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External-Cue Velocity Drill

Late external focus cues while a coach approaches the pitcher; promotes unconstrained throwing and quick velocity gains.

Equipment:
Ball only
Duration:
About 5 min
Setting:
Outdoor
Players:
Partner

Coaching notes

VeloU method using external focus (numbers or actions) delivered late so the athlete throws freely without internal overthinking, often producing an immediate velocity bump.

Objectives

Remove internal constraints and unlock natural velocity.

Coaching cues

React to the external cue only; throw free and unconstrained.

Steps

  1. 1. Set up on mound or flat ground
  2. 2. Coach approaches delivering external cue
  3. 3. Athlete reacts and throws freely
  4. 4. Measure and repeat
Source: VeloU

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