With the Lokator System a pitcher's command can be graded, pitch sequences and selection taught, then practiced and put into competition with tools provided by the Academy. It is a big accomplishment to learn and execute in the bullpen, but...
Game Variables
Posts tagged "game situation"
Emotions
There is very little emotion in bullpen work during practice compared to game situations, mostly because competition has not been involved up to this point. Emotions can play a big part in the outcome of a game and can be...
Hitter
One of the most obvious variables that differ from the bullpen to the game is that there is no live hitter in the box when you throw on the side. Bullpens do not simulate times when your confidence has been...
Game Situation
Game situations are the most diverse set of variables that differ from the bullpen to the game. Every at bat in a game will represent a new pitch sequence so ALL bullpens should be thrown with sequential planning. If you...
Weather Conditions
It is more common to encounter adverse weather conditions in games than in practice. On practice days most teams will simply go indoors or reschedule if there is light rain, the field is wet, winds are high, temperatures are low,...