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Best for in-game pitch tracking by coaches, parents, or players in the dugout. Tracks up to 40 pitches per sheet with velocity, pitch type, location, and a running count of strikes and total pitches.

How the sheet works

The sheet has four columns of 10 pitches. Work down the first column for pitches 1–10, then start at the top of the second column for pitches 11–20, and so on. The columns are a continuation — not four separate data streams. The numbers 1–40 in the margin confirm which pitch goes where.

For each pitch, record:

• Batter — name or number
• Count — balls-strikes when the pitch was thrown
• Runners — baserunner situation
• Velo — velocity from PocketRadar or similar
• Type — pitch type using standard abbreviations: FF, FT, CH, CB, SL, FC, FS, KN
• Result — use these notations:
  • X = swinging strike
  • / = called strike
  • F = foul ball
  • O = ball
  • Batted balls: record the result of the play
  • Wild pitches, passed balls, steals: note in the Result box

Reading the bottom section

Below each column, record Strikes / Total pitches for that column. At the end of the inning, three fields give you the complete picture:

• Entering inning — strikes/pitches accumulated before this inning
• This inning — strikes/pitches thrown in this inning (sum of your column subtotals)
• Total pitches — cumulative strikes/pitches through the end of this inning

Recorded by — note who filled out the sheet. Strike and ball judgment can vary between recorders, so it matters for later review.

Reviewing with the pitcher and catcher

At the bench between innings for in-game use — sit with the pitcher and catcher and review the sheet together. Then photograph it for your records and hand the paper copy to the player. They might have a further discussion themselves and can review it after the game, too.

Full background on how this sheet evolved through four versions: Coaching 201: Pitch-tracking sheet on Old Men Playing Baseball.

Best for practice bullpen sessions, tracked pitch-by-pitch with velocity, type, and location. Designed for 20 pitches — consistent with MLB PitchSmart guidelines for pitchers who need to throw the next day.

How the sheet works

Each pitch is numbered 1–20 so parent or player recorders stay in sequence. For each pitch, record:

• Type — pitch type: FF, FT, CH, CB, SL, FC, FS, KN
• Velocity — from PocketRadar or PitchLogic
• Location — mark with an X on the zone grid; for pitches with movement, draw a line showing the break. Mark location as it would be called in your games, not as the tracking system's strike zone. Rapsodo in particular uses a tighter algorithmic zone than most youth umpires call. Your sheet reflects reality.

Session notes and handoff

The bottom of the sheet has space for session notes. Record ball/strike ratios by pitch type and velocity range (outliers in parentheses). Add a coaching cue or summary observation. At the end of the session — or at the bench between innings for in-game use — sit with the pitcher and catcher and review the sheet together. Then photograph it for your records and hand the paper copy to the player. They walk away with a tangible record of the work; you have the photo alongside the electronic data.

Using with Rapsodo, PitchLogic and PocketRadar

The bullpen sheet was designed to complement these tools. PocketRadar gives you immediate velocity for the sheet; Rapsodo and PitchLogic capture spin, movement, and either release location or arm slot data separately. At the end of the session, photograph the sheet and have it for reference. This is the manual version of what DiamondMetrics does automatically.

The complete workflow — setup, timing, technology integration, and how to run a bullpen session: Coaching 301: Bullpen Tracking on Old Men Playing Baseball.