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Baseball Opps with TopV

by Brent Pourciau

There is a serious failure of science-based information moving into all levels of the game. This major problem has caused an epidemic of injuries especially wear and tear injuries in the throwing athlete. There are a high number of training methods that are not supported by the principles of biomechanics and are the causes of most of the injury. The mission of this podcast is to better educate the game on performance enhancement with a strong emphasis on health.

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Episodes

  1. The Road to the Pros with Steven Lacey

    Checkout the latest Podcast with Steven Lacey who went from college baseball to Coastal Plains League to the American Association.

  2. Coaching Pitchers in the Moment on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode, Dr. Ryan Crotin, Jordan Oseguera, and Brent Pourciau go over coaching pitchers in the moment. This is based more on an in-season approach to coaching pitchers. For a 10% discount off at Armcare.com TopVelocity https://armcare.com/discount/TopVelocity?ref=1

  3. Recovering from Injury and Latin Baseball - Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode, I interview Francisco Gonzalez who is recovering from labrum and rotator cuff surgery while running TopVelocity San Marco. He is also building great Spanish content on TopV Latino.

  4. Pitching Velocity Development from Youth to MLB on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, you will learn the process to develop healthy pitching velocity from the youth level to the adult level.

  5. How to Find Purpose to Achieve Your Baseball Dreams on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity I go over what it takes to find and establish your purpose in life to achieve your goals and dreams in baseball.

  6. How to Increase Pitching Velocity In-Season on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, I go over in-season training secrets to increase pitching velocity with retired 100mph MLB pitcher Cody Hall.

  7. Running Poles Kills Throwing Velocity & Bat Power on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopV

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopV I cover the science behind running poles and how it is detrimental to your power development as a baseball player.

  8. Olympic Lifting Increases Pitching Velocity on the Baseball Opps with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity Brent Pourciau goes over the science that finds Olympic Lifting the best training lifts for increasing pitching velocity, throwing health, and command.

  9. Why Pitching Velocity is So Important on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity, I go over why pitching velocity is so an important component of talent in baseball and how it is connected to all other important variables of elite pitching.

  10. Why Pitchers Shouldn’t Max Long Toss on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity

    In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity I go over the science of long tossing for pitching performance and arm health.

  11. Why You Need Crossover Symmetry & ArmCare.com on the Baseball Opps Podcast

    In the Baseball Opps podcast, I interview the CEO of Crossover Symmetry & ArmCare.com Duggan Moran on how he got started and his mission to improve the health of baseball.

  12. Arm Care with Dr. Ryan Crotin on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, Dr. Ryan Crotin goes over the foundation of Arm Care and why ArmCare.com is helping to educate and monitor arm health.

  13. Cutting Through the Conventional Wisdom of Lifting on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, you will learn some of the key FACTS showing why the conventional wisdom in baseball has a poor understanding of using the Olympic Lifts for performance enhancement in the skills of pitching, throwing, and hitting.

  14. We Talk All Things Pitching with Elite Pitching Panel on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Join SportsForce CEO & Founder Andrew Beinbrink for our 1st Player Development Series with some of the top pitching coaches in the world: Brent Pourciau - Top Velocity @TopVelocity Jason Hirsh - Fast Arm Care @FastBaseball Jon “Zinger” Huizinga - Fuel Factory @CoachZinger Key Topics Covered:...

  15. How the Feet Can Prevent Arm Injury on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, Manual Therapist Shawn Kitzman and I talk about the importance of developing the feet as the foundation of movement. Shawn helps athletes stay healthy, recover from injuries and improve performance. He started his practice in ’00 and has worked with amateur, collegiate and...

  16. Secrets of College Baseball Recruiting on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Andrew Beinbrink ex-MiLB player and CEO of Sports Force. We talk about the challenges of College recruiting and the secrets to having success in nailing the perfect college opportunity. This is a must-listen for players or parents who are going through or planning to…

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  17. The Revolution of BioMechanics on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview the Legendary BioMechanist Dr. Glenn Fleisig on the evolution or revolutionary of biomechanics in baseball. Dr. Glenn Fleisig is the Research Director at the American Sports Medicine Institute. We talk about proper pitching mechanics, mechanics that can cause injury,...

  18. Medical Advice for Pitchers to Have a Healthy Career with Dr Ryan Hess, MD on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview a Medical Doctor Ryan Hess on the best advice for pitchers to survive the rigors of baseball. We talk about how to find good advice in your career, the future of player development in baseball, extreme throwing programs, weight training for pitchers…

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  19. Tips for Training Elite Baseball Players on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Spike Richards on training elite baseball players. We talk programming, weighted baseball training and more. Spike Richards currently is the head strength and conditioning coach at South Central Sports Medicine and Sports Performance. Below is more of his...

  20. How Baseball and Sports are Failing to Develop Athletes on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview my mentor and strength coach who saved and helped me build my professional baseball career post rotator cuff surgery, Kurt Hester. Kurt Hester is the head strength and conditioning coach at Louisiana Tech and helped build the legacy of LSU baseball from the 1990s. He...

  21. PitchTracker Technology from Diamond Kinetics with Kyle Bennett on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Diamond Kinetics Kyle Bennett on their latest baseball technology called the PitchTracker. This app with baseball loaded sensor gives metrics like Spin Rate, Spin Direction, Velocity, Extension and much more. To get up to date on the technology that is driving the...

  22. Overcoming Serious Injury in Sports with NFL Linebacker Michael Mauti on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, 5 year NFL Linebacker Michael Mauti talks about how he overcame the challenges of playing at Penn State after the scandals, overcoming 3 knee surgeries and 3 stomach surgeries to remove his colon while building an impressive NFL career. He teaches how important it is to learn…

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  23. AMPS Training System with Walt Cline on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Today’s episode features sport performance coach and consultant, Walt Cline. He is the founder of AMPS Training Systems. Coach Cline has served as an assistant athletics coach, private coach and consultant to teams and programs at multiple levels in the USA. His athletic projects include…

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  24. Insights Into Functional Training with Chuck Wolf on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Chuck Wolf, MS, FAFS on his book called Insights Into Functional Training Principle, Concepts and Application. The book is based on an understanding of the continuous thread of connective tissue, adjacent muscles, and soft tissue, we can view motion and begin to ask…

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  25. Developing MVP Ball Players with Bobby Stroupe on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Bobby Stroupe who is the Founder and President of ATHLETE Performance Enhancement Center (APEC). He has trained great athletes like the NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes and MLB Superstar Michael Kopech. In this episode, we talk about the better approach to player development…

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  26. Habits of a Champion with Dana Cavalea on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this podcast, I talk with Dana Cavalea on his new book the Habits of a Champion. Coach Dana Cavalea is a highly sought after High-Performance Coach. He spent the majority of his career as the Director of Performance for the New York Yankees. In 2009, he led the team to a World Series...

  27. Proper BioMechanics of Pitching with Chris Marlo and Dr Farmer on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, we discuss the proper biomechanics of pitching and why baseball continues to have such a high injury rate. Chris Marlo owns and operates Light Tower baseball in Gainsville Florida. He is a Physical Therapist and a Baseball instructor/trainer. Dr. Kevin Farmer is an Associate...

  28. Mentality, Injury & Success with Dr Sean Pastuch on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, Dr Sean Pastuch lets loose and shares his knowledge of what it takes to be success and pain-free in baseball, business and life. Dr. Sean Pastuch is the CEO of Active Life RX and has written a book called You Can Do Anything which will be out very soon.

  29. 4D Motion Sports with Sang Kim on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, we talk to the CEO of 4D Motion Sports about the future of Baseball 3D technology. He has the most advanced 3D motion system on the market today and we walk you through how simple it is to implement and use to enhance the skills of baseball.

  30. Changing the Rules of Baseball with Brian Haldane on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, we discuss the current major changes to baseball that are being tested by the MLB in the Atlantic Independent Baseball League. Brian Haldane is a radio producer and sports broadcaster in the Baton Rouge, LA area and just happens to be one of my oldest friends. This podcast is…

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  31. How the Ignorance of Baseball is Abusing the Youth with Chad Hilsman on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Listen to Chad Hilsman story at 17 years old when he had to go under the knife to replace his UCL. He lost over a 1 of his youth in baseball repairing his arm which has made it very difficult for him to live his dream in this game. Youth arm injuries are still on the rise (see chart below) and…

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  32. John Madden with YouGoPro on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, John Madden talks about baseball career and the best approach for developing young baseball players in today's game. You can follow him on his legendary YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/YouGoPro

  33. Unleashing Pitching Velocity with Dr Chris McKenzie on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, I interview Dr. Chris McKenzie about his new book called Unleash Your Pitching Velocity: The 3-Step System To Throwing Harder and Maximizing Command So You Can Make The Team of Your Dreams. We talk about pitching injury, how to's, weighted baseball training and his BASE-3 pitcher...

  34. Faith Based Baseball Academy with Thomas Casey on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode Thomas Casey tells his story on why he formed a faith-based baseball academy called Unearthed in Tampa, FL. to help the fatherless areas of Tampa who have limited access to mentor figures in their lives. Learn more about his academy and how to help!

  35. State of the Union in Baseball with Zinger on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode, Jon Huizinga and Brent Pourciau discuss what has been the big changes in baseball player development for 2018. Zinga discusses the beginning of Fuel Factory Baseball in Arizona and its future. You can learn more about the Fuel Factory at FuelFactorySports.com

  36. Coaches Rights to Analyze MLB Players with Chris O'Leary on Baseball Opps with TopV

    On this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, we talk about Coaches rights to analyze MLB Players online in 2018. This is in reaction to the Trevor Bauer vs TopVelocity Lawsuit that was just filed. Trevor Bauer claims TopV has used his likeness in video analysis to damage his image and hurt his...

  37. Developing Top Prospect Lenny Torres Jr with Angel Lugo on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Learn how Angel Lugo and Jon Huizinga developed potential 1st Round Draft picks Lenny Tores Jr along and Mathew Liberatore in a similar system. This is a must listen for all aspiring young baseball players and coaches to learn this revolutionary approach that is changing the game of baseball.

  38. Building Potential MLB Star Matthew Liberatore with Jon Huizinga on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Potential 1st Round Draft Pick and MLB Hopeful Matthew Liberatore has trained with Coach Zinger sense he was 12. He has built him from the ground up and what a potential superstar he is. Learn about the process and the future for the young lefty on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopV.

  39. Importance of Hip Mobility and Stability to Baseball Injury with Dr. Mazalian on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Josh started his physical therapy career as a coach for high school and middle school basketball. He then went on to be the physical therapist for a semi-professional hockey team in Las Vegas. Josh's specialty lies in movement analysis and a hands-on approach to rehabilitating any sports and...

  40. Why Weighted Baseball Training Shortens Careers with Dr. Manga on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Dr. Alex Manga discusses the latest research proving high intent weighted baseball training physically shortens pitching careers. Dr. Mange has a PhD in Organizational Evaluation, Research and Measurement from Western Michigan University, 2016.

  41. DNA Performance Enhancement with Dr. Jay on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Anthony G. Jay, PH.D., is the President of the International Medical Research Collaborative, a non-profit organization based in Boston that trains medical students from around the globe. He is also the CEO of the AJ Consulting Company, which specializes in improving people's lives via scientific...

  42. Pitching Mindset Training with Darrell Coulter on Baseball Opps with TopV

    Darrell Coulter focuses 100% of pitchers energy on the Intellectual Understanding of PITCH COMMAND and “the Real Secret” the Absolute Certainty it takes to pitch under extreme pressure and get the best Major League hitters in the world out consistently. To learn more about his programs visit...

  43. State of Union with Paul Reddick on Baseball Opps with TopV

    We interview one of the pioneers of pitching instruction online Paul Reddick. You can check him out at PaulReddickBaseball.com

  44. Gaining Exposure with Prospect Dugout on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this episode of Baseball Opps with TopV we interview Joel Hartman with Prospect Dugout.

  45. How Weighted Baseballs Can End Your Career - Baseball Opps with TopV

    We interview Trent Mottice about how year-round travel baseball and extreme weighted ball velocity training ended his career.

  46. Baseball Recruiting Made Simple with Billy Horn on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In this interview, with Long Island Ducks Pitching Coach Billy Horn, he shares the secrets to baseball recruiting and a simple services to start networking. Checkout his website at http://www.meetaprospect.com

  47. Joe Manders with Athalonz on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In the episode 7 of the Baseball Opps with TopV we interview Joe Manders with Athalonz and learn about how they are revolutionizing baseball with ground up technology.

  48. The High Risk of Using Weighted Balls - Baseball Opps with TopV

    You can learn more of the science of weighted balls here: https://www.topvelocity.net/weighted-baseball-training-science/

  49. MLB Pitcher Jim Parque with VeloPro on Baseball Opps with TopV

    You can purchase the VeloPro Systems Harness here: http://www.topvelocity.biz/velopro-systems-harness/

  50. CEO Pocket Radar Steve Goody on Baseball Opps with TopV

    In episode 4 we interview CEO of Pocket Radar Steve Goody on how he built the radar that has revolutionized the game.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

There is a serious failure of science-based information moving into all levels of the game. This major problem has caused an epidemic of injuries especially wear and tear injuries in the throwing athlete. There are a high number of training methods that are not supported by the principles of biomechanics and are the causes of most of the injury. The mission of this podcast is to better educate the game on performance enhancement with a strong emphasis on health.

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Brent Pourciau

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