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Ask Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourcePerformance vs. Performative: A Critical Look at Modern Athletic TrainingIn the world of sports training, there's a growing trend that has caught the attention of experienced coaches Eric Johnson and Aeron Thigpen. Their podcast delves into the critical distinction between performance-based training and performative training that's increasingly prevalent on social media platforms.2025-06-1115 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceChasing Performance vs. DevelopmentChasing Performance vs. Development: A Guide for Athletes and ParentsIntroductionIn the world of sports, there's a critical distinction between chasing performance and pursuing development. Coaches EJ and Aaron dive deep into this crucial topic, offering insights that can transform an athlete's approach to their sport.2025-05-0519 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceReclassifying 8th Graders: A Critical Look at Athletic Development StrategiesIn a candid podcast discussion, coaches Eric Johnson and Aaron Thigpen dive deep into the controversial practice of reclassifying 8th-grade students, exploring the potential benefits and drawbacks of this increasingly common approach to athletic development.2025-04-1213 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceTraining Through the Season 2: Maintaining Athletic PerformanceAthletes often make a critical mistake during their competitive season: they stop training, believing their in-season performance is enough. Coaches Eric Johnson and Aaron Thigpen dive deep into why continuous training is essential for maintaining peak athletic performance.2025-03-1917 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHigh School Sports, Yes or No? A Strategic Guide for Young AthletesIn today's competitive sports landscape, the traditional path of playing high school sports is being increasingly questioned. Coaches EJ and Aaron dive deep into a critical discussion about whether young athletes should commit to high school sports or pursue alternative training strategies.2025-03-1020 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Game Inside the Game: Navigating Team Sports Politics and SetbacksIn the competitive world of team sports, athletes often face challenging moments that test their mental resilience. Coaches Aaron and EJ dive deep into the critical topic of handling team selection, rejection, and personal growth when sports politics come into play.2025-03-0521 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAthlete Ownership: Taking Control of Your Athletic JourneyIn the world of sports, success isn't just about talent—it's about ownership. Coaches EJ and Aaron dive deep into the critical concept of athlete ownership, exploring why taking responsibility for one's athletic career is the key to true success.2025-02-1116 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceDo You Really Believe?Do You Really Believe in Yourself? A Deep Dive into Athletic Self-Confidence
In this compelling podcast episode of "Ask Aaron and Ask EJ", Coaches EJ and Aaron explore a critical question facing modern athletes: Do you truly believe in yourself? Their discussion delves into the evolving landscape of athletic self-confidence and the challenges facing today's athletes.
Related podcast: Athlete Confidence :https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/JpdHOmE5jQb2025-01-2723 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat's in a Name? Debunking the Myth of "Elite" in Youth SportsIn the world of youth sports, terms like "elite," "special," and "select" have become ubiquitous marketing buzzwords. But what do these labels truly mean? Coaches EJ and Aaron dive deep into the overuse and misrepresentation of these terms in their podcast "Champions are Built2025-01-1211 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhy Athletes Are Choosing the Transfer Portal?In the ever-evolving landscape of collegiate athletics, the transfer portal has become a hot-button topic. Coaches EJ and Aaron break down the complex reasons why student-athletes are increasingly choosing to change schools, revealing insights into the modern sports ecosystem.2024-12-2722 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAre You Doing the Right Thing? A Guide to Creating a Positive Athletic Environment
In this insightful podcast discussion, Coaches EJ and Aaron dive deep into the critical aspects of creating the right environment for athletes. Their conversation explores how various factors contribute to an athlete's success and personal development.
2024-11-1820 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Timeline for Becoming a D1 AthleteThe journey to becoming a Division 1 (D1) collegiate athlete begins much earlier than many realize. Coaches Eric Johnson and Aaron Thigpen discuss the crucial timeline and benchmarks that aspiring student-athletes should focus on, starting as early as 5th or 6th grade.2024-10-1332 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceFinding Your GuruIn this episode, Coaches EJ and Aaron discuss the concept of the "guru" in the fitness and training industry. They share insights on how to identify legitimate experts versus those who may be more focused on popularity and marketing than actual results.2024-09-2925 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Real Cost of Training: Balancing Time, Money, and ExpectationsNavigating the Demands of Youth Sports
In the world of youth athletics, it's easy for parents to find themselves caught up in a never-ending cycle of training, tournaments, and travel. The allure of the "next big thing" can lead families down a path of endless commitments, sacrificing time, money, and energy in pursuit of athletic success. However, as Coaches EJ and Aaron discuss, it's crucial to take a step back and evaluate the real cost of this intense training regimen.2024-09-1417 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceReason For Every SeasonIn this episode of the "Champions are Built" podcast, hosts Coach EJ and Coach Aaron discuss the importance of having a "Reason for Every Season" when planning an athlete's annual calendar. They provide insights on navigating the complex youth sports landscape, avoiding overspecialization, and developing well-rounded athletes.2024-09-0922 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSelf Sabotage - Hedging Your BetsIn this episode, hosts Coach EJ and Coach Aaron discuss the common pitfalls that can slow down an athlete's development, including the tendency to chase "magic beans" (quick fixes), having too many cooks in the kitchen (too many conflicting voices), and not being "all in" on their chosen path. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness, defining a clear development process, and maintaining discipline and consistency.2024-08-2624 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceExcessive Celebrations & Youth SportsIn this episode, hosts Coach EJ the Brand and Coach Aaron the Source discuss the growing trend of excessive celebrations in sports and how it is impacting the essence of the games. They explore potential reasons behind this phenomenon, including the influence of social media, the commercialization of sports, and the changing attitudes of younger generations. The hosts also delve into the broader issue of sports becoming more about entertainment than the pure love of the game.2024-08-1819 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Gamification of TrainingThe Dangers of Gamifying Athletic TrainingPrioritizing Numbers Over Substance in Youth Sports
In the world of youth sports, there has been a concerning trend towards the "gamification" of training, where the focus has shifted from developing well-rounded athletes to chasing arbitrary numbers and statistics. This shift, as discussed by coaches Eric Johnson and Aaron Thigpen, is having a detrimental effect on the competitive spirit and long-term development of young athletes.2024-07-0816 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceExposure or Exposed🎙️ Ready to dive into the world of athlete exposure? 🌟 In our latest episode, Coach Ej and Coach Aaron unpack the importance of proper exposure for athletes.2024-05-2021 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAthlete ConfidenceIn this podcast episode of "Champions are Built," Coach EJ and Aaron discuss the importance of confidence in athletes, why some lack confidence, and how to nurture and develop confidence in players. They delve into the significance of creating an environment that fosters honest confidence, the role of communication in building confidence, and the impact of competition on an athlete's mindset. The conversation emphasizes the need for honest assessments, feedback that builds up rather than breaks down, and setting realistic expectations to help athletes thrive.2024-05-1224 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Evolution of Bay Area Baseball TrainingThe Changing Landscape of Performance Training
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reflect on the evolution of performance training over the past three decades. They note how the once-specialized and premium nature of this training has become increasingly commercialized and commonplace. This shift has led to a "mass mentality" where athletes and parents often treat performance training like a gym membership, lacking the necessary commitment and engagement for it to be truly effective.2024-05-0210 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceGreg Tella Interview- Youth Soccer Coach & Former Strength Coach for San Jose EarthquakesIn a recent podcast episode of "Champions Are Built," hosts Coach Eric Johnson (EJ) and Coach Aaron Thigpen had a thought-provoking conversation with Greg Tella, the President of Sports Social Network and former strength and conditioning coach for the San Jose Earthquakes. The discussion delved into various aspects of youth sports, the importance of competitiveness, and the challenges faced by young athletes in today's sports environment.2024-03-1846 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceYou Got Cut - "The B Side" In this podcast episode, Coach Eric Johnson and his co-host discuss the topic of being cut from a sports team and how athletes can turn this experience into an opportunity for growth and improvement. They share a story of a player who used being cut as motivation to work harder and eventually earn a scholarship. The hosts emphasize the importance of learning from being cut, reinventing oneself, using the time to improve skills, and developing a competitive mindset. They discuss the concept of earning opportunities in sports and the need for continuous improvement2024-03-0713 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceYou Made the Team "The A Side"In this podcast episode, Coach Eric Johnson and Aaron discuss what to do after making the baseball team and how to earn playing time. They emphasize the importance of hard work, mindset, and consistency throughout the season to secure a spot on the field. The conversation touches on topics such as understanding roles, making a good impression, staying patient, and adding value to the team.2024-03-0716 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSeasonal Gut CheckAthletes, it's not just about mechanics, it's about inner reflection.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaron-thigpen/message2024-02-1023 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHow Young is Too Young?🤔👶Is there a perfect age to start training young athletes? Coaches EricJohnson & Aaron Thigpen share perspectives on physical and cognitive development and when kids can comprehend and handle sports training. #YouthSports #Development #AthleteTraining"2023-12-1720 min
Ask Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceJunior Varsity - What are Your Chances for CollegeStuck in JV purgatory? What are your chances and what can you do to be a viable college prospect. Erik Johnson and Aaron Thigpen provide some advice and counsel to athletes and parents. You are listening to The Brand and The Source 2022-02-0513 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHandling Pressure- VideoHow do athletes handle pressure? Where does it come from? Is it just a matter of perspective? Let's talk about it. Erik Johnson & Aaron Thigpen The Brand and The Source2022-01-2415 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAn Athletes Daily Schedule- Its All In A Days WorkListener question - What should the typical day look like for a aspiring D1 athlete?2021-10-0313 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceUSA Elite- How to Be A Top 36 PlayerDo you have the right stuff? What does it take to be a top USA prospect. 2021-09-1814 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat Parents Should Know: 12yr Old Athletes12yrs old crucial but not critical. Survey the sports landscape and prepare to make the right decisions. 2021-09-1213 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceManaging Your WeaknessesHandling weaknesses, athlete intensity, engagement, intent and even "copious notes" this episode has it all. 2021-09-0516 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHey Freshman Are your Ready?Hey freshman are your ready for High School sports?2021-08-2917 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceExecution & EffortTraining for purpose not reps. Instead of counting, make it count. 2021-08-1307 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceRegaining Your Competitive SpiritWith the backdrop of covid19 and all that it has entailed, how can athletes regain and maintain their competitive spirit this late in the summer. 2021-08-0813 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceNIL & When To Turn Pro?The landscape of prep sports is changing, is it for the better?2021-08-0122 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceOn The Road- Play, Rest, FunGet the most out of your travel season without compromising performance.2021-07-2415 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHome Training: 5 Personal Qualities That Lead to Athletic SuccessBuilding a champion starts at home2021-07-1615 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSummer BurnoutWere halfway through the summer and were seeing signs of burnout already. What can you do to finish strong. 2021-07-1013 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceIs Junior College A Viable Choice?
Is Junior College a Viable Choice for Student-Athletes?Exploring the Benefits of the Junior College Pathway
As the world of collegiate athletics continues to evolve, the question of whether junior college is a viable choice for student-athletes has become increasingly relevant. In this article, we delve into the insights shared by Coach EJ the Brand and Coach Aaron the Source, who provide a compelling case for why junior college can be an excellent option for aspiring collegiate athletes.
2021-06-2711 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceCan You Put The Fight In The Dog?Is grit, competitiveness innate or can it be instilled in our athletes. 2021-06-2015 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHow To Handle InjuryWhat do you do when your hurt? Handling an injury starts with good communication.2021-06-0612 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Awkward AthleteIs your athlete moving like a baby giraffe, Bambi? When growth spurts and athleticism don't mix. 2021-05-3019 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAre You All In? #2The transient nature of moving from coach to coach, trainer to trainer, team to team doesn't serve you well. Give things time and commit to the process. 2021-05-1511 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceToo Many Cooks....Coaches, parents, trainers...How can an athlete properly navigate all the "well meaning" voices in his athletic life? Can they spoil the mental makeup?
2021-05-0912 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceArm CareWith the return to play and the rush to perform, many athletes are experiencing arm problems. 2021-05-0313 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSigns of OvertrainingIn a rush to get back to competition many athletes are experiencing the effects of overtraining. 2021-04-2310 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceConcentration & FocusAfter being of for a year how do athletes gather and maintain focus and concentration?2021-04-1809 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourcePractice is not a substitute for TrainingParents and athletes make the mistake of interchanging one for the other. As a result, eighty percent of most high school scholarship athletes are not ready for college workouts. 2021-04-1009 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat's Your Practice Mentality?Do you have the proper approach to your day to day practice.2021-04-0409 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAvoid Return To Play InjuriesAfter a long lay off due to covid19, athletes are returning to competition. They need to keep in mind the risks involved. 2021-03-2814 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceIs Your Athlete Mentally Responsive?Does your athlete have the mental agility to be a successful athlete. 2021-03-2011 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceDealing with FrustrationHow can athletes handle frustration. 2021-03-1306 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceTime To Play- What Are Your Expectations?Time to return to play. Things are opening up? What type of performance do you expect? Ready for the good and the bad? 2021-03-0608 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAre You Really, All In?Being All In, What it Really Means.2021-02-2812 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhere Should Parents Get their Information?How can parents source out reliable information, from organizations, coaches, teams, to bleacher gossip. 2021-02-2110 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat You Should Know About "Showcasing"What is "showcasing"? Some important things to know before attending one. In our Area? Check out our Showcase Prep class: https://conta.cc/3b2T8fZ2021-02-1414 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceInterview- Robert Stephenson Major League PitcherWe speak with a homegrown bay area athlete Robert Stephenson of the Colorado Rockies.2021-02-0716 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceTravel Team Differences- What's Important?We discuss the differences you may find in travel teams. What's important to you? 2021-02-0113 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhich is Better? To Practice or to Train?Limited time, resources, dealing with Covid, how should athletes spend their time? practicing or training?2021-01-2309 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceMaking Your Workouts FunWhat can you do to make your daily routine fun?2021-01-1710 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceShould You Have A Training Partner?Be selective if you choose a training partner. There are different types of compatibility.2021-01-1008 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceOur Top 3 Pieces of Equipment for the Covid Training AthleteLocked down, shutdown, whatever your situation. Here's each of out top three picks for equipment an athlete should purchase. 2021-01-0213 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSize versus SpeedWhat's more important? Size or Speed? 2020-12-2708 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAre You Hiring A Problem Solver or A Game ChangerShort term fix or long term development?2020-12-2108 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Evolution of InstructionLike any other good relationship the one with your coach/trainer should evolve. 2020-12-1213 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe First Conversation; How To Speak To A College Coach or RecruiterWhat do you say when you run into a recruiter. You don't need the big sell. They are people just like everyone else. 2020-12-0608 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAre You Sending Your Coach The Wrong Message - The importance of CommunicationWhat you say or even don't say can color your coaches perception of you and effect your training and opportunities.2020-11-2912 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceGetting Highschool Ready- Building A Middle school AthleteIt doesn't take hardcore training but you should have a plan in place if you want to play high school sports. 2020-11-2318 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Debate- Private or Group TrainingWe discuss the pros and cons of private and group training. What's best for your athlete?2020-11-1416 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat Are Your Limiting Factors?- An Athletes Self AssessmentThere are many reasons why an athlete may not reach their potential. Some are under your control. Lets discuss them. 2020-11-0828 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceBridging Practice & Performance -Lets explore how to make the transition from perfect practice to perfect play. 2020-10-3111 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceA Proper Athletic Foundation Is Key To Achieving Sport Skills Athleticism allows athletes to achieve and perform higher levels of in sport skills. Set a foundation of general functional fitness, then basic athleticism and watch the skillset grow. Our first FB Live podcast.2020-10-2733 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHandling FailureFailure is a part of sports. How do you handle it?2020-10-1812 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceYour Kids Got Little league Arm, Whose Fault is It?Knowledge , Communication and Awareness can reduce the risk of injury.2020-10-1120 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceShould Young Athletes Emulate the Pro's?Is it a good thing for our young athletes to copy the professionals. Well yes and No.2020-10-0410 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Covid Athlete Nine Months LaterIts 9 months into the year. What adjustments can the Covid restricted athlete make to be game ready.2020-09-2709 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhat Does The Baseball Body Look Like?Passing the eye test, more than just a look. Having a body that works is more important than just looking the part. 2020-09-2010 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Four C's To Being A ChampionWe chat about four common denominators of champions. They all just happen to begin with the letter C.2020-09-1417 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source"Hit & Run": Common flaws of Hitting & Running
We discuss some of the most common flaws we observe in athletes hitting and running.2020-09-0629 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceCollege Dreams - When Is It Too Late?We discuss what it takes to pursue your college athletic dreams. When is it too late and what you need to do give yourself the best shot. 2020-08-3010 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHow Do You Train A Youth Athlete? What's The Process?Who? What? Where? When? How? We talk about taking a holistic or overview approach to developing young athletes.2020-08-2312 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceThe Power of IntentIntent, approach your work with the proper intent and you can make any program work for you. Its not magic, its not talent, its a decision, well within every athletes ability. A mindset with the proper intent can only be successful. 2020-08-1509 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceIs It Worth It? Competing During CovidCovid's not going away anytime soon. So Is it Worth playing games during the pandemic? Who should? Who Shouldn't? What are the cost? We sit down and "do the math". A brief discussion on both sides of the issue. 2020-08-0909 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceVelocity in Hitting It's Importance, Effects & Proper MeasurementVelocity is crucial to be competitive at the plate. We explore its importance.2020-08-0109 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceAthletes & Social Media Beyond The Highlights, Effective Strategies for RecruitmentWhat's the most effective way to use social media platforms for recruitment. We take a look and provide some simple strategies. 2020-07-2610 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceCovid19 & The High school Athlete Before & AfterCovid19 is here, how does the high school athlete navigate the pandemic. 2020-07-1923 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHigh school versus Club Ball The Debate ContinuesWe explore which is better, club, or school? 2020-07-1911 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHow to Choose A Travel ClubHow to pick the right organization for your athlete. 2020-07-1923 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source3 Most Important Skills for Middle School Baseball AthletesWhat skills should take priority to make sure your athlete is on the right trajectory for success.2020-07-1922 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceHITTINGS KINETIC CHAINListen to an insightful conversation on developing today's baseball hitters from your hosts Erik Johnson and Aaron Thigpen.2020-07-1920 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceWhy Kids Don't Run WellThe importance of running and how this foundational athletic skill affects baseball playing performance. 2020-07-1915 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceCovid19 & The Athlete 7 Weeks LaterHow are athletes handling the new normal in the covid19 environment. Are they ready for what comes next?2020-07-1913 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSoftball Instructor Hailey BreakwellHardball Athletics newest addition. Hailey is a former college coach (Wichita State) and shortstop for the New Zealand national team. She will be providing instructional services in fielding and hitting to softball athletes.2020-07-1910 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source3 Weeks To Fitness Back To CompetitionSome advice on how to properly get ready for the coming summer season. Especially if you have not prepared.2020-07-1911 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourcePlanning For Success: The FormulaWhat is the formula for success? It's simpler than you think, Take a listen.2020-07-1913 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceSimulating CompetitionWith the possibility of games and tournaments up in the air, how can athletes stay sharp .2020-07-1916 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceBeware The Man Selling Magic Beans - Gadgets, Gimmicks and Your MoneyBeware The Man Selling Magic Beans - Gadgets, Gimmicks and Your Money
If you want it there's somebody willing to sell it. Hard earned money can easily be spent on the "golden goose" or you can end up with a "goose egg". Be a discerning consumer in today's age of latest and greatest gadgets and programs2020-07-1919 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceNavigating Exposure, Development & ShowcasingAnswers how parents may go about helping their athletes go through the "being seen" process.2020-07-1917 minAsk Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The SourceMeet Joe Mello Instructor- A Holistic Approach to Pitching & ThrowingJoe is one of the pitching instructors at Gamespeed Sports. He takes a common sense approach to teaching athletes how to throw and pitch, emphasizing proper mechanics, a solid foundation, and proper pre & post throwing practices. 2020-07-1911 min