In this episode of Coach’s Corner, Coach Beede sits down with University of South Carolina Pitching Coach Terry Rooney to break down what truly separates elite pitchers from the rest — and why so many young arms are focused on the wrong things.

With nearly three decades of Division I experience, Coach Rooney shares a powerful framework for pitcher development built around three buckets:

Body. Ball. How to Win.

Inside this conversation:

The recruiting difference between “Over the Rubber” vs. “Over the Plate”

Why projection, athleticism, and arm action matter more than early velocity

The development progression: Flat Ground → Pen → Game

Why nothing replaces throwing volume and conditioning the arm

How to make real in-game adjustments (Physical, Mental, or Tempo)

Why breath control and heart rate management are performance separators

The truth about confidence — and why it’s the most important tool a coach can instill

Coach Rooney challenges early specialization, encourages athletes to stay athletic, and reinforces that winning comes down to controlling moments — one pitch at a time.

If you're serious about pitching development, recruiting realities, and building durable arms the right way, this episode is a must-listen.

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