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Lesson 5:
Purposeful Bullpen: Pitching Development
This section focuses on structuring bullpen sessions to simulate game situations, enhance pitcher-catcher communication, and track progress. It explores different coaching philosophies, scripting individualized training plans, and innovative approaches like having hitters call pitches. The discussion also highlights unconventional but effective strategies in high school baseball, emphasizing adaptability and development over rigid tradition.
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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...
