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 "weather conditions"
Mound Inconsistencies
There are a number of different situations mound inconsistencies can come into play as a game variable. For younger pitchers there is rarely a bullpen mound that is the same as the game mound. ...
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,...
Defense
Team defense can be a deal breaker when it comes to pitching in the game while it is never a factor practicing in the bullpen. Errors by teammates always seem to come at the most inopportune times and you have...
Fielding
Throwing bullpens in practice will not simulate the duties you have on the mound in the game as a fielder. There are a number of fielding situations if not executed correctly, could cost your team a win. Once you release...