The Truth About Developing Young Pitchers (Velocity, Coaching & More) with Pitching Ninja

On this episode of The Pure Athlete Podcast, Jeff and the guys sit down with Rob Friedman, better known as Pitching Ninja, to break down what it really takes to develop an elite pitcher and whether today’s youth athletes are being developed the right way. They dive into the science of pitching velocity, modern pitching development, and the biggest mistakes parents and coaches make in youth baseball. From his experience coaching his own son to play at Georgia Tech Baseball to building one of the most trusted platforms in the game, Rob explains why velocity is dominating baseball, the risks of chasing it too early, and the truth about early specialization and pitcher-only athletes. The conversation also covers how to choose the right pitching coach, key red flags to avoid, when kids should start tracking velocity and throwing breaking balls, and the mindset that separates good pitchers from elite players. This episode is packed with actionable advice on pitch counts, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development, making it a must-listen for parents, coaches, and players looking to succeed in youth baseball, high school baseball, and beyond. -------------------------------------------- 🔥 IT'S FINALLY HERE🔥 Check out PA+ Baseball, a premium, game-changing subscription platform designed for baseball players at every level and the families who support them, no matter where they are in the baseball journey. JOIN NOW https://www.pureathlete.com/sports/ba... -------------------------------------------- Need to Fundraise? 😱 This episode is sponsored by Booster, the leading fundraising platform for school sports, youth athletics, and student athletes. Booster helps schools and teams raise money for equipment, travel, and sports programs, and has generated over $1.4B in successful fundraising nationwide. If you’re looking for simple and effective school or sports team fundraising, learn more at https://choosebooster.com -------------------------------------------- 🎧 You can listen to new episodes EARLY every Tuesday on Apple Podcast or Spotify. - - - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BbIeGC... 📲 For more follow us on social media: https://hoo.be/pureathleteinc 👉 Subscribe to our newsletter: https://pureathletenewsletter.beehiiv... -------------------------------------------- #YouthSports #YouthAthletes #Pitching #PitchingNinja #Pitcher