National Pitching Association

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Advisory Board

  Nolan Ryan
  Randy Johnson
  Cole Hamels
  Mark Prior
  Robb Nen
  Orel Hershiser
  Dave Dravecky
  Bobby Valentine
  Dusty Baker
  John Young
  Tom House
  Karl Meinhardt
  James Evans
  Greg Rose
  Robert Yang
  Jim Brogan
  Glenn Fleisig
  Todd Durkin
  Alan Blitzblau
  Arnel Aguinaldo

  Dr. Lewis Yocum
  Dr. Rick Heitsch
  Dr. James Andrews
  Dr. John Conway
  Dr. Hank Chambers
  Dr. Todd Lanman

Coach : An Athlete's Mentor

There is no one person that is more important to an athlete than an athlete's coach. The coach provides expertise, direction, inspiration, and at time consolation to athletes as they move through the different phases of development. A good coach can provide the necessary tools and instruction to help athletes achieve their best. Conversely, an uninformed coach can be an athlete's biggest detriment, and can cause pitchers more harm than good.

The National Pitching Association acknowledges the important role of the coach in an athlete's development. Our staff and advisory board are committed to obtaining and distributing the latest information on all aspects of pitching including: Mechanics, Conditioning, Nutrition, and Mental/Emotional development.

We welcome all coaches to join the National Pitching Assocation. Who knows? One of your players could be the next strike out leader! Join the NPA today and help your pitchers and athletes realize their maximum potential.

Many coaches and trainers from around the country have become NPA Certified by attending NPA Coaches Clinics. These coaches and trainers are up to speed on the latest info from the NPA. Each of these individuals have been instructed by the NPA within the last 24 months and are current in our philosophy and instruction.

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