Tincher Pitching - Southern VA | Elise's Pitchers

PITCHING EXCELLENCE IN SOUTHERN VIRGINIA

TRAIN LIKE A CHAMPION

At Tincher Pitching - Southern VA, we train athletes as people first, pitchers second.

Former D1 Pitcher

16 Years

Tincher Pitching Experience

50+

Athletes Trained

11+

College Athletes

SCIENCE MEETS EXPERIENCE

Experience a Different Kind of Pitching Coach

What happens when you combine a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy with 16 years in the Tincher Pitching organization and a Division I playing career? You get an approach that treats pitching as what it truly is a complex human occupation influenced by arm health, movement quality, mental resilience, lifestyle habits, and personal identity. Elise brings a unique perspective shaped by personal experience, including overcoming a career-altering shoulder injury to earn two Top-20 wins her senior season while throwing the slowest velocity of her college career. That journey reinforced a core belief: success is not defined by velocity alone, but by movement efficiency, adaptability, and mental toughness.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

The Tincher Pitching -
SOVA Advantage

Our approach goes beyond traditional pitching instruction. We combine evidence-based sports science with individualized coaching to develop complete athletes who understand the "why" behind every movement and decision.

Evidence-Based Training

Grounded in biomechanics, motor learning, and current sports science, every athlete receives individualized instruction backed by a Doctor of Occupational Therapy's expertise in movement.

Certified Tincher Instruction

16 years of involvement in the Tincher Pitching organization, including training under founder Denny Tincher from age 13 through college graduation and earning instructor certification.

Individualized Approach

No two bodies or pitchers are the same. Direct, demanding, and honest coaching that teaches athletes to think independently and adapt to any competitive situation.

Rehabbing an injury or need flexibility with expert advice?

I have two virtual options you can choose from. Any new client despite their needs will fill out the onboarding call sheet.

Check out the steps below:

Fill out the onboarding call sheet. This is for all clients to begin their journey (ie in person kids or virtual).
Schedule time for virtual onboarding call and submit pitching video.
Meet with Elise via call and she will discuss your needs and direct you to what training style would fit your schedule best.

Choose your path at the end of the meeting:

Fully Remote ($130 a month):

Weekly video analysis on your time and custom drills
Receive weekly feedback via Coach IQ app on your own time.

Pitching Mentorship ($250 a month):

Customizable to your needs!
Daily messaging access
Unlimited video analysis and practice video review
Personalized pre-hab exercises from an occupational therapist and former D1 athlete
Monthly one-on-one video call
Access to virtual videos of drills
Practice planning/goal setting

SUCCESS STORIES

What Parents & Athletes Say

From youth athletes discovering their potential to college-bound pitchers refining their craft, our athletes develop the skills, confidence, and mental toughness to compete at the highest levels.

"My daughter first came to see Elise when she was 6.5 years old. Elise was so patient with her even when she absolutely refused to accept change and cried half the lesson. Moving forward, we found out that my daughter suffers with selective mutism. Elise used her skills as not only a pitching instructor but also OT and helped us navigate. This past fall, Addy had her opportunity on the pitching mound and was very successful at 8 years old playing against kids 2 years older than her. We know that none of this would have been possible if we hadn't started her pitching journey with Elise. Elise has never once focused on how fast she pitches the ball, learning new pitches, or rushing the process. Instead, she focuses on the technique and making sure that she is working with her body instead of against it and that it is still fun for her and not something she is forced to do. It is easy to see that Elise puts her heart and all of her students best interests first. She pushes her students to be the best version of themselves that they can be."

- Daphene Jolynn Pennell

"My daughter, Jil Livengood, always wanted a female pitching coach that played the game at the D1 level. We were advised by NCAA POY, Lacey Waldrop, to get as many eyes on Jil because every pitching coach will find something different to focus on. And she was correct! Some coaches focus on analytics, grips, leg drive, strong front side and softball pitching IQ. Elise was our Tincher Instructor the last couple years of HS that brought a lil more, developing a positive mindset that took her pitching to another level. Jil would not have been recruited by numerous Power 4 schools without Elise in her corner keeping pitching light and letting her just throw into that tarp! Dr Elise as we call her, is a lil bit of all her coaches she saw over the years, but being a female, former D1 pitcher who played the game and uses her occupational therapy background is unprecedented. Only wish she could have followed her to UNC!!!"

- Joel Livengood

"Elise has truly helped me not only become a better pitcher but a better person overall. I love her teaching style and the way she works with each student differently in order for them to meet their full potential. Her unwavering support, great personality, and obviously her knowledge about the craft of pitching is something I'm so grateful for and I'm truly blessed that God allowed our paths to cross!"

- Madison Jones

Friendly but focused instructor. I've seen incredible progress in my daughter in the short time we've been with Tincher!

- Michael Snodgrass

READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR GAME?

START YOUR PITCHING JOURNEY TODAY!

Whether you're a youth athlete just beginning or a high school pitcher preparing for the next level, Tincher Pitching - Southern VA provides the individualized, evidence-based instruction you need to reach your full potential.