Strength 1: Athletic setup and starting position with good rhythm and timing in the load and stride.

Strength 2: Good hand path, keeping hands inside the ball and demonstrating proper back shoulder mechanics to create a solid swing plane.

Improvement 1: Must develop a firm front leg to act as a post. The current soft front knee causes major energy leaks and balance issues.

Improvement 2: Critical to keep the head down on the ball through contact. Early head pull and front shoulder rotation are causing inconsistency and power loss.

Fluid Arm Action: The pitcher possesses a fluid and continuous arm path that gets into an efficient throwing position (near 90 degrees of elbow flexion at shoulder height) at the time of front foot strike. This is a positive attribute for arm health and consistency.

Hip-Shoulder Separation and Sequencing: The primary area for improvement is the lack of separation between the hips and shoulders. The torso opens prematurely, often initiated by an aggressive glove-side pull, which reduces rotational power and places additional stress on the arm to generate velocity.

Front Leg Stabilization: The lead leg fails to brace firmly upon landing. This ‘soft’ front knee absorbs force that should be transferred up to the trunk and arm, resulting in decreased velocity and inconsistent release height. Improving front leg blocking is critical for maximizing power transfer.