Assessment Throwing Velocity

The Throwing Velocity Video is part of the Performance Plus Screening Series. Throwing velocity can be measured in many ways. our preferred way involves using a pocket radar and standing behind a net in alignment with the thrower and measuring the speed of the throw. Take the average of 3 throws. Make sure the player has suitably warmed up prior to this test.

Assessment Bat Exit Velocity

The following video on Bat Exit Velocity is part of the Performance Plus Screening Series. To measure Bat Exit velocity you will need a radar. We suggest the Pocket radar. Its important to use the same radar for all testing to maintain consistency. To measure have the Radar about 4 meters behind the contact point. Its really important to have the radar facing the path of the ball flight (so the radar will be angled slightly upwards.) Take the average of 3 hits.

Screening Broad Jump

 The Standing Broad jump is part of the Performance Plus Assessment and screening series. The standing broad jump is similar to the standing vertical jump and is tested at the NFL Combine as a premier metric for power and speed-strength. To test, simply stand on a marked line with your feet pointing forward with the toes on the line. Jump. The final measurement is done at the heels, not the toes – so it’s from your toes at the starting position and the back of the heel at the landing position. Test this 2-5 times until you get your maximum distance, then record it for future use.

Screening Lateral Jump

The Lateral Broad jump is part of the Performance Plus Screening Series. The standing lateral jump is similar to the standing broad jump except you will be standing sideways when you execute this unilateral jump. If you are right- handed, turn so the edge of your left foot touches the starting line, then swing your left leg across your body and explosively push off your right leg. Land on your left leg and plant. Remain standing. The ending measurement is done off the outside edge of your left foot. (Reverse for left-handed pitchers.) The point is to explosively drive laterally off the posting leg in the delivery. Give it a few shots and record your best for the day.

FABER Assessment

The FABER test assessment is part of the Performance Plus Assessment Series. To execute the FABER test, lay on your back and bring your right knee to your stomach/chest. Externally rotate your hip by moving the knee sideways towards the ground and place your right ankle just above your left knee. Lower your right knee toward the ground without “hiking” your hips in a compensatory motion. To pass the FABER test, the knee must be close to the floor (about 2-4 inches) while lying flat on your back and without over-rotating around your hips. Repeat for each leg.

Assessment GIRD

The GIRD assessment is part of the Performance Plus Assessment Series. GIRD is the difference in total motion of rotation between your shoulders. Your IR + ER = Total Motion for each arm, and that number should be close between each arm. Some pitchers gain significant external rotation due to throwing a lot at a young age while some do not, but keeping these numbers close is vitally important. To pass the GIRD test, total motion should be within 5-10 degrees of each arm.

Assessment Shoulder

The Shoulder assessment is part of the Performance Plus Assessment Series. To test Shoulder Extension, lay on your back with your legs together and your arms at your side with your palms facing downwards. Activate your glutes by squeezing your butt and turn on your core by bracing your stomach lightly. Raise your arms overhead in a slow and controlled manner, externally rotating your shoulder while doing so (pointing your thumbs upwards and eventually toward the ground as you reach overhead). To pass the Shoulder Extension test, you should be able to touch your thumbs to the ground without bending your elbows or excessively arching your back.

Screening Hips – Squat

The Squat test assessment is part of the Performance Plus Assessment Series. To execute the Squat test, place your heels approximately shoulder width and the toes pointed slightly outwards. Drop into a squatting position with your neck neutrally situated, your back flat or slightly arched (not rounded), and knees pushed out. Place your hands straight out at shoulder height. To pass the Squat test, your upper leg must AT LEAST be parallel with the ground. A well-executed squat will have a closed knee angle with the chest up in a strong position with the weight on the heels, not out front (usually accompanied by a collapsed torso).

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