Own the Mound: Everything You Need to Know About Pitching: Fundamentals, How to Throw Different Pitches, Throw Harder and More Accurate and to ... for($17.99Value)

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Pitching isn’t just about throwing strikes — it’s about mastering the entire game from the mound. Own the Mound is your complete guide to developing youth pitchers the right way — with proven fundamentals, smart strategy, and a rock-solid mental approach that holds up under pressure. Whether you’re a first-time coach, a seasoned instructor, or a player looking to sharpen your craft, this book delivers practical, age-appropriate insight for every level from Little League through high school. Inside, you’ll find: A clear 4-step mechanical breakdown: balance point, power T, release, and follow-through - How to evolve mechanics as pitchers grow — and why “perfect form” is a myth - Injury prevention, arm care, and endurance-building plans by age - Recommended pitch counts and pitch types for safe, effective development - Grips, visuals, and teaching tips for fastballs, changeups, breaking balls, and more - Game-ready drills to improve velocity, accuracy, and movement - Strategy breakdowns for pitch sequencing, location, and reading hitters - A full chapter on the mental game — how to stay composed, confident, and competitive - Bonus content on controlling the running game, holding runners, and pickoff moves - Real coaching stories, practical fixes, and no-fluff advice from the field Whether you're coaching 10-year-olds or helping high schoolers prep for varsity, Built to Pitch gives you the tools, structure, and understanding to build complete pitchers — physically and mentally. If you’ve got a glove, a mound, and a kid who wants the ball in big moments, this book is for you.