Play Catch Pitch Tracker

Nine-Out Bullpen

levi — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:18:26 +0000

Nine-Out Bullpen

Simulate three innings and nine hitters while measuring outs, efficiency, first-pitch execution, and decision quality.

Foundation

Competition · Sequencing

Level

Length

Up to 36

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, Advanced Pitch 1, Advanced Pitch 2

Goal: Record how efficiently the pitcher converts nine simulated hitters into outs while using the established arsenal intentionally.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Complete a proper throwing warm-up before scoring pitches. Use full-body movement, progressive catch play, and enough mound-ramp-up pitches for the listed pitch types and delivery modes to feel ready.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Sequence

Use Stretch for every pitch. Each simulated hitter starts with a new 0–0 count and receives no more than 4 pitches.

Inning 1 — Get Ahead

Complete 3 simulated hitters. Prioritize a clear first-pitch plan and early count leverage.

Inning 2 — Manage Contact

Complete 3 simulated hitters. Use the full arsenal to create weak or manageable contact.

Inning 3 — Finish Under Pressure

Complete 3 simulated hitters. Commit to the best pitch and target for each situation.

Simulation and Outcome Rules

Simulated Hitter: One independent matchup beginning at 0–0 and ending with an out, continuation, walk, or hard-contact result.
Out: A strikeout or coach-graded contact result that would reasonably produce an out.
Pitch Limit: End the matchup after an outcome or Pitch 4, whichever comes first.
Decision Rule: The pitcher declares the pitch and target before every throw. The coach records the outcome supported by the execution and Game Mode tags.

Continue the simulated hitter according to the recorded result. Do not add a fifth pitch. If no outcome is reached after Pitch 4, the coach records the best-supported result and begins the next hitter.

Up to 36 tracked pitches: 9 simulated hitters across 3 innings with a maximum of 4 pitches per hitter. Pitch mix is determined by the pitcher’s plans.

Development or preseason: 1 time per week with at least 72 hours after the previous meaningful throwing session.

In season: use only when it replaces—not supplements—a game appearance or other full competitive bullpen.

Track This Session

Choose Game Mode. Name it Nine-Out Bullpen — [Pitcher]. Create 4 pitch markers.

Fastball.

Changeup.

ADV1

Advanced Pitch 1.

ADV2

Advanced Pitch 2.

Coaching Focus

Require a clear pitch and target before every throw.
Use the full arsenal with purpose rather than forcing equal pitch counts.
Avoid predictable sequences when the same pitch or location repeats.
Record the outcome and move to the next hitter without extra pitches.
Stop when fatigue changes command, effort, decision quality, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count outs recorded out of 9 simulated hitters. An out is a strikeout or coach-graded contact result that would reasonably produce an out; use Game Mode results and session notes to confirm efficiency and decision quality.

7–9 outs

Great

The pitcher converted most simulated hitters into outs while maintaining efficient plans through all three innings.

5–6 outs

Competitive

The competitive plan was usable, but one inning or recurring outcome limited efficiency.

0–4 outs

Keep Working

Too many hitters reached an unfavorable outcome or required the full pitch limit. Simplify the next competitive session to one inning emphasis.

Three-Pitch Sequence Builder

levi — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:18:21 +0000

Three-Pitch Sequence Builder

Build intentional three-pitch plans with pitcher-relative locations, then let the pitcher declare and execute the final sequences.

Foundation

Sequencing · Arsenal Command

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, One Established Advanced Pitch

Goal: Execute 10 intentional three-pitch sequences using one assigned target for every pitch.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Use the pitcher’s established primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—for all 30 pitches. Record the delivery used and use the same delivery whenever this workout is repeated.

Block 1

Glove-Side Finish

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Glove-Side Window
CH — Middle-Down, Below Zone
ADV — Glove-Side Off Edge

Block 2

Arm-Side Finish

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Arm-Side Window
CH — Arm Side, Below Zone
ADV — Arm-Side Off Edge

Block 3

Glove-Side Change of Plan

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Broad Strike Window
ADV — Broad Strike Window
CH — Middle-Down, Below Zone

Block 4

Arm-Side Change of Plan

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Broad Strike Window
ADV — Broad Strike Window
CH — Arm Side, Below Zone

Block 5

Pitcher-Selected Plans

Repeat sequence 2x

Before each sequence, assign an order and Specific Target to FB, CH, and ADV. Use each pitch once.

Pitch 1 — First Selected Pitch — Specific Target
Pitch 2 — Second Selected Pitch — Specific Target
Pitch 3 — Third Selected Pitch — Specific Target

Target Definitions and Sequence Rules

Broad Strike Window: A comfortably sized area inside the established strike window.
Middle-Down, Below Zone / Arm Side, Below Zone: The reachable area immediately below the named in-zone target.
Glove-Side Off Edge / Arm-Side Off Edge: The reachable lane immediately beyond the called edge.
Pitcher-Selected Plan: The pitcher declares all 3 pitches, their order, and their Specific Targets before Pitch 1.
Sequence Rule: A miss does not change any remaining pitch or target in the sequence.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker and finish all three pitches with the declared plan. Do not restart the sequence or add a makeup pitch.

30 tracked pitches: 10 FB, 10 CH, and 10 ADV; 10 three-pitch sequences across 5 blocks.

Development or preseason: 1 time per week with at least 48 hours between meaningful throwing sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Three-Pitch Sequence Builder — [Pitcher]. Create 6 markers.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

ADV SPOT

Advanced pitch finishes within its assigned target.

ADV MISS

Advanced pitch finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Make every pitch and target clear before the sequence begins.
Keep delivery, arm speed, and intent consistent as the pitch type changes.
Finish the declared plan after a miss instead of chasing the previous result.
Require the pitcher to explain the final two plans before throwing them.
Stop when fatigue changes command, decision quality, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count successful sequences out of 10. A sequence succeeds when all 3 pitches receive the appropriate SPOT marker; review individual pitch execution and the pitcher-selected plans separately.

8–10 successful sequences

Great

The pitcher executed complete three-pitch plans across both prescribed and self-selected sequences.

6–7 successful sequences

Competitive

The sequence plans are usable, but one pitch type, target, or sequence position breaks down too often.

0–5 successful sequences

Keep Working

Complete-sequence execution is not yet repeatable. Reduce the next session to one prescribed three-pitch plan.

Full-Arsenal Location Matrix

levi — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:17:56 +0000

Full-Arsenal Location Matrix

Test four established pitches across four location categories to identify dependable pitch-location combinations.

Foundation

Command · Assessment

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, Advanced Pitch 1, Advanced Pitch 2

Goal: Compare execution for four established pitches across glove side, arm side, primary finish, and weakest-location targets.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Use the pitcher’s established primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—for all 32 pitches. Record the delivery used and use the same delivery whenever this workout is repeated.

Block 1

Glove-Side Window

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Glove-Side Window
CH — Glove-Side Window
ADV1 — Glove-Side Window
ADV2 — Glove-Side Window

Block 2

Arm-Side Window

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Arm-Side Window
CH — Arm-Side Window
ADV1 — Arm-Side Window
ADV2 — Arm-Side Window

Block 3

Primary Finish Locations

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Assigned Primary Finish Location
CH — Assigned Primary Finish Location
ADV1 — Assigned Primary Finish Location
ADV2 — Assigned Primary Finish Location

Block 4

Weakest-Location Retest

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Assigned Weakest Location
CH — Assigned Weakest Location
ADV1 — Assigned Weakest Location
ADV2 — Assigned Weakest Location

Location Definitions and Matrix Rules

Glove-Side Window / Arm-Side Window: The broad portion of the established strike window on the called side.
Assigned Primary Finish Location: The location the pitcher currently trusts most for that pitch. Define one per pitch before Pitch 1.
Assigned Weakest Location: One approved location selected from prior results or coach observation. Define one per pitch before Pitch 1.
Matrix Rule: Every pitch type receives 2 attempts in each location category. Do not change a target after a miss.

Record the MISS marker and continue the matrix with the original pitch-location assignments. Do not repeat the pitch or add a makeup pitch.

32 tracked pitches: 8 FB, 8 CH, 8 ADV1, and 8 ADV2; 8 pitches in each location block.

Development or preseason: 1 time per week with at least 48 hours between meaningful throwing sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Full-Arsenal Location Matrix — [Pitcher]. Create 5 markers.

Delivery tracking: Record the pitcher’s primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—before Pitch 1. Use that delivery for all 32 pitches and whenever the workout is repeated.

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

ADV1

Advanced Pitch 1 finishes within its assigned target.

ADV2

Advanced Pitch 2 finishes within its assigned target.

MISS

Any pitch finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Define every pitch’s Primary Finish and Weakest Location before Pitch 1.
Keep the same delivery, intent, and target size across the matrix.
Do not steer one pitch simply because its movement profile is different.
Record the result and continue without changing the next assignment.
Stop when fatigue changes arm speed, shape, command, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count pitch-specific SPOT results out of 32. Each pitch succeeds when it reaches its assigned target; use the report to compare all 16 pitch-location pairs rather than relying on the total alone.

24–32 SPOT pitches

Great

The arsenal produced multiple dependable pitch-location combinations across all four blocks.

18–23 SPOT pitches

Competitive

Several combinations are usable, but one pitch type or location block produced a clear drop-off.

0–17 SPOT pitches

Keep Working

Too few pitch-location combinations are repeatable. Narrow the next session to the two most important pitches and locations.

Fastball Bookends

levi — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 03:17:53 +0000

Fastball Bookends

Place a developing pitch between two fastballs and measure whether fastball command returns immediately.

Foundation

Adjustment · Pitch Development

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, One Developing Pitch

Goal: Measure how often the return fastball reaches the same assigned window after one developing pitch.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Use the pitcher’s established primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—for all 24 pitches. Record the delivery used and use the same delivery whenever this workout is repeated.

Block 1

Glove-Side Bookends

Repeat sequence 3x

Pitch 1 — FB — Glove-Side Window
Pitch 2 — DEV — Assigned Paired Target
Pitch 3 — FB — Glove-Side Window

Block 2

Arm-Side Bookends

Repeat sequence 3x

Pitch 1 — FB — Arm-Side Window
Pitch 2 — DEV — Assigned Paired Target
Pitch 3 — FB — Arm-Side Window

Block 3

Changeup Roles

3 CH — Broad Strike Window
3 CH — Middle-Down, Below Zone

Target Definitions and Bookend Rules

Glove-Side Window / Arm-Side Window: The broad portion of the established strike window on the called side.
Assigned Paired Target: One clearly defined target appropriate to the developing pitch and the called fastball window.
Broad Strike Window: A comfortably sized area inside the established strike window.
Bookend Rule: Pitch 1 and Pitch 3 use the same fastball target. Pitch 2 does not change the return target.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker and finish all three pitches with the original targets. Do not add a fourth or makeup pitch.

24 tracked pitches: 12 FB, 6 CH, and 6 DEV; 6 three-pitch bookend sequences and 6 changeups.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured throwing sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Fastball Bookends — [Pitcher]. Create 6 markers.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

DEV SPOT

Developing pitch finishes within its assigned target.

DEV MISS

Developing pitch finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Establish the fastball window and developing-pitch target before each sequence.
Keep the return fastball’s target unchanged after the developing pitch.
Reset completely before Pitch 3 without adding a mechanical checklist.
Record all three results and continue without a makeup pitch.
Stop when fatigue changes fastball intent, command, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count successful bookend sequences out of 6. A sequence succeeds when both fastballs receive FB SPOT; track the developing pitch separately so its result does not replace the fastball-reset measure.

5–6 successful sequences

Great

Fastball command returned immediately after the developing pitch in nearly every sequence.

4 successful sequences

Competitive

The fastball reset was usable but varied by target side or developing-pitch result.

0–3 successful sequences

Keep Working

Fastball command did not return consistently after the developing pitch. Simplify to one target side and one reset cue.

Third Pitch: Strike or Finish

levi — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:53:30 +0000

Third Pitch: Strike or Finish

Give one developing pitch two defined jobs: reach a broad strike window or finish in a reachable assigned area outside it.

Foundation

Pitch Development · Intent

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, One Developing Pitch

Goal: Compare the developing pitch’s execution in a broad strike role and an assigned finish role across 6 repetitions.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Use the pitcher’s established primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—for all 24 pitches. Record the delivery used and use the same delivery whenever this workout is repeated.

Block 1

Established-Pitch Baseline

3 FB — Glove-Side Window
3 FB — Arm-Side Window
3 CH — Broad Strike Window
3 CH — Middle-Down, Below Zone

Block 2

Developing-Pitch Strike Role

Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Middle-Down
DEV — Broad Strike Window

Block 3

Developing-Pitch Finish Role

Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Middle-Down
DEV — Assigned Finish Location

Target Definitions and Role Rules

Broad Strike Window: A comfortably sized area inside the established strike window.
Middle-Down, Below Zone: The reachable area immediately below the Middle-Down target.
Assigned Finish Location: One clearly defined, reachable out-of-zone target appropriate to the developing pitch. Establish it before Pitch 1.
Role Rule: Grade the developing pitch against the assigned Strike or Finish target for its block.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker and complete the sequence with its original target. Do not change the developing pitch’s role or add a makeup pitch.

24 tracked pitches: 12 FB, 6 CH, and 6 DEV; 12 baseline pitches and 6 two-pitch sequences.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured throwing sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Third Pitch: Strike or Finish — [Pitcher]. Create 6 markers.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

DEV SPOT

Developing pitch finishes within its assigned Strike or Finish target.

DEV MISS

Developing pitch finishes outside its assigned Strike or Finish target.

Coaching Focus

Define the developing pitch’s Strike and Finish targets before Pitch 1.
Keep delivery, arm speed, and intent consistent between the two roles.
Make the role clear before every developing pitch.
Record the result and complete each sequence without changing the target.
Stop when fatigue changes shape, command, arm speed, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count DEV SPOT pitches out of 6. The developing pitch succeeds when it reaches the assigned Strike or Finish target for its block; review the two roles separately after scoring.

5–6 DEV SPOT pitches

Great

The developing pitch performed both roles with clear intent and repeatable execution.

4 DEV SPOT pitches

Competitive

One role is becoming usable, while the other needs a clearer target or more consistent execution.

0–3 DEV SPOT pitches

Keep Working

The developing pitch’s roles are not yet distinct or repeatable. Widen one target and rebuild one role at a time.

Earn the Third Pitch

levi — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 03:04:28 +0000

Earn the Third Pitch

Introduce one developing pitch inside stable fastball-changeup sequences without overloading its repetitions.

Foundation

Pitch Development · Sequencing

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup, One Developing Pitch

Goal: Measure how often one developing pitch executes a broad assigned window inside four stable four-pitch sequences.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Use the pitcher’s established primary delivery—Windup or Stretch—for all 24 pitches. Record the delivery used and use the same delivery whenever this workout is repeated.

Block 1

Fastball Foundation

4 FB — Glove-Side Window
4 FB — Arm-Side Window

Block 2

Glove-to-Arm Sequence

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Glove-Side Window
CH — Broad Strike Window
DEV — Broad Usable Window
FB — Arm-Side Window

Block 3

Arm-to-Glove Sequence

Repeat sequence 2x

FB — Arm-Side Window
CH — Broad Strike Window
DEV — Broad Usable Window
FB — Glove-Side Window

Target Definitions and Sequence Rules

Glove-Side Window / Arm-Side Window: The broad portion of the established strike window on the called side.
Broad Strike Window: A comfortably sized area inside the established strike window.
Broad Usable Window: A clearly defined, comfortably sized target that matches the developing pitch’s current role. Establish it before Pitch 1.
Sequence Rule: Keep the delivery, pitch order, and assigned targets unchanged through all four pitches.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker and complete the sequence with its original targets. Do not repeat the pitch or add a makeup pitch.

24 tracked pitches: 16 FB, 4 CH, and 4 DEV; 8 foundation pitches and 4 four-pitch sequences.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured throwing sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Earn the Third Pitch — [Pitcher]. Create 6 markers.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

DEV SPOT

Developing pitch finishes within its assigned target.

DEV MISS

Developing pitch finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Define the developing pitch’s Broad Usable Window before Pitch 1.
Maintain the same delivery, arm speed, and intent for all three pitch types.
Treat the established pitches as anchors around the developing pitch.
Record the result and finish the sequence without chasing a miss.
Stop when fatigue changes arm speed, shape, command, or delivery quality.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count DEV SPOT pitches out of 4. The developing pitch succeeds when it reaches its Broad Usable Window; use the other pitch results to evaluate how well the full sequence holds together.

3–4 DEV SPOT pitches

Great

The developing pitch reached its broad assigned window in most sequences while the established pitches kept the pattern stable.

2 DEV SPOT pitches

Competitive

The developing pitch showed a usable starting point, but execution varied by sequence direction or surrounding pitch results.

0–1 DEV SPOT pitches

Keep Working

The developing pitch is not yet reaching the broad assigned window consistently. Simplify the target and retain the limited repetition count.

Pressure-Count Conversion

levi — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 03:03:19 +0000

Pressure-Count Conversion

Test three common pressure counts in independent sets to identify the pitch and target the pitcher can trust most.

Foundation

Count Management · Competition

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup

Goal: Execute 8 three-pitch pressure-count sets and identify the pitch, target, and count combination that holds up best.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Block 1

Windup

Complete 4 sets:

2–0 — Coach calls FB or CH to a Broad Attack Window
3–1 — Pitcher chooses the most trusted pitch and a Broad Target
2–1 — Coach calls FB or CH to a Specific Target

Block 2

Stretch

Complete 4 sets:

2–0 — Coach calls FB or CH to a Broad Attack Window
3–1 — Pitcher chooses the most trusted pitch and a Broad Target
2–1 — Coach calls FB or CH to a Specific Target

Count and Set Rules

Broad Attack Window: A comfortably sized area inside the established strike window that the pitcher can attack without guiding.
Broad Target: A pitcher-selected window appropriate to the trusted pitch.
Specific Target: One clearly defined location such as Middle-Down, Glove-Side Window, or Arm-Side Window.
Independent Counts: The 2–0, 3–1, and 2–1 pitches are separate situations, not one simulated at-bat.
Set: One pass through all three count situations in the written order.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker and finish the set. A miss does not create a new count, change the next call, or earn a makeup pitch; the next pitch begins at its original written count.

24 tracked pitches: 8 sets of 3. FB and CH totals depend on the coach’s calls and the pitcher’s 3–1 selections.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured mound sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it Pressure-Count Conversion — [Pitcher]. Create 4 markers.

Delivery tracking: Enable Windup and Stretch. Do not use Game Mode or record ball/strike results; the written count supplies the situation.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Treat each count as an independent situation.
Establish pitch type, target, and intent before every throw.
Attack a broad window in the 2–0 and 3–1 situations without guiding.
Let the pitcher own the trusted-pitch choice in 3–1.
Record a miss, complete the set, and begin the next count as written.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count successful sets out of 8. A set succeeds when all three pitches receive SPOT; review 2–0, 3–1, and 2–1 execution separately.

6–8 successful sets

Great

The pressure-count plan held up across both deliveries. Confirm the most dependable pitch, target, and count combination.

5 successful sets

Competitive

The plan was usable, but one count, pitch type, target, or delivery caused most failed sets.

0–4 successful sets

Keep Working

Pressure-count execution was not yet repeatable. Simplify the least dependable situation and rebuild that call.

First-Pitch Advantage

levi — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:03:23 +0000

First-Pitch Advantage

Practice independent opening pitches with clear fastball and changeup targets, then compare execution by pitch type and delivery.

Foundation

Count Management · Command

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup

Goal: Execute 24 independent opening-pitch plans to assigned windows with FB and CH from the windup and stretch.

WARMUP

Before the first pitch.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Sequence

Windup

3 FB — Glove-Side Window
3 CH — Middle-Down
3 FB — Arm-Side Window
3 CH — Middle-Down

Stretch

3 FB — Glove-Side Window
3 CH — Middle-Down
3 FB — Arm-Side Window
3 CH — Middle-Down

Target Definitions and Opening-Pitch Rules

Glove-Side Window: The broad portion of the established strike window on the pitcher’s glove side.
Arm-Side Window: The broad portion of the established strike window on the pitcher’s arm side.
Middle-Down: The broad lower-middle portion of the established strike window.
Independent Opening Pitch: Every pitch starts a new plan. No result changes the target, pitch type, or count for the next assignment.
Execution Grade: Grade SPOT or MISS by the assigned window, not by whether the pitch was called a ball or strike.

Record the pitch-specific MISS marker, reset completely, and begin the next planned opening pitch. A miss does not earn a retry or alter the next assignment—even after consecutive misses.

24 independent tracked pitches: 12 FB and 12 CH.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured mound sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Name it First-Pitch Advantage — [Pitcher]. Create 4 markers.

Delivery tracking: Enable Windup and Stretch. Do not use Game Mode or record ball/strike results.

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned target.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned target.

CH SPOT

Changeup finishes within its assigned target.

CH MISS

Changeup finishes outside its assigned target.

Coaching Focus

Establish pitch type, target, and intent before every throw.
Treat every pitch as a new opening-pitch plan and reset completely.
Attack the assigned window without guiding the ball.
Maintain fastball intent and arm speed on the changeup.
Record a miss and move to the next original assignment without carryover.

RESULTS

Score the Session

Count pitch-specific SPOT results out of 24. Each pitch succeeds when it receives the appropriate SPOT marker; the score measures assigned-location execution, not balls and strikes.

18–24 SPOT pitches

Great

Opening-pitch plans were repeatable across both pitch types, targets, and deliveries.

14–17 SPOT pitches

Competitive

The pitcher showed a usable opening-pitch plan, with one pitch type, target, or delivery producing more misses.

0–13 SPOT pitches

Keep Working

Opening-pitch execution was not yet repeatable. Simplify the target and rebuild one pitch type at a time.

Two-Pitch Tunnel Test

levi — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:02:53 +0000

Two-Pitch Tunnel Test

Pair the fastball and changeup from the same delivery and initial visual lane, then compare how they separate into assigned finish windows.

Foundation

Sequencing · Pairing

Level

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup

Execute 12 FB–CH sequences from a shared initial visual lane to distinct assigned locations.

Warmup

Before the first pitch.

Complete a proper throwing warm-up before scoring pitches. Use full-body movement, progressive catch play, and enough mound-ramp-up pitches for the arm, fastball, and delivery to feel ready.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Block 1

Middle-Down Tunnel

Windup — Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Middle-Down
CH — Below Zone

Stretch — Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Middle-Down
CH — Below Zone

Block 2

Arm-Side Tunnel

Windup — Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Arm-Side Down
CH — Arm Side, Below Zone

Stretch — Repeat sequence 3x

FB — Arm-Side Down
CH — Arm Side, Below Zone

Sequence Rules

Middle-Down: The broad lower-middle portion of the established strike window.
Middle-Down, Below Zone: The area immediately below the Middle-Down target—not just any location outside the zone.
Arm-Side Down: The lower arm-side portion of the established strike window.
Arm Side, Below Zone: The area immediately below or slightly farther arm side of the Arm-Side Down target.

Throw the FB first and the CH second in every pair. Use the same delivery, tempo, arm speed, and initial lane; let the changeup grip create the later speed and movement separation. Do not manipulate the release to force movement.

If either pitch misses, record the appropriate miss marker and finish the pair as planned. The second pitch keeps its assigned target; it does not follow the first pitch’s actual miss. Do not add a makeup pitch.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured mound sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.

Track This Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Create two markers:

FB SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned window.

FB MISS

Fastball finishes outside its assigned window.

CH SPOT

Fastball finishes within its assigned window.

CH MISS

Fastball finishes within its assigned window.

Coaching Focus

Call the batter side before every sequence.
Keep all three pitches under one clear location plan.
Judge each pitch by its role—not by strike result alone.
Complete the sequence before discussing adjustments.
Stop if fatigue changes arm speed, effort, or command.

Results

Score the Session

Count complete sequences graded Sequence Hit. A sequence succeeds only when all three pitches remain usable for their intended roles.

6–8 complete sequences

Great

The pitcher executed complete tunnels against both batter sides. Confirm which pattern created the strongest repeatability.

5 complete sequences

Competitive

Several sequences were usable, but one batter side or pattern broke down more often. Build from the stronger tunnel.

0–4 complete sequences

Keep Working

Too many sequences lost their plan before the third pitch. Simplify to one batter side and one pattern.

Changeup: Strike or Finish

levi — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 03:02:37 +0000

Changeup: Strike or Finish

Give the changeup two distinct jobs: land it for a usable strike or finish it below the zone after a fastball strike.

Foundation

Pitch Development · Intent

Level

L2 — Core Pair

Length

Pitches

Fastball, Changeup

Goal: Execute 12 changeups in their assigned strike or Below Zone role across 12 FB–CH sequences.

Warmup

Before the first pitch.

Complete a proper throwing warm-up before scoring pitches. Use full-body movement, progressive catch play, and enough mound-ramp-up pitches for the arm, fastball, and delivery to feel ready.

Warm-up throws are not included in the workout score, but they still count toward the pitcher’s total throwing workload for the day.

Coaching Focus

Name the changeup intent before every repetition.
Keep arm speed and delivery committed for both roles.
Use a broad window for strike intent.
Define a reachable chase area for finish intent.
Do not reward a miss that fails the called role.

Set Up Your Pitch Track Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Create four markers:

FASTBALL

The changeup reaches the called broad strike window.

CH-S

The changeup reaches the called finish area below the zone.

CH-F

The changeup misses the target but remains usable for its called intent.

CH-COMP

The changeup finishes outside a usable area for its called intent.

CH-NON-COMP

The changeup finishes outside a usable area for its called intent.

Results

Score the Session

Count changeups graded Strike Hit or Finish Hit. Score the 12 changeups only, then compare strike intent and finish intent separately.

9–12 intent hits

Great

The pitcher gave the changeup two clear, repeatable roles. Confirm whether strike and finish intent were equally reliable.

7–8 intent hits

Competitive

One or both intentions were usable but inconsistent. Identify which window needs the next focused block.

0–6 intent hits

Keep Working

The two intentions were not distinct enough yet. Widen the strike window and simplify the finish target.

Sequence

2 FB — Glove-Side Strikes Windup
2 FB — Glove-Side Strikes Stretch
2 CH — Broad Strike Window Windup
2 CH — Broad Strike Window Stretch
2 FB — Arm-Side Strikes Windup
2 FB — Arm-Side Strikes Stretch
2 CH — Lower Strike Window Windup
2 CH — Lower Strike Window Stretch
2 Sequences — FB Strike → CH Finish Below Windup
2 Sequences — FB Strike → CH Finish Below Stretch

Intent Windows

Strike Intent: A broad, usable changeup window within the zone.
Lower Strike: The lower portion of the established strike window.
Finish Intent: A defined chase area immediately below the zone.
Same Delivery: Complete both pitches in each sequence from the assigned delivery.

The changeup does not need perfect edge command. It must finish in a location that serves the called strike or finish role. Stretch-only pitchers may complete the full session from the stretch.

Development or preseason: 1–2 times per week with about 48 hours between structured mound sessions.

In season: 0–1 development bullpen per week. A game appearance or other meaningful mound session replaces it.