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Instructional Baseball Videos
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Imagine having your son taught the proper baseball skills, mechanics, techniques and
related drills by world-class coaches. All Sports Coaching Clinics' special, hands-on, how-to, video
series offers instructional videos on every position and valuable hands-on instruction for players of
all levels.
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Baseball
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Conditioning
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BA 971238
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Instruction by: Jeff Forney, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Coach Forney exposes coaches to the Diamondback philosophy of strength and conditioning. A continual
training and conditioning perspective is discussed. Coach Forney gives the tools to work on the ?core? with
speed, quickness, flexibility, strength, and expressiveness. Each drill is designed to correspond with the specific
movement used in baseball.
VHS Length: 44:38
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Mental Approach to Baseball
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BA 961221
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Instruction by: Pat Murphy, Head Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Pat Murphy talks about how important the mental side of baseball is compared to coaching
mechanics or coaching talent. Coach Murphy stresses that mental aspects are more important than most coaches
realize.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Organizing Practice
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BA 921212
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Instruction by: Itch Jones, Head Coach, and Neil Fiala, Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
In this clinic video, the Illinois coaching staff explains how an efficient practice is to be run. They include
stretching, a throwing routine, a mass infield drill, and how to run batting practice. Head Coach Itch Jones
believes running a good practice will result in the team playing well in its games
Length: 52:48
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Personal Stretch Strength, Conditioning Circuit
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BA 961228
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Instruction by: Jim Mancuso, Strength-Conditioning Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Jim Mancuso goes through many of the stretching drills which the players at ASU go through
before practice. Coach Mancuso has players demonstrate many of the strength, power, and agility drills using
equipment for each drill.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Team Defense
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BA 971237
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Instruction by: Dick Scott, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Using the chalkboard as a teaching tool, Coach Scott covers team defense execution. Areas included: 3 types of
bunt defense; Pop fly priority; Pickoffs; 1st and 3rd Defense; Cutoffs and Relays, and rundown execution. Coach
Scott discusses the strategies involved with particular as well as each player?s responsibility. A very simple and
easy to understand video.
VHS Length: 38:26
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Throwing Fundamentals
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BA 971240
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Instruction by: Don Wakamatsu, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
The Diamondback program is demonstrated. Conditioning techniques are shown with the use of training devices
such as medicine balls, cords, and light weights. Proper warm-up and stretching exercises are shown. Progression
drills are then demonstrated with proper 4-seam grip, finger, wrist, and arm action. The use of the lower body is
explained as the long toss program is achieved. The use of lines on the field as a reference device is stressed.
Proper technique will lead to strong and accurate throws as well as preventing arm problems.
VHS Length: 45:47
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Baseball: Base Running
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Baserunning Philosophy and Mechanics
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BA 971231
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Instruction by: Brian Butterfield, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Coach Butterfield exposes coaches to the Diamondback philosophy and proper mechanics in baserunning. Coming
out of the box, taking looks, leads, getting good jumps, and being a smart baserunner is stressed. Little things
that make baserunning an effective weapon are discussed. A solid demonstration with simple things to remember
make this an outstanding video.
VHS Length: 44:12
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Controlling The Running Game
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BA 921211
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Instruction by: Dan Hartleb, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
In this clinic video, Coach Hartleb discusses how a pitcher can control the other team's running game. He goes
into in-depth detail on where the pitcher stands on the rubber, the correct pick-off moves, which counts the
runner is more likely to run on, as well as many other helpful hints all pitchers at all levels can use effectively.
VHS Length: 57:46
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Defense Double Steal
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BA 931220
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
Coach Polk discusses in great detail defending the double steal. He explains all the fundamentals involved as well
as different ways to handle situations that may occur. This is a very good clinic video for all players because he
discusses how to handle the situations both offensively and defensively.
VHS Length: 51:36
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Transition Hit-to-Run
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BA 961227
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Instruction By: Nino Giarratano, Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
Coach Nino Giarratano teaches the fundamentals of baserunning. In this clinic video, Coach Giarratano shows
the proper method for getting out of the batters' box and how to run to first base properly. He also shows the
technique of stealing second and steal third base. Coach Giarratano shows footwork and how to read the pitcher.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Baseball: Bunting
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Bunt Defense Part II
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BA 931219
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
In this, the second clinic video on bunt defense, Coach Polk discusses many more variations. He goes in-depth on
how to handle pitchouts and pick-off plays. He explains many different situations because he feels you need to be
prepared for anything.
VHS Length: 54:17
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Bunt Defense Part I
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BA 931218
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
How do you defend against a good bunter? Mississippi State Coach Ron Polk answers that as well as many other
questions you may have about defending the bunt. He also goes over the pick-off play, the rundown, and the best
way to communicate in all these situations.
VHS Length: 58:35
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Bunting Daily Practice Routine
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BA 961230
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Instruction by: Doug Schreiber, Former Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
In this video Doug Schreiber demonstrates the following bunts: the sacrifice, drop, push, squeeze and the safety
squeeze. Coach Schreiber explains the purpose of each bunt and when to use them.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Bunting Techniques
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BA 921210
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Instruction by: Neil Fiala, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
Former Illinois Assistant Coach offers discussion and demonstration of the sacrifice, drag and squeeze bunts.
Also examines the art of baserunning.
VHS Length: 46:49
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Bunting Philosphy and Mechanics
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BA 971239
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Instruction by: Brian Butterfield, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Coach Butterfield exposes coaches to the Diamondback philosophy and proper mechanics of the bunting game.
The sacrifice bunt, bunting for a base hit via drag and push bunt, the slash and the short game is demonstrated.
With each bunt you will learn the strategy for using the proper bunt. Questions about the short game are fielding.
An excellent bunting video.
VHS Length: 33:28
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Baseball: Catching
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Catching Techniques
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BA 921209
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Instruction by: Dan Hartleb, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
In this clinic video Coach Hartleb, assistant at the University of Illinois, explains all facets of catching. He starts
with selecting a glove and ventures into all the basic fundamentals of being a good catcher. This is a super video
for the youngster who's interested in playing behind the plate.
VHS Length: 59:38
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Catching Fundamentals
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BA 971232
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Instruction by: Glen Sherlock, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Coach Sherlock demonstrates the fundamentals of catching. Alignment, ready stance, black and throw stance,
receiving pitches to get more strikes, throwing technique by getting the right foot to the ball, blocking pitches,
footwork on various pitches, and tag plays are shown. A Diamondback catcher performs drills that include agility, reaction, receiving, and throwing. Develop your kep leader on the field.
VHS Length: 53:49
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Baseball: Hitting
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Hitting Batting Practice with a Purpose Part III
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BA 961226
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Instruction by: Nino Giarratano, Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Nino Giarratano shows how his players work in practice with hitting situations. He
implements infield and runners and makes hitting practice like game situations. Work on hitting behind the
runners, while at the same time working mechanics, bunting, and hitting for base hits.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Hitting Mechanics Part III
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BA 931216
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
Coach Polk covers mechanics, hip explosion, hand position for optimum leverage, weight transfer and more.
Includes specific practice drills.
VHS Length: 54:52
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Hitting Mechanics Part I
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BA 931214
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
Mississippi State Head Coach discusses and demonstrates his winning program philosophy including
fundamentals of hitting, proper bunting technique, signals, communication on defense plus much more!
VHS Length: 1:12:20
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Hitting Mechanics Part I
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BA 961224
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Instruction by: Nino Giarratano, Former Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Nino Giarratano teaches the hitting mechanics that are used at Arizona State. Coach
Giarratano has his hitting mechanics demonstrated in a step-by-step fashion. Coach Giarratano believes in a no
stride philosophy in his hitting mechanics, that your legs are in a hitting mode when you step in the batters' box
VHS Length: 45:00
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Hitting Proper Practice Part II
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BA 961225
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Instruction by: Nino Giarratano, Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Nino Giarratano talks about the three phases that his players go through during hitting drills.
Each phase is demonstrated with the drills that his players use in practice. The drills are used to work on
mechanics, balance, stride, and placement hitting.
VHS Length: 54:00
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Hitting Techniques
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BA 921208
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Instruction by: Neil Fiala, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
Learn proper hitting techniques, bat selection, grip, shoulder position, stance, stride, pivot and more. Useful drills
include soft toss, tee hitting, long toss, fungos and more.
VHS Length: 1:28:40
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Hitting Fundamentals
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BA 971233
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Instruction by: Don Wakamatsu, Former Arizona Diamondbacks
Hitting fundamentals are explained in this video. Coach Wakamatsu demonstrates hitting from stance to follow
through. Having a good base, alignment, plate coverage, loading, and developing one swing for three pitches.
Getting your hands into the slot and letting the ball get deep are discussed. In addition, different drills are
explained and demonstrated. Short bat drills, cross hands, wall drills are some of these exciting ways to teach
young hitters.
VHS Length: 48:00
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Hitting Mechanics, Part II
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BA 931215
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
Coach Ron Polk discusses stance, balance, bat quickness, bat discipline and developing confidence at the plate.
Many helpful hints and drills.
VHS Length: 58:28
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Hitting Mechanics Part IV
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BA 931217
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Instruction by: Ron Polk, Head Coach, Mississippi State University
Coach Ron Polk examines situational hitting such as bunting, fake bunts and hit and run baseball. Includes useful
drills to make you a better hitter.
VHS Length: 57:28
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Baseball: Infield Play
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Middle Infield
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BA 921202
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Instruction by: Neil Fiala, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
The nuts and bolts for the novice coach. In this video, Coach Fiala demonstrates basic fundamentals of a middle
infielder and the 1st and 3rd base positions. Glove selection, ball grip, techniques of throwing, positioning
footwork, and fielding of various ground balls are covered. A solid video that covers fundamentals for the
infielder to improve on.
VHS Length: 57:58
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Middle Infielders
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BA 961229
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Instruction by: Doug Schreiber, Assistant Coach, Arizona State University
Doug Schreiber has a clinic video on middle infield. Coach Schreiber demonstrated footwork and glovework in
fielding ground balls. He stresses movement as the key to fielding. Coach Schreiber also demonstrated the double
play situation from the shortstop and second base position. He shows some drills to work on
footwork and fielding.
VHS Length: 45:00
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Middle Infielders
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BA 971234
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Instruction by: Dick Scott, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
A quality instructional video on the basic fundamental of middle infielders. This video begins with the basic ready
techniques in fielding groundballs, the approach, how to field various groundballs, and throwing action. It then
progresses to lead throws for the double play, footwork on the pivot, and protecting against the baserunner. A
must for the shortstop and second baseman tandem.
VHS Length: 48:00
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Pre-Game Infield
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BA 921213
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Instruction by: Itch Jones, Former Head Coach, University of Illinois
Coach Jones explains his methods of pre-game infield in this clinic video. He discusses infield showtime, outfield
cut-off rules, adjustments for infielders, communication, and many different drills and fungo bat techniques. He
believes strongly in this type of teaching because he believes in making his players look good in pre-game
warm-ups.
VHS Length: 39:43
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Turning the Double Play
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BA 921203
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Instruction by: Neil Fiala, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
In this clinic video, Coach Fiala breaks down running the double-play in a step by step progression. Various steps
include getting to the bag, footwork, ball grip, anticipation of various throws, throwing techniques, and
protection on slides. Drill work for the middle infield in addition for 1st baseman are included. Learn the basics the
correct way!
VHS Length: 48:29
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Baseball: Outfield Play
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Outfield Play
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BA 921201
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Instruction by: Itch Jones, Head Coach, University of Illinois
In this clinic video, University of Illinois Head Coach Itch Jones discusses outfield play in excellent detail. He
starts with the basic fundamentals, from how to grip the ball to the best throwing techniques you can use. He
then expands into drills and situational outfielding. Coach Jones is widely recognized as one of the finest
clinicians in the game of baseball.
VHS Length: 46:30
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Outfield Philosophy
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BA 971235
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Instruction by: Jeff Forney, Former Arizona Diamondbacks Coach
Coach Forney exposes coaches to the Diamondback philosophy of outfield play. He demonstrates various
techniques of fielding groundballs including what may be considered ?untraditional?. The footwork mechanics
are demonstrated which allows the outfielder to get good angles on flyballs as well as groundballs. Drills are
shown to incorporate the techniques shown. A refreshing approach to outfield play.
VHS Length: 49:21
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Baseball: Pitching
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Pitchers Fielding
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BA 921204
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Instruction by: Dan Hartleb, Former Assistant Coach, University of Illinois
Coach Hartleb discusses the variety of fielding responsibilities and situations that confront the pitcher. Items the
tape covers include fielding techniques for ground balls, bunts, bunt defenses, covering first, and throws to 2nd.
A variety of drills covering these situation are shown. A solid tape for the young pitcher and aspiring coach.
VHS Length: 49:34
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Pitching Challenge Hitters in the Zone
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BA 961223
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Instruction by: Pat Murphy, Head Coach and Dave Sinnes, Pitching Coach, Arizona State University
In this clinic video, Coach Murphy discusses the art of pitching strategy. Coach Murphy also goes through the
different pitching grips, fastballs, curves, sliders, and change up. Finally he and Dave Sinnes demonstrate the
proper fielding method for pitchers.
VHS Length: 45:00
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