mike maroth baseball
 
 

professional pitching instruction

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about mike maroth

Mike Maroth is a former MLB pitcher whose career spanned 13 professional seasons. Drafted out of UCF by the Boston Red Sox in the 3rd round of the 1998 draft, Mike made his Major League debut in 2002. He went on to pitch in the Major Leagues for the Detroit Tigers and St. Louis Cardinals where he started 150 games amassing nearly 1,000 innings.

Maroth is a 2x Roberto Clemente Award nominee (Detroit Tigers, 2005 and 2006). This distinguished honor annually recognizes one player from each MLB club who displays outstanding skills on the field as well as devoted work in their community.

Mike retired in January 2011 after battling injuries that required three separate surgeries. Shortly after, he joined the DETROIT TIGERS as Pitching Coach for the Florida State League Flying Tigers and then the AAA Toledo Mud Hens. In 2015, he joined the ATLANTA BRAVES and spent the next 7 years as a Pitching Rehab Coordinator and a Pitching Coach, mostly recently with the AAA Gwinnett Stripers in 2022. Mike has coached many of talented young pitchers currently on the Atlanta Braves pitching staff.

 
 
 


Instructional Overview

 

With 24 years professional baseball experience, Mike provides unique, valuable insights to what young pitchers need to compete. His approach balances aggressive development with injury protection strategies to both promote and protect the pitcher’s future.

Drawing from his playing experience and coaching career, Mike delivers a unique perspective and skill set that equips his clients with a distinct, competitive advantage. He focuses on teaching young pitchers a three faceted approach that positively impacts their long term success.

DIRECTION. DEVELOPMENT. DISCIPLINE.

 
 
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DIRECTION.

 
 
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DEVELOPMENT.

 
 
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discipline.

 

TAILORED pitching instruction

There is no one size fits all when it comes to pitching. Pitchers have a wide range of styles which are unique to each individual. However, there are many commonalities between all deliveries which allow pitchers to have success on the mound. Flaws or inconsistencies in mechanics prevent pitchers from being their best on the mound while a simple, repeatable delivery creates consistency and success. The goal is to find the most effective delivery without dissolving the unique delivery style.

both individual and group/team pitching instruction are available!

instruction is held in winter garden & apopka

individual instruction-

30 minute session- $60

60 minute session- $100

group/team instruction-

90 minute session- $170

120 minute session- $220


Rookie

age 7-10

  • Beginner skill level

  • 30 minute private session

  • Ideal for younger players who display an eagerness + commitment to pitching.

  • Developmental Focus

    • Proper Basic Mechanics

    • Consistent Command of Basic Pitches

    • Fundamental Delivery Consistency

    • Emphasizes Accuracy over Velocity

    • Using Mistakes as Learning Opportunity

    • Mindful Approach for Younger Players

    • Love + Passion for The Game

Youth

age 12 and under

  • Intermediate skill level

  • 30 minute private session

  • Ideal for players with moderate experience looking to improve their development.

  • Developmental Focus:

    • Consistent, Healthy Mechanics

    • Learn + Develop Off Speed Pitches

    • Improve Safe, Effective Mound Delivery

    • Increase Velocity Where Necessary

    • Strengthen Mound Confidence

    • Between Game Throwing Program

    • Value + Practice Mental Strength

ELITE

age 13 and up

  • Advanced skill level

  • 60 minute private session

  • Ideal for experienced pitchers with desire to compete at high school or collegiate level.

  • Developmental Focus:

    • Mechanical Mastery

    • Command Full Repertoire of Pitches

    • Master Consistent, Effective Delivery

    • Increase Velocity + Arm Speed

    • Recognize + Make In-Game Adjustments

    • Injury Prevention

    • Master Cogent Mental Strength

camps and clinics

Please check back for future camps and clinics!!!