Professional-grade coaching and equipment built by a USC All-American, Cape Cod Hall of Famer, and 20+ year coaching veteran.
USC All-AmericanCape Cod HOFNew York Yankees20+ Yrs Coaching
Background
Elite Credentials. Real Experience.
Coached by Rik Currier — USC All-American, Cape Cod Hall of Famer, and 20+ year coaching veteran.
1998–2001
3× All-American
USC Trojans
1998
College World Series Champion
USC Trojans
2000
Pac-10 Pitcher of the Year
USC Trojans
2000
USC Career Strikeout Record Holder
USC Trojans
1999
Cape Cod Pitcher of the Year
Cape Cod League
2006
Hall of Fame Inductee
Cape Cod League
2001–2009
Professional Player
New York Yankees Draft Pick
The Method
Two principles. One complete system.
Principle 01
Efficient Weight Transfer
Distribute power from your back leg to your front leg as efficiently as possible. This is the foundation of elite throwing and pitching mechanics.
Principle 02
Repeatable Motion
Consistency creates success. Through purposeful drills, we build a motion that repeats pitch after pitch, at bat after at bat.
Coaching Philosophy
Most parents and coaches don't realize how foundational throwing mechanics are to pitching. We fix that first — then build everything else on top of it. Good throwing mechanics transfer directly to the mound. Bad ones do too.
It all starts with playing catch. How properly you play catch determines how well you're going to pitch. My approach begins with an assessment, then we work through targeted drills. At the end of every session, I give players two specific things to focus on and master before we meet again.
A huge benefit players don't expect: arm health. Because we teach athletes to use their whole body instead of just their arm, we dramatically reduce arm stress, aches, and injury risk.
Playing catch is foundational to every great pitcher
Same foundation for all ages — drills evolve as they grow
Long-term development over short-term wins
Two focus points per session — simple, repeatable, effective
Product Demo
See it in action.
The Stride Guide & The Yoke — Product Overview
Watch how The Stride Guide and The Yoke work together as a complete system.
Products
Built around the method.
Lower Half Training
The Stride Guide — The Pro
$32.99
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Teaches efficient weight transfer from back leg to front leg. Step to your target with precision every time.
Lower Half Training
The Stride Guide — Salty Vet
$36.99
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Built for experienced players who train hard every day. Same mechanics training — built tougher.
Coming Soon
Upper Half Training
The Yoke
$67.00
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Connects upper and lower half for total body power transfer toward the target.
Results
What parents say.
The Stride Guide
"Been loving it. Super helpful. Really helping Luke stay closed vs flying open and pushing with his arm. Once he started keeping his foot straight at the target his whole body started rotating — turned his arm into a whip and found instant velocity."
Adam — Parent of Luke
"One of our biggest challenges is to get our kids to step towards their target when throwing. We tried everything... but with the help of Rik and the Stride Guide, all of our kids have improved their mechanics, accuracy and power. The Stride Guide is a game changer."
Dr. John Pecora — Sports Medicine Specialist
"I've seen vast improvements in my son's throwing mechanics in both baseball and football since using the Stride Guide. He makes corrections on his own and sees the results when he steps properly."
Joey Gibellino — Parent
"The Stride Guide has been perfect for my boys! Having it as a constant reminder has helped them focus on their stride and improve their throwing and pitching independently."
Mike Strazzeri — Parent
Coaching Lessons
"Laird was Perfect Game MVP Pitcher last weekend. You are a big part of his development. Thank you."
Parent of Laird — Perfect Game MVP Pitcher
"He's pitching in 1 game a week — 45-60 pitches. 5 Ks, 3 walks, 2 hits, no runs. His curve is getting better too. He owes a ton of it to you."
Parent — Coaching Client
Coaching
Work with a pro.
Individual Lesson
One-on-one coaching focused on throwing mechanics first — then transferring that foundation to the mound.
30 min: $6060 min: $120Ages: 8–14 focus
Group & Team Lessons
For group or team coaching, please email us to discuss your needs, team size, and scheduling.
A one-of-a-kind training aid that teaches athletes to step toward their target — building the efficient weight transfer that powers elite pitching and throwing.
Lower Half · Stride Guide
The Salty Vet
$36.99
✓ Free Shipping
Built for experienced players who demand durability. Same efficient weight transfer training — constructed tougher for heavy daily training loads.
Coming Soon
Upper Half Training
The Yoke
$67.00
✓ Free Shipping
Connects upper and lower half for total body power transfer toward the target.
FREE SHIPPING
On all orders. Standard delivery 3–5 business days.
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30-day hassle-free returns on unused items.
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Coaching
Book a lesson with Rik Currier.
Work directly with a USC All-American and Cape Cod Hall of Famer. We start with throwing mechanics — then transfer that foundation to the mound.
Scheduling & Cancellation Policy:
• Lessons must be booked by noon that same day
• Cancellations require 48 hours notice or payment is forfeited
• Please select the next available time slot to avoid gaps in the schedule
• For group or team lessons, email rik@thehurler.com
Individual Lesson
One-on-one coaching tailored to your mechanics. Two focus points per session to work on between lessons.
30 min: $6060 min: $120Ages: 8–14 focusPayment: At session or online
Group & Team Lessons
For group or team coaching sessions, please reach out directly to discuss your needs, team size, and available times.
