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Austin McAlester

Pitching Coach

The Pitching Lab

Austin McAlester in a Lab cap and shirt in front of The Lab’s video wall

Playing experience

  • Professional Baseball Pitcher in the Mavericks Independent Baseball League.
  • El Camino College Played both pitcher and catcher at El Camino College in Torrance, CA.
  • Cathedral Catholic High School Member of the 2017 CIF Open Division Championship Team in San Diego.
  • Tommy John Comeback Successfully returned from Tommy John surgery to throw a fastball in the low 90s.

Coaching experience

  • Pitching & Velocity Development 3 years of experience developing pitchers and position players, focusing on throwing velocity, mechanics, and arm strength.
  • TrackMan Specialist Uses advanced technology to analyze pitch velocity, spin rate, release characteristics, and pitch movement.
  • Pitch Design & Development Implements data-driven training to improve pitch effectiveness, command, and overall performance.
  • Arm Care & Injury Prevention Incorporates arm health, throwing progressions, and recovery strategies into player development.
  • Performance Training Combines firsthand professional playing experience, advanced analytics, and individualized instruction to help athletes maximize their potential.

Technology

  • VALD ForceDecks
  • OVR Gates
  • SHREDmill
  • Grip
  • Run Rocket
  • Keiser equipment