Short Summary
- Coach Chris welcomes viewers to Bullpen Sessions featuring Coach Renz from Loganville Christian Academy and Wren’s Baseball Academy.
- They discuss youth pitching for ages 5 to 12, focusing on warm-ups, mechanics, and drills, including pick-off moves for both left and right-handed pitchers.
- Coach Renz shares his background, including playing for the Chicago White Sox and being part of the 1984 Olympic team.
- The session outlines a series of warm-up drills, starting with a no-stride drill to help pitchers focus on shoulder rotation and ball spin.
- Drills include a knee drill for proper mechanics, a quick hop drill for catching and throwing, and a regular crow hop drill for longer throws.
- Emphasis is placed on proper grip and technique, particularly for left-handed pitchers, to develop good throwing habits.
- The coach demonstrates a knee drill, highlighting the importance of strong footwork and proper technique.
- The drill involves specific positioning of the throwing knee and maintaining a loose grip to reduce stress on the shoulder and elbow.
- The session concludes with a focus on proper grip and technique while executing the drills.
- The speaker emphasizes consistent practice and the importance of aligning shoulders with the partner during throws to enhance performance.
