Six Baseball Videos for Youth Pitchers

Our team has selected this series of six baseball videos from our library for the sole purpose of educating youth pitchers. Together, these videos demonstrate how youth pitchers should train and prepare for pitching in a live game situation. The first video, Pitcher Throwing Program, walks step-by-step through a comprehensive warm-up routine that pitchers can use to get their arms loose while simultaneously working on their delivery motion. Combining these two activities allows young players to develop important muscle memory and arm strength through repetition at various throwing distances.

The Square Up Delivery Drill is a great tool for improving upper body mechanics and core strength. By keeping the player’s feet planted, this exercise forces the pitcher to over exaggerate their release point and torso motion in order to hit the target. The Towel Drill not only teaches arm extension but also a proper follow-through which can help to prevent shoulder injuries.

The Balanced Delivery Drill allows young pitchers to practice balancing and loading their weight on their back leg.  Balance is essential for keeping the upper and lower body coordinated during the delivery motion and for maintaining a consistent release point. For an added challenge, try staying in balance position while looking towards home plate or while closing your eyes.

Controlling Base Runners teaches the fundamentals of keeping base runners in check. These videos show how a simple change in a pitcher’s rhythm can be as effective as a good pick-off move. Learning how to hold base runners will go a long way in building a young pitcher’s confidence and help to keep hits and walks from turning into runs.