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Two-Pitch Tunnel Test

Connect fastball and changeup locations into repeatable three-pitch sequences against both batter sides, then score the complete tunnel.

Foundation

Sequencing

Level

L2 — Core Pair

Length

24 pitches · 16–20 min

Pitches

Fastball · Changeup

Goal: Connect fastball and changeup locations into repeatable three-pitch sequences against both batter sides.

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

  • 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.

SETUP Play Catch APP

Set Up Your Pitch Track Session

Choose Bullpen Session. Create two markers:

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SEQ HIT

Apply to the third pitch when all three pitches remain usable for their intended roles.

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SEQ MISS

Apply to the third pitch when one or more pitches make the sequence unusable.

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.

The workout

Sequence

  • 1 RHH Sequence — FB Away → FB In → CH Below/Away Windup
  • 1 RHH Sequence — FB Away → FB In → CH Below/Away Stretch
  • 1 RHH Sequence — FB In → FB Away → CH Below/Away Windup
  • 1 RHH Sequence — FB In → FB Away → CH Below/Away Stretch
  • 1 LHH Sequence — FB Away → FB In → CH Below/Away Windup
  • 1 LHH Sequence — FB Away → FB In → CH Below/Away Stretch
  • 1 LHH Sequence — FB In → FB Away → CH Below/Away Windup
  • 1 LHH Sequence — FB In → FB Away → CH Below/Away Stretch

Sequence Rules

  • Batter Side: Define RHH or LHH before the first pitch.
  • Away/In: Mirror the locations when the batter side changes.
  • Below/Away: The changeup finishes beneath the away-side lane.
  • Complete: All three pitches must remain usable for their intended roles.

Score the three-pitch sequence as a unit instead of collecting isolated hits. Stretch-only pitchers may complete every sequence 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.

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Arm Care

Quality ends the session before the count does.

Pitch counts are ceilings, not quotas. Adjust the session for age, recent workload, current season, recovery, mechanics, and the pitcher in front of you.

This workout is an educational pitching-development resource, not medical advice or a rehabilitation program. Adjust it for the pitcher’s age, experience, recent workload, recovery, and established throwing plan.

  • Stop immediately for shoulder or elbow pain, sharp discomfort, or altered mechanics.
  • Reduce the workload when command, effort, or movement quality deteriorates.
  • Count the full throwing day—warm-ups, drill throws, long toss, bullpen pitches, and game pitches all matter.

Record the bullpen

See the work. Coach what’s next.

Use Play Catch to record pitch locations, spot patterns, and carry the result into the next purposeful session.

Simple pitch-location tracking.
No special hardware. No complicated setup.