The Best Amateur Pitching Delivery I’ve Ever Seen

Logan Jarosz possessed the most mechanically efficient and natural pitching delivery I have ever seen from an amateur pitcher. His motion was a perfect synergy of old-school rhythm, mass, and leverage, creating an efficient transfer of energy that maximized his ability to generate velocity with minimal strain.

I share Logan's story as a reminder that no amount of technology can replace the value of time spent working with a player. Skill acquisition is not a plug-and-play process; it requires mentorship, patience, and an understanding of how each individual moves and develops. The best coaching extends beyond data collection—it involves leadership, trust, and a long-term commitment to guiding players toward mastery.

I began working with Logan when he was 13 years old at I.T.S. Baseball in Hillsborough, NC. Over the next few years, I continued to mentor him until I moved to Michigan to oversee pitching development in the United Shore Professional Baseball League. Even at a young age, his ability to sequence his movements and leverage his body was unmatched.

By the time he was 15, a sophomore at Eastern Alamance High School in Mebane, NC, Logan stood at 5’11” and 165 pounds, already touching the low 90s with his fastball. His natural ability and efficient delivery quickly made him a highly sought-after collegiate prospect. Initially committing to Georgia Tech, he later signed with Chipola College, a junior college powerhouse known for accelerating players into professional baseball.

However, after arriving on campus, Logan encountered a common challenge: his vision for how he wanted to pitch differed from how his college coaches wanted him to pitch. While I won’t speculate on the details, this shift in approach altered his career trajectory, a fate many promising pitchers have faced.

Logan's story is not unique. Many pitchers find themselves at a crossroads when the very mechanics that earned them opportunities are later questioned, altered, or even discarded. What is not understood is often dismissed, especially in a system that prioritizes immediate results over long-term development.

The "old-school" windup, once a staple in baseball, has largely been abandoned in today's game. Decades ago, pitchers were encouraged to engineer their bodies naturally, allowing for a more fluid and efficient movement pattern. Not every pitcher has elite arm talent to compensate for poor mechanical efficiency, but those who understand how to leverage their body properly can enhance their arm's potential and sustain performance over time.

Perhaps Logan's greatest asset was his confidence and conviction to look different from his peers. Had his unique style been fully understood and encouraged, his career path may have been different. Regardless of how hard he threw, the accolades he earned, or the opportunities he received, Logan's delivery will always be remembered by those who truly saw it. He stood out. He looked different. And in a sport that often rewards conformity, that is worth remembering.