All Things Pitching
Blog by Myndie Berka
Developing Complete Pitchers
Solid Foundations - Exceptional Work Ethics - Strong Mindsets - Fierce Competitors
Love to LEARN --- Enjoy the Journey
Is Your Pitcher Ready for Lessons? 7 Keys Every Parent Should Know
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The start of the training season is right around the corner! As I prepare to ope...
Pitch Progression AND the Power of YET
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It’s fun to explore new pitches but it’s important to understand what your PRIORIT...
What Have You Learned From the WCWS?
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I'm enjoying a few days of softball FUN at the Women's College World Series in Ok...
Using the EYES to Improve Command of the Zone
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Having great command of the zone is something that takes time and lots of practic...
Developing Exceptional Change-Ups
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Can you believe it's May 1st already?! While March seemed like the longest month e...
Teaching Pitchers and Catchers to Call the Game
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I get emails regularly from youth coaches asking how to call the game and how to...
Myndie Berka
Author
Hi, I’m Myndie—founder of BreakThrew Fastpitch. I started this blog as a way to support the bigger mission behind my work: helping young pitchers become strong, confident, resilient leaders—on and off the field. Each Thursday, I share thoughts, tools, and training tips for pitchers, parents, catchers, and coaches. Some weeks, it’s drills and mechanics. Other times, it’s mindset work, leadership lessons, or a reminder that growth isn’t always measured by stats. Whether you’re here for ideas, encouragement, or a fresh perspective—I’m glad you are. Thanks for allowing me to be a small part of your pitching journey.
Questions to Ask a Prospective Pitching Coach
Every parent deserves to feel confident about the coach guiding their daughter. And every pitcher deserves a teacher with the knowledge and tools to help her grow.
If you’d like a free resource to help you ask the right questions when choosing a pitching coach, I put together this guide for you. I also included my answers to each question so you know exactly what to expect from BreakThrew Fastpitch!
Understanding the Training Seasons
Need some help understanding WHAT to do with your pitchers during each phase of her training?
How about some instructional videos, downloadable workouts and mindset challenges?
You will get all this a more in your FREE "Training Seasons" guide!
Guide to Improving Radar Speed for Pitchers!
This guide includes 7 PROVEN ways that I've been using with pitchers that will help improve pitching speed! Get access to instructional videos, sample workouts and training tools to help your pitcher start getting stronger and faster today!
Step-By-Step Guide to Understanding Pitching Mechanics
Want to do something TODAY to help your pitcher get better? Would you like some FREE pitching instruction on exactly HOW you can help improve your pitcher’s mechanics?
Check out this FREE checklist that I use with my pitchers and learn HOW to submit your pitcher's video for side-by-side video analysis. After your pitcher completes her checklist, you will get some feedback directly from me! All of it FREE - I promise! : )
Creating A SPARK!
Need some ideas to help GROW the bond between your pitchers and catchers? How about some activities they can do together that will grow their skills both physically AND mentally?
I've got some FREE tools to HELP you!
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