More Than Velocity

Ryan Cullen isn't just another talented young baseball player. At just 14 years old, he's already built a process that's better than that of many professional athletes—centered on measuring arm health, managing fatigue, preparing intentionally, and taking ownership of his development.

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, Ryan Croton sits down with Ryan and his father, Lance, to discuss their journey after an ear...

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we answer some of the most common questions parents, coaches, and players have about using ArmCare correctly.

We cover:

• The best way to get started with ArmCare
• Common setup mistakes that hurt data quality
• How to balance ArmCare with weight room training
• What to do when an athlete’s arm feels fatigued
• When to modify training vs push through
• How recovery impacts strength,...

Most rehab programs get athletes out of pain… but not back to performance.

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, Dr. Craig Duggan breaks down what’s missing in traditional rehab—and how combining strength data, biomechanics, and load management changes everything.

From youth athletes to pros, this conversation dives into:

• Why “time-based rehab” isn’t enough
• The role of stren...

What actually drives pitching performance, and why are so many players still getting it wrong?

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we sit down with legendary pitching coach and biomechanics pioneer Tom House to break down the future of pitching development.

From his early work with elite athletes to today’s cutting-edge tools like Mustard and ArmCare, Tom and Weston Lombard of Mustard share how the game is evol...

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we sit down with pitching coach and facility owner Ryan Christensen to break down how real performance gains happen—beyond just collecting data.

Ryan shares his journey from high school coach to training under Tom House and the National Pitching Association, and how that foundation shaped the way he develops athletes today.

We dive into how he integrates ArmCare into a comple...

What if pitch counts aren’t actually telling you what matters? In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Dupic, pitching coach at Wartburg College, to break down how he’s built a modern, data-driven pitching program that prioritizes health, performance, and real-game transfer.

Kyle shares how he moved beyond traditional methods—like pitch counts and bullpen-heavy development—an...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with pro quarterback and coach Justin Arth to break down the crossover between football and baseball—specifically when it comes to arm care, throwing mechanics, and performance development.

We dive into:

• How arena football speeds up decision-making and development
• Why quarterbacks are starting to adopt arm care routines
• The truth about “natural arm strength” ...

Recovery has long been misunderstood in baseball—and the old playbook might be holding athletes back.

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we sit down with Tim Desmarais from Marc Pro to break down what real recovery looks like. From the science behind electrical muscle stimulation to the myths around ice, anti-inflammatories, and “more is better,” this conversation challenges conventional thinking.

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Most pitching programs still treat every athlete the same.

But pitchers aren’t the same.

In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we talk with Michael Richard, founder of Custom Pitch Academy and pitching coach at Northern High School in Maryland. Michael shares how his own experience with multiple elbow surgeries shaped his philosophy on pitching development—and why individualized training is the future.

We d...

What does it really take to build velocity without breaking down? In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, we sit down with the coach and founder of Healthy Velo, Scott Haase, to discuss the long game of arm health, development, and performance. Scott shares how he built a system centered on durability, data, and daily habits — not just chasing radar gun numbers.

We dive into:

• Why health must come before veloci...

Former MLB pitcher and 1996 #1 overall draft pick Kris Benson joins the More Velocity Podcast to share his journey—from Clemson standout and Olympic medalist to Major Leaguer and now high school coach and ArmCare advocate.

Benson discusses:

- How modern arm care could have changed his career

- The evolution of pitching strength and recovery from the 90s to now

- Why youth athletes need strength before velocity

- His philosoph...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan and Matt sit down with Tommy Vessella, head baseball coach at Hillsdale College. A former professional pitcher drafted in the 11th round by the Houston Astros, Vessella spent seven seasons in the minors with both the Astros and San Francisco Giants, reaching AAA with the Fresno Grizzlies before moving into coaching.

Now entering his fifth season leading Hillsdale, Vessella has guided th...

In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, hosts Ryan Croton and Jordan Oseguera talk with Steve Bumbry from The St. James, a world-class sports and performance facility.

In this conversation, they discuss Steve’s journey from pro baseball with the Baltimore Orioles to shaping the next generation of athletes. How The St. James uses cutting-edge technology—strength sensors, range of motion testing, and data-drive...

In this episode, we sit down with Northeastern Junior College Head Baseball Coach Andrew Kachel.

Recent notables include a 35-25 overall record, best in school history, and secured the 2025 Region IX Championship. Coach Kachel shares his journey from standout catcher to program-builder, recounting stops across the country and the mentors who shaped his path. We discuss how

ArmCare and Crossover Symmetry transformed NJC's approach t...

In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, we sit down with Blaine Jones, performance coach at Velocity Athlete Development in Canton, Georgia, and a rising leader in quarterback training.

Blaine shares how he’s integrating the ArmCare system—originally built for baseball—into his quarterback development programs with game-changing results. From NFL draft prep to high school combines, Blaine breaks down ho...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with Dan Cabuling—Director of Strength & Conditioning at KPI (Kinetic Performance Institute)—to break down the current state of softball training.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why many softball players are burning out or quitting before college?
• The myths about softball throwing and how it's “safe” because it’s underhanded.
• Common performance g...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with Texas A&M pitcher Myles Patton along with Jason Smith, the Director of Baseball Recruiting at the Ballengee Group, to discuss the journey of an elite pitcher and what it takes to maximize potential.

Myles shares how he developed his process, refined his training, and implemented ArmCare’s data-driven approach to optimize arm health, velocity, and performance. From na...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with pitching coach and ArmCare Elite member Lou Kolasky to discuss how to train pitchers smarter, prevent injuries, and maximize performance.

Lou, a National Pitching Association (NPA) coach in the Great Lakes region, has worked with some of the top pitchers in the state—helping them refine their mechanics and manage their workload and has developed an elite understanding of...

In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with veteran high school baseball coach Ryan Strickland to discuss how he’s transformed his program using ArmCare.

With nearly two decades of coaching experience in South Georgia, Ryan shares how he manages two-way players, optimizes pitching rotations, and keeps his athletes throwing harder, longer, and healthier.

Key topics covered:

• How ArmCare helps automate player wo...