a firm front side to stop forward momentum and maximize rotation.
2
Opposite Field Tee Work
Focus
Front Side Control & Staying ClosedExecution
Place a tee on the outer third of the plate. Concentrate on keeping your front shoulder in and driving the ball to the opposite field. This will train your body to stay closed longer.
3
Medicine Ball Rotational Throws
Focus
Dynamic Separation & Core PowerExecution
In your batting stance holding a medicine ball, load back to create a stretch through your core. Explosively rotate and throw the ball against a wall, mimicking the hip and torso sequence of the swing.
Baseball Pitching Report
Thomas Cooper
- Age17 yrs
- Height6’2”
- Years of Playing12
- Weight175 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Good Arm Position at Foot Strike: At the moment of front foot contact, the throwing arm is well-positioned (‘in the slot’) with the elbow near shoulder height, creating a foundation for efficient arm acceleration.
Firm Front Leg Brace: The pitcher establishes a very firm front leg upon landing. This action is critical for halting forward momentum and transferring kinetic energy up through the body and into the ball.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The most significant mechanical inefficiency is the simultaneous rotation of the hips and shoulders. This is largely caused by an aggressive glove-side pull that opens the trunk prematurely, limiting the ‘stretch-shortening’ effect and reducing potential velocity.
Lateral Trunk and Head Tilt: A pronounced tilt of the head and upper body towards the glove side occurs at release. This indicates an inefficient pathway for rotational energy, can negatively impact command, and may increase stress on the shoulder and elbow.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.5/5
0 Strong
2 Developing
3 Weak
Average2.5/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Closed Shoulder / Fence Drill
Purpose
To inhibit early shoulder rotation and train the feeling of leading the delivery with the hips while keeping the torso closed, thereby improving separation.Execution
Stand parallel to a chain-link fence on your throwing side, just a few inches away. Execute your pitching motion (at low intensity, without a ball). The fence provides physical feedback, preventing the arm and shoulder from flying open early and forcing the hips to initiate the rotation.
2
Mirror Posture Drill
Purpose
To provide immediate visual feedback to correct the lateral head and trunk tilt during the delivery.Execution
Perform pitching motions (dry reps) in front of a large mirror. Focus entirely on keeping the head stable and minimizing side-to-side tilt. The objective is to maintain a 'tall' spine and rotate around a central axis rather than bending away from it.