Pitching for Beginners

A Fun and Fearless Guide to Learning How to Pitch for the First Time

Created by MLB 1st Round Draft Pick Mike Nikorak · Powered by Dominate the Diamond

🚧 The Problem

Coach pitch is over… now what?

You’re expected to teach kids how to pitch for the first time, but:

  • Most 8–10U pitchers are scared, wild, or confused
  • Coaches and parents often don’t know what to say or how to teach it
  • Bad habits start early—and confidence fades fast

It’s the most difficult transition in youth baseball... and it’s where most kids quit before they ever really begin.

✅ The Solution

Pitching for Beginners is the proven, stress-free system to help first-time pitchers take the mound with confidence.

Designed by Mike Nikorak, 1st-round MLB draft pick and trusted Dominate the Diamond instructor, this course gives coaches and parents the tools to teach pitching — even with zero experience.

  • How to teach the 4-seam grip
  • 3-step pre-pitch routine kids remember
  • Mechanics broken into 5 simple steps
  • Drills for games or backyard practice
  • Confidence coaching & mound communication
  • Safe pitch counts + arm care

🎥 What's Inside

  • The Pitcher’s Role – Confidence, pace, and mindset
  • Pre-Pitch Routine – Breathe. Focus. Set.
  • Pitching Motion – Balance, separation, stride, release, finish
  • Grips & Command – 4-seam, 2-seam & glove targeting
  • Handling Nerves – How to recover from mistakes
  • Bullpen Setup – Teaching command without pressure
  • Arm Care – Pitch count safety and cool-down tips
  • Coach & Parent Communication – What to say (and when!)

🎁 Bonus Downloads

  • First-Time Pitcher Checklist
  • Bullpen Tracker Sheet (Printable)
  • Confidence Cue Cards
  • Parent Support Quick Guide

👥 Who It's For

  • Volunteer coaches teaching pitching for the first time
  • Parents who want to support their young pitchers
  • League directors helping 8–10U players prepare for the mound

🎓 Meet Your Instructor

Mike Nikorak is a former 1st round MLB Draft pick and one of the leading youth pitching instructors in the country. He built this course to help coaches and parents teach pitching the right way—without pressure, confusion, or fear.

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