Why High School Baseball Parent Steve Kaplowitz Swears by the sportFX App for Performance Improvement

My son started playing T-Ball when he was four years old, and now he is preparing for freshman high school baseball.

Over the past 10 years, I have watched him develop as a ballplayer, both at the plate and as a fielder. His growth required investments in time and money. In fact, baseball training facilities, lessons, good equipment, and tournament teams can cost families thousands of dollars each year.

When I heard about sportFX, a computer vision company, I was curious. SportFX allows you to record video of pitching, throwing, and hitting right in its app, and then provides key stats, coaching suggestions, and comparative data.

Winston, sportFX’s built-in data translator, explains how the player moved and what those movements mean in language players, coaches, and parents can understand. You learn in seconds whether the player is improving — and what they need to do to continue improving.

Here's a look at an analysis of an advanced player:

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I had to try it. I had sportFX installed within minutes and followed the capture instructions to record his swing. When I received the breakdown, the metrics were so detailed, they reminded me of Baseball Savant analytics, which break down the swings of Major League Baseball players.

Winston translated the raw biomechanical data into easy-to-follow advice and drills tailored to my son’s skill level. You can even ask Winston follow-up questions and get immediate answers!

I wanted more. I was happy to see that the monthly subscription fee of $15.99 is about a quarter of the cost of a one-hour lesson.

sportFX is invaluable for players who just want to get better on their own AND for those who are juggling teams, private practices, and specialized camps. It allows you to better focus your practice time, and no matter what level you are, your personal practice time matters.

It's been a great asset for my son, and I encourage all parents, grandparents, and coaches to consider how it might benefit their athletes. Although baseball is the first sport that is available on the app, golf will launch soon, and more sports will be added after that.

Learn more at sportfx.ai, and download the app wherever you get your apps.