Connection™ Training Tools

Train Smarter. Move Better.

Welcome to the official home of Connection™, a premium line of athletic training tools developed to improve coordination, sequencing, and injury-resistant mechanics for athletes of all levels.

Whether you're building better arm action, refining full-body movement, or recovering from an injury, Connection™ products are trusted by top coaches and athletes across youth leagues, collegiate programs, and professional baseball. Each tool is rooted in the science of movement and designed to help athletes feel better motion—not force it.

Explore the Connection™ System

Connection™ Ball™

Synchronize your body and clean up mechanical inefficiencies with this innovative training tool. Perfect for enhancing coordination and movement efficiency.

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Connection™ Throwing Club™

Build arm path awareness and timing through feel. Designed to improve throwing mechanics and proprioception for athletes at all levels.

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Connection™ Ball™

Move as One. Perform Better.

The Connection™ Ball™ is a 12” inflatable, textured training ball that promotes total-body coordination and efficient mechanics. Designed to teach athletes how to move as one unified system, this tool is ideal for throwing, hitting, serving, and jumping.

Why It Works

The Connection™ Ball™ enhances coordination by encouraging athletes to feel and synchronize their movements as a single unit. Its unique design helps correct mechanical inefficiencies, making it a go-to tool for improving performance in sports like baseball, tennis, and volleyball.

Trusted by elite coaches and athletes, the Connection™ Ball™ is backed by science to help you move better, reduce injury risk, and unlock your full potential.

Why the Connection™ Ball™ Works

Based on Dynamic Systems Theory, the Connection™ Ball™ promotes:

Constraint-led Learning

Guides the body into better movement patterns for improved coordination and mechanics.

Differential Learning

Enhances adaptability through natural variability, helping athletes refine their movements.

Exploration

Encourages athletes to discover what efficient motion feels like, fostering intuitive performance.

TAP® Connection Ball™ is a 12" inflatable ball designed to enhance body awareness and movement efficiency for athletes of all levels
Image of an athlete using a TAP Connection Ball for sports training (finding an efficient arm action for throwing a baseball) . Learn about the benefits of this training tool for enhanced performance.
Garrett wolforth of the Texas Baseball Ranch throwing with the Connection Ball in the 1 position to prevent forearm flyout and alleviate stress on the medial elbow, UCL, or commonly known as the Tommy John
Justin Verlander using the TAP Connection Ball
Manny Ramirez using the TAP Connection Ball to keep his hands connected to his body as he goes to swing.
An athlete using the TAP® Connection Ball to enforce arm position being below the shoulder to alleviate stress on the shoulder and create a more efficient movement pattern.
An athlete grasps the TAP® Connection Ball in the glove side hand. The athlete has released the baseball, and the body has rotated to the glove side with the Connection Ball. The Connection Ball is on the athlete's cheek symbolizing efficient glove side patterns.
An athlete gripping the TAP® Connection Ball with the glove side hand to help the athlete feel what an efficient glove side movement pattern feels like.
TAP® Connection Ball™ is a 12" inflatable ball designed to enhance body awareness and movement efficiency for athletes of all levels
Image of an athlete using a TAP Connection Ball for sports training (finding an efficient arm action for throwing a baseball) . Learn about the benefits of this training tool for enhanced performance.
Garrett wolforth of the Texas Baseball Ranch throwing with the Connection Ball in the 1 position to prevent forearm flyout and alleviate stress on the medial elbow, UCL, or commonly known as the Tommy John
Justin Verlander using the TAP Connection Ball
Manny Ramirez using the TAP Connection Ball to keep his hands connected to his body as he goes to swing.
An athlete using the TAP® Connection Ball to enforce arm position being below the shoulder to alleviate stress on the shoulder and create a more efficient movement pattern.
An athlete grasps the TAP® Connection Ball in the glove side hand. The athlete has released the baseball, and the body has rotated to the glove side with the Connection Ball. The Connection Ball is on the athlete's cheek symbolizing efficient glove side patterns.
An athlete gripping the TAP® Connection Ball with the glove side hand to help the athlete feel what an efficient glove side movement pattern feels like.
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TAP® Connection™ Ball™

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SKU: MEB12
$8.95
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Connection™ Ball™ Features

Bright Yellow Color

Enhances visibility for effective training in any environment.

Textured Surface

Provides grip and sensory feedback for better control.

Adjustable 12" Size

Inflates up to 12" and easily adjustable for youth and adults.

Lightweight & Portable

Easy to carry and use anywhere, perfect for on-the-go training.

Connection™ Throwing Club™

Feel the Arm Path. Fix the Sequence.

The Connection™ Throwing Club™ is a wooden training implement designed to improve arm path, timing, and throwing mechanics by shifting the athlete's focus from thinking about mechanics to feeling efficient motion.

Originally developed by Ron Wolforth to correct inefficiencies in elite throwers, this tool has become a staple for improving trunk-arm timing, proprioception, and sequencing—without over-coaching.

Who It's For

Pitchers

Corrects mechanical flaws like forearm flyout, inverted W, or late arm action for improved throwing efficiency.

Fielders

Enhances arm slot awareness for more accurate and consistent throws.

Rehab Programs

Supports rebuilding healthy movement patterns for safe and effective recovery.

Athlete holding a red TAP Connector Throwing Club in the cocked position, preparing to throw. A product shot of the red club is in the bottom left corner.
Develop a connected & efficient throwing pattern with the TAP® Connector Throwing Club. Designed by Wolforth & Sullivan, this training tool enhances body awareness & optimizes movement for increased velocity, control & reduced injury risk. Shop now!
See the TAP® Connector Throwing Club in action! Developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, this training tool promotes proper throwing mechanics, increases velocity, and reduces injury risk. Shop now!
See the difference proper mechanics make! This action shot showcases the TAP® Connector Throwing Club, developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, helping athletes achieve a more powerful and efficient throw.
Enhance your throwing mechanics with the TAP® Connector Throwing Club. This training tool, developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, promotes proper form for increased velocity and accuracy. Shop now!
Connector Throwing Club being held in one hand, and the Connection Ball in the other hand. The athlete is rearing back to make a throw.
Connector Throwing Club being held in one hand, and the Connection Ball in the other hand. The athlete has the club in the loaded position, and is ready to throw.
Connector Throwing Club being held in the power position with the arm up and ready to go forward.
Connector Throwing Club is thrown and released. The club is hitting a net straight out in front of the athlete.
Athlete holding a red TAP Connector Throwing Club in the cocked position, preparing to throw. A product shot of the red club is in the bottom left corner.
Develop a connected & efficient throwing pattern with the TAP® Connector Throwing Club. Designed by Wolforth & Sullivan, this training tool enhances body awareness & optimizes movement for increased velocity, control & reduced injury risk. Shop now!
See the TAP® Connector Throwing Club in action! Developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, this training tool promotes proper throwing mechanics, increases velocity, and reduces injury risk. Shop now!
See the difference proper mechanics make! This action shot showcases the TAP® Connector Throwing Club, developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, helping athletes achieve a more powerful and efficient throw.
Enhance your throwing mechanics with the TAP® Connector Throwing Club. This training tool, developed with Wolforth & Sullivan, promotes proper form for increased velocity and accuracy. Shop now!
Connector Throwing Club being held in one hand, and the Connection Ball in the other hand. The athlete is rearing back to make a throw.
Connector Throwing Club being held in one hand, and the Connection Ball in the other hand. The athlete has the club in the loaded position, and is ready to throw.
Connector Throwing Club being held in the power position with the arm up and ready to go forward.
Connector Throwing Club is thrown and released. The club is hitting a net straight out in front of the athlete.
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TAP® Connection™ Throwing Club™

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SKU: TC
$29.95
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Connection™ Throwing Club™ Features

Solid Wood, 16" Long

Crafted from durable solid wood, measuring 16 inches for optimal training balance.

Large Barrel with Handle

Features a large barrel and ergonomic handle for enhanced grip and control.

Center of Mass

Positioned 12" above the hand to promote proper arm path and sequencing.

Built for Net Drills

Designed for net drills, not for use on hard surfaces, ensuring safe and effective training.

TAP® Connection™ and Efficiency Bundle featuring TAP® Connection™ Ball™ and Connection™ Throwing Club™

This bundle is specifically engineered to benefit athletes across various sports, including baseball, tennis, and volleyball, by fostering optimal kinetic chain sequencing, boosting body awareness, and unlocking your peak athletic potential. By incorporating these tools into your training regimen, you'll cultivate the ability to move as a unified, powerful system, eliminating wasted energy and amplifying your output.

Who It's For

Baseball

Creates efficiency in Pitching, Hitting, and Catching Receiving.

Tennis

Creates efficient swings, strokes, and racket awareness.

Volleyball

Helps athletes develop better serves, spikes, and digs.

An athlete grasps the TAP® Connection Ball in the glove side hand. The athlete has released the baseball, and the body has rotated to the glove side with the Connection Ball. The Connection Ball is on the athlete's cheek symbolizing efficient glove side patterns.
An athlete grasps the TAP® Connection Ball in the glove side hand. The athlete has released the baseball, and the body has rotated to the glove side with the Connection Ball. The Connection Ball is on the athlete's cheek symbolizing efficient glove side patterns.
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TAP® Connection™ and Efficiency Bundle featuring TAP® Connection™ Ball™ and Connection™ Throwing Club™

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$79.95
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TAP® Connection™ and Efficiency Bundle Features

Increased Power and Velocity

Boosts explosive power and speed through optimized kinetic chain sequencing.

Enhanced Accuracy and Control

Improves precision in movements for more consistent performance.

Reduced Risk of Injury

Promotes safer movement patterns to minimize strain and injury.

Greater Overall Athletic Performance

Unlocks your peak potential by eliminating wasted energy and amplifying output.

Why Connection™?

The Connection™ brand was developed in collaboration with leading movement experts to deliver feel-based tools that simplify complex training problems. Every product is rooted in science and proven through use at the highest levels of sport.

Trusted by top coaches

  • Texas Baseball Ranch (Ron Wolforth)
  • Florida Baseball ARMory (Randy Sullivan)
  • Travel ball teams, high schools, colleges, and pro organizations

Beware of knock-offs and imitations. Only official Connection™ products carry our signature build quality, textures, and performance-proven design.

Shop the Connection™ Line

Product
Function
Ideal For
Connection™ Ball™
Body coordination & sequencing
Hitting, throwing, serving
Connection™ Throwing Club™
Arm path & proprioception
Pitching, rehab, arm slot

Connection™ is a trademark of Oates Specialties LLC for athletic training tools.