I will first let the kid pitch, and then analyze the kid and see what we need to work on the most. I will build a program for the kid, starting with how to warm up correctly using bands. We will start with the major things, then focus on fine tuning.
By week 11, we will just be fine tuning and focusing on the little things. Things like where to locate pitches, and simulating game-like environments will be key in lessons from here on out.
A beginner can expect the lessons to increase in pace. At week 6, I will have the kid pitch again and see how many of the issues heβs improved upon. From weeks 6-10, I will continue to diagnose any major issues I see.
We will start focusing on drills focusing on major issues we need to fix. This could be arm angle, planting landing foot properly, gripping the ball correctly. These are all major things, and we will take it slow to build a correct foundation. The last thing we would want is to rush a beginner and build an improper foundation.
Same as a beginner, I will first have the kid pitch how they normally do currently and analyze them. From there, I will create a plan.
We will work on fine tuning, and not only physical fine tuning, but also mental fine tuning. As an advanced baseball player, you know that baseball is just as much as a mental sport as it is physical. We will cover how to stay mentally tough in a sport like this.
On lesson 7, I will again have the kid pitch in front of me. This will show me how much progress he has made, and what we still need to work on. From lessons 8-10, we will cover the things the kid still needs to work on.
I will let the kid know what we are going to work on moving forward. I will implement a program to ensure all the needs are met. Again, I will start by correctly teaching how to warm up your arm, and showcasing a couple of drills.