After seeing many youth baseball players struggle on the mound, I recognized a great opportunity to help these young players develop the proper techniques required to become a successful pitcher.

One on one instruction to youth baseball pitchers along with batting instruction is now offered at the Sun Prairie Pitch and Hit facility located at 1620 North Bristol Street, Sun Prairie WI 53590 (www.sunprairiebaseball.com).

I believe that “Pitching is not just throwing the ball.” It involves development of proper mechanics, conditioning, mind set along with a healthy diet. These one-on-one sessions are designed to provide focused instruction for the individual players. Pitch counts are closely monitored to ensure the ballplayers maintain a healthy arm .

I have worked very closely with Tom Eckhardt, fellow Sheboygan A’s teammate who has authored a valuable book outlining what is needed to become a successful pitcher. This book will be used during my one on one instruction .

Tom had a very successful career at Augustana College being named most valuable pitcher three times and all conference twice and then a year with the Atlanta Braves organization .

Tom pitched for the Sheboygan A’s 11 seasons being named most valuable pitcher six times. In 2002 he was inducted into the hall of fame and currently holds many pitching records.

Tom is currently the pitching coach at Appleton West High School.