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Catholic University of America (DC)
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6 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Justin D.
Baseball
SILVER
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher with 6 years of U.S. and international teaching experience in pitching, fielding, and hitting for students ages 6-22. View all coaching experience
This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 5 miles
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Pitcher, Outfield, Infield
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Pitching, Hitting, Fielding, Baserunning
Credentials
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Catholic University of America (DC)
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6 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Pitcher, Outfield, Infield
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Pitching, Hitting, Fielding, Baserunning
More About Coach Justin
6 years experience teaching pitching lessons to students ages 6-20
Expertise in teaching high velocity pitching mechanics that improve performance, while reducing the risk of arm injury
Looking to teach motivated students who love the game
Pittsburgh Central Catholic Graduate ('08)
Collegiate Pitcher at Catholic University
Professional Pitcher in the Toronto Blue Jays Organization; 2012 MLB Draft Class
4 Seasons of Professional Independent Baseball
Pitched in the Australian Baseball League for the Perth Heat
Consistency and longevity are critical aspects to playing baseball at a high level. While each student will develop skills at their own pace, my priority is to instill a foundation that keeps them healthy and allows them to maximize their ability.
This is a general outline that I have followed to achieve this in each student:
Before we begin, we will have a short 5-10 minute session of light agility and stretching to promote looseness in the muscles and tendons in order to prevent injury.
Following this we will go through a short, professional- based throwing program, building up to pitching at full speed. This is usually 10 minutes depending on the student.
Once we get on the mound, I use videotaping as a tool to point out any mechanical flaws that are affecting control/velocity. The goal is to develop simple, explosive, and repeatable mechanics and not over-complicate the motion. Videotaping is a great way to give the student visual feedback of his own mechanics.
If the delivery is sound, we will get into pitch grips, such as a change-up, curveball, and slider.
Pitching strategy, pitch sequence, and the mental game will be touched on, especially for the advanced high school/college pitcher.
We will finish each session with an professional arm conditioning program that I used during my time in the Blue Jays Organization.
Any questions feel free to ask!
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Client Reviews
Patrice (CoachUp client)
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Dwayne (CoachUp client)
Working with Justin was well worth the time and money spent! He ran a very well-conceived training session that was technically informative and I am sure will shape my son's future development as a pitcher and an infielder. The video feedback that he provides as part of the training is very beneficial in making adjustments. I highly recommend Justin's services for any level pitcher.
Bob (CoachUp client)
Great job with Simon !
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