COACH ZAKI’S ADVICE #1:
As a coach, the biggest thing I tell pitchers who want to get scouted is this: consistency is your greatest teammate. Scouts notice when you show up prepared, focused, and willing to grind through the details. Velocity matters, but your work ethic, your body language, and your ability to repeat your delivery matter even more. If you can command the zone, compete every pitch, and show consistent improvement, scouts will see you. They aren’t just looking for talent—they’re looking for players who know how to work, lead, and handle adversity with maturity and confidence.
When pitchers ask me how to get scouted, I always start with mechanics and mindset. Clean, repeatable mechanics catch a scout’s eye immediately, but so does poise. Scouts are evaluating how you respond after a missed pitch, a bad inning, or pressure situations. Show them you can slow the game down. Show them you understand pitch sequences and can attack hitters with a plan. Don’t try to be flashy—be efficient. The more you control your approach, the more you stand out. Pitchers who can think the game, stay composed, and compete with intent always rise above the rest.
If you want to get scouted, you must prepare like every outing is an opportunity. I tell pitchers of all ages the same thing: your habits reveal who you are long before your stats do. Scouts pay attention to your warmups, your body language, how you treat teammates, and how you handle coaching. They want athletes with discipline, accountability, and character. Throwing hard is great, but being a reliable competitor is even better. Focus on improving a little each day, take care of your body, and show genuine passion for the game. When you do that, scouts always notice.