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Lesson 6:
Pregame Bullpen: The Road to Game-Ready Pitching
This section covers the structured pregame bullpen routine, emphasizing flexibility within a scripted approach. It highlights the importance of warm-ups, visualization, mechanics, and strategic pitching drills like 3-0 fastballs and pickoff moves. Coaches ensure pitchers are mentally and physically prepared, balancing routine with individual needs to optimize performance on the mound.
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Coach Jeff Mielcarek’s Developing Effective Bullpens is a must-watch for any coach looking to improve their team’s performance and leadership skills. He dives deep into how bullpen preparation directly impacts a team’s success, emphasizing the importance of mental and physical readiness before stepping onto the mound. Through relatable analogies—like comparing pitching to a golfer adjusting the...