The Tread Podcast
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From D2 To 97 MPH Cutters And Pitching In The WBC | Alan Carter
Episode Notes
Alan Carter dives into the subtle nuances between pitching at 97mph vs 100mph. Listen as he shares insights on optimizing his delivery for efficiency, fluidity, and timing. Discover the stark contrast between the adrenaline rush in a bullpen session versus a live game. Alan also recounts his compelling journey from high school through college and his pivotal decision to transfer to Lee University. He discussed his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, as he researched and experimented with techniques to boost his pitch velocity.
0:00 Introduction 1:56 Alan Carter's Background 18:35 Started working with tread 19:20 Pro Day 22:20 Signed with the Los Angeles Angels 26:05 Splitter 33:44 Playing for Team China in World Baseball Classic 2023 40:50 Goals for this year 2023 43:21 Division 2 Baseball 56:32 Motivation for Baseball 59:40 Be Yourself 1:02:50 The journey starts now