The Oklahoma State 2-Pack

with Frank Anderson,
Oklahoma State University Head Coach;
former University of Texas Pitching Coach (including College World Series Championship season in 2002)

In Pitching Clinic, Coach Anderson leads you through a pitching progression for pitchers at all levels. Finding the normal arm swing for each pitcher is the initial concern. A favorite drill of Anderson's gives a coach an opportunity to view the pitcher's normal arm swing. He shows how a routine ground ball can help coaches analyze a pitcher's arm slot. Anderson breaks down the wind up, grip (based on the four seam fastball grip), the rocker step and the stride. Other factors are the backside action, eliminate the front side, squared shoulders and releasing the ball through home plate. The follow through is the key to releasing the ball to the plate. A set of progression drills includes: Open up/backside action and figure eight drill. Anderson concludes with a detailed step-by-step review of each element of the throw.

37 minutes. 2008.

with Frank Anderson,
Oklahoma State University Head Coach;
former University of Texas Pitching Coach (including College World Series Championship season in 2002)

When players are younger, the less talented players are put in the outfield. Consequently, players do not work on the finer points of outfield play. Coach Anderson begins with glove selection. The main thing is choosing a glove that you can handle and has a "feel." Among other things, a good center field knows how to control other outfielders and has the ability to read and track the ball as it leaves the bat and catch it. Anderson plugs in footage of his players' reaction to the ball in practice. He breaks down his pre-practice routine, which starts with running and stretching, followed by long toss progression and position specific catches. Drills shown help develop the skill of catching a ball in various situations. Anderson leads his players through stance and positioning while demonstrating his progression drills.

30 minutes. 2008.

See all the items in this series!

• Frank Anderson's Pitching Clinic
• The Lost Art of Outfield Play