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Purpose Vanderbilt Baseball staff member Tyler Herb to provide pitchers with a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of their mechanics, pitch arsenal, and overall performance. This education combines Newtforce biomechanical analysis with Trackman pitch arsenal analysis, delivering personalized feedback and actionable improvement strategies. Clinic Components 1. Newtforce Biomechanical Analysis • Full motion capture to evaluate delivery mechanics. • Force plate integration to measure ground reaction forces, sequencing, and movement patterns. • Identification of strengths and areas for mechanical improvement. 2. Trackman Pitch Arsenal Analysis • Detailed pitch-by-pitch tracking, including velocity, spin rate, spin efficiency, horizontal/vertical movement, and release metrics. • Comprehensive review of pitch shapes, usage tendencies, and potential arsenal optimization. 3. Player Education & Development Support • Written breakdown and video review of both biomechanical and pitch data. • Targeted suggestions for mechanical adjustments, pitch design refinements, and training priorities tailored to each player Event Structure • Participants: 8 pitchers per event • Arrival Time: 45 minutes prior to bullpen slot for warm-up • Bullpen Duration: 15 minutes (approximately 20–30 pitches) • Total Time Commitment: ~1 hour per pitcher Rotation Example: 1. Warm-up & throwing program on own in lab (45 minutes) 2. Biomechanical capture during bullpen 3. Trackman data capture during bullpen 4. Wrap-up and data processing Deliverables to Each Player • Full biomechanical report outlining key movement patterns • Trackman pitch arsenal report with visual plots and comparisons • Specific recommendations for: • Mechanical adjustments • Pitch design refinement • Training priorities Reach out to baseball@vanderbilt.edu for questions.
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