Cody Metcalf - 51

Swing 2

Swing 1

Arm extension is really good on these swings.  Need to finish the upper body rotation by bringing the bat all the way around to the behind you before starting to run.

Pitching from Stretch 1

Video starts too late to see leg kick.  We want it up but not at the expense of time to delivery.   Basic Mechanics look good.  Notice that the stride is rather short and the left foot appears to land considerable toward 3rd base instead of directly to the plate.  Need to work on launching more with the right leg pushing off the rubber.  The hips should explode at release from facing 3rd base toward the plate.  Follow through after release looks good.

Pitching from Windup 1

Leg kick is great.  Left foot still offline to the right.  Notice that your eyes pick up your target rather late when your left leg is already in front of the rubber.  Follow through looks great!  Remember to square up to prepare to field a comebacker.

Pitching from Windup 2

It still looks like you have the most to gain by stepping more toward your target.  Eyes are good and focused on this pitch - I'm sure it was a strike!  Mechanics of launch from the mound and hips opening look good.

 

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