Strengths
Strength 1: Excellent head stability and focus on the ball through contact.
Strength 2: Generates good power from aggressive hip rotation, initiating the swing correctly from the ground up.
Baseball Hitting Report
Wynn Gaber
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’5”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight145 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 4 (14-15u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: Flattening the bat path to increase the barrel’s time in the hitting zone and improve contact quality.
Improvement 2: Improving front side control to prevent the lead shoulder from opening prematurely, which will enhance extension and power.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.2/5
5 Strong
8 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.2/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 3.2/5
1 Strong
4 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.2/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
High Tee / Bat Path Correction
Focus
Correcting a steep, ‘choppy’ swing plane and learning to get the barrel on plane early.Execution
Place a tee at the top of the strike zone. Focus on attacking the bottom half of the ball. This forces the hitter to flatten the bat path and approach the ball from behind and slightly underneath, preventing the downward chop.
2
Fence Drill / Front Side Control
Focus
Preventing the front shoulder from flying open and promoting extension through the ball.Execution
Stand facing a fence, just far enough that a correct swing doesn’t hit it. If the front shoulder pulls open early, the bat will hit the fence. Focus on keeping the front side closed longer and extending the hands through the hitting zone.
3
Offset Open Stance Drill
Focus
Improving kinetic sequencing and staying ‘behind’ the baseball.Execution
Start in an exaggerated open stance with the front foot well open. During the swing, stride back to a square or slightly closed position. This drill forces the hips to fire first while the hands and shoulders stay back, improving separation.
Baseball Pitching Report
Wynn Gaber
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’6”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight150 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Arm Path Timing: Despite sequencing issues elsewhere, the throwing arm gets into an efficient, externally rotated position near 90 degrees around the time of front foot strike, which is a positive attribute for timing.
Initial Balance: The pitcher demonstrates good balance and control at the peak of the leg lift, providing a stable starting point before initiating the forward move.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Postural Integrity & Head Movement: The most critical area for improvement is maintaining posture. The aggressive lateral head and trunk tilt (‘head whack’) disrupts balance, vision, and the entire kinetic chain, leading to reduced command and velocity. The body must learn to rotate around a stable spine.
Inefficient Energy Transfer (Front Leg Bracing): The front leg currently absorbs energy by staying bent instead of blocking it and transferring it up to the arm. Learning to brace this front leg firmly upon landing is essential for converting lower body momentum into ball velocity.
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The hips and shoulders are opening at the same time (‘spinning’), largely caused by an aggressive glove-side pull. This eliminates a primary source of power. Focus must be placed on allowing the hips to lead the rotation while the shoulders stay closed.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.0/5
0 Strong
1 Developing
4 Weak
Average2.0/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Mirror Drill / Posture Hold
Purpose
To create awareness of head and spine position. The goal is to learn the feeling of staying tall and centered.Execution
Stand in front of a mirror in the stride position (front foot landed). Practice rotating the hips and trunk to throw without letting the head tilt or pull offline. Keep the head stable between the feet.
2
Step-Behind Drill
Purpose
To promote proper leg sequencing and discourage early shoulder rotation.Execution
From the stretch, instead of a normal leg lift, step behind the drive leg with the lead leg. This forces the hips to lead the movement toward the plate. Throw from this motion, focusing on feeling the hips open before the shoulders.
3
Lead Leg Bracing Drill
Purpose
To train the lead leg to accept force and stabilize the delivery.Execution
Perform throws at 50-75% effort, focusing solely on landing on a firm front leg. The moment the front foot hits the ground, consciously straighten and brace the leg. Feel the jolt of momentum stopping and transferring upward. This can be done off a low curb or a 4-inch box to exaggerate the feeling of landing and bracing.
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Wynn Gaber
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’5”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight145 lbs
- Level of PlayLevel 4 (14-15u)
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Overall Summary
Strengths
Strength 1: Excellent head stability and focus on the ball through contact.
Strength 2: Generates good power from aggressive hip rotation, initiating the swing correctly from the ground up.
Areas For Improvement
Improvement 1: Flattening the bat path to increase the barrel’s time in the hitting zone and improve contact quality.
Improvement 2: Improving front side control to prevent the lead shoulder from opening prematurely, which will enhance extension and power.
Hitting Mechanics Evaluation
Fundamental Assessment Score
Based on 14 components · Average 3.2/5
5 Strong
8 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.2/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Advanced Assessment Score
Based on 6 components · Average 3.2/5
1 Strong
4 Developing
1 Weak
Average3.2/5
012345
ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
High Tee / Bat Path Correction
Focus
Correcting a steep, ‘choppy’ swing plane and learning to get the barrel on plane early.Execution
Place a tee at the top of the strike zone. Focus on attacking the bottom half of the ball. This forces the hitter to flatten the bat path and approach the ball from behind and slightly underneath, preventing the downward chop.
2
Fence Drill / Front Side Control
Focus
Preventing the front shoulder from flying open and promoting extension through the ball.Execution
Stand facing a fence, just far enough that a correct swing doesn’t hit it. If the front shoulder pulls open early, the bat will hit the fence. Focus on keeping the front side closed longer and extending the hands through the hitting zone.
3
Offset Open Stance Drill
Focus
Improving kinetic sequencing and staying ‘behind’ the baseball.Execution
Start in an exaggerated open stance with the front foot well open. During the swing, stride back to a square or slightly closed position. This drill forces the hips to fire first while the hands and shoulders stay back, improving separation.
Baseball Pitching Report
Wynn Gaber
- Age14 yrs
- Height5’6”
- Years of Playing9
- Weight150 lbs
- Level of PlayDeveloping
- BatsRight
- ThrowsRight
- GenderMale
Summary & Recommendations
Primary Strengths
Arm Path Timing: Despite sequencing issues elsewhere, the throwing arm gets into an efficient, externally rotated position near 90 degrees around the time of front foot strike, which is a positive attribute for timing.
Initial Balance: The pitcher demonstrates good balance and control at the peak of the leg lift, providing a stable starting point before initiating the forward move.
Primary Areas For Improvement
Postural Integrity & Head Movement: The most critical area for improvement is maintaining posture. The aggressive lateral head and trunk tilt (‘head whack’) disrupts balance, vision, and the entire kinetic chain, leading to reduced command and velocity. The body must learn to rotate around a stable spine.
Inefficient Energy Transfer (Front Leg Bracing): The front leg currently absorbs energy by staying bent instead of blocking it and transferring it up to the arm. Learning to brace this front leg firmly upon landing is essential for converting lower body momentum into ball velocity.
Lack of Hip-Shoulder Separation: The hips and shoulders are opening at the same time (‘spinning’), largely caused by an aggressive glove-side pull. This eliminates a primary source of power. Focus must be placed on allowing the hips to lead the rotation while the shoulders stay closed.
Pitching Mechanics Evaluation
Phase / ComponentAnalysis
Overall Ratings
Mechanics Assessment Score
Based on 5 components · Average 2.0/5
0 Strong
1 Developing
4 Weak
Average2.0/5
012345
Mechanical ComponentRatingCoach’s Notes
Recommended Drills
1
Mirror Drill / Posture Hold
Purpose
To create awareness of head and spine position. The goal is to learn the feeling of staying tall and centered.Execution
Stand in front of a mirror in the stride position (front foot landed). Practice rotating the hips and trunk to throw without letting the head tilt or pull offline. Keep the head stable between the feet.
2
Step-Behind Drill
Purpose
To promote proper leg sequencing and discourage early shoulder rotation.Execution
From the stretch, instead of a normal leg lift, step behind the drive leg with the lead leg. This forces the hips to lead the movement toward the plate. Throw from this motion, focusing on feeling the hips open before the shoulders.
3
Lead Leg Bracing Drill
Purpose
To train the lead leg to accept force and stabilize the delivery.Execution
Perform throws at 50-75% effort, focusing solely on landing on a firm front leg. The moment the front foot hits the ground, consciously straighten and brace the leg. Feel the jolt of momentum stopping and transferring upward. This can be done off a low curb or a 4-inch box to exaggerate the feeling of landing and bracing.