# Lokator Bullpen

> Digital guide for baseball pitching practice with a physical target. (iPhone/iPad app by THE LOKATOR PITCHING ACADEMY LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lokator-bullpen/id672592603 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [THE LOKATOR PITCHING ACADEMY LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/672592606)
- Category: Sports, Games, Sports, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 38 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-01-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lokator-bullpen/id672592603/reviews.md

## What is Lokator Bullpen?

The Lokator Bullpen is designed to be used with the physical Lokator Pitching Target on sale at LokatorAcademy.com. It features 20 different bullpen sessions. Each bullpen sequence consists of 20 pitches.  All are named according to the goals of the sequence and ranked by difficulty from easiest to hardest. Each session teaches and documents pitch command, selection, and sequencing.  

Each bullpen features different methods and strategies of how to get hitters out.  They were all practiced and executed in games to advance Steve Stemle, the inventor of the Lokator Target and System, to the Major Leagues.  They were also crucial tools he used when teaching young pitchers the chess match between the hitter and pitcher while coaching and working at various academies. 

In the Bullpen App Blog at www.lokatorpitchingacademy.com he gives descriptions of exactly what pitchers are trying to accomplish during each bullpen and the reasoning behind the method so parents and coaches can relay information to each pitcher while throwing the bullpen. 

Once a pitcher creates a profile and selects a bullpen to throw it's time to play ball.  The target screen will display the pitch number in the sequence, what Lokations to aim at, and which pitch to throw.  Below this information a Lokator Target will have targeted zones highlighted making visualization and communication easy for the scorekeeper. 

When the pitch is thrown at the designated Lokation a teammate, coach, parent, (scorekeeper) will touch the target on the screen where the ball actually hit.  The App will show a check if the Lokation is hit or an X if it is not.  This is where the retries function comes into play.

Pitchers have the option to choose between 1 and 4 retries for missed targets on the bullpen selection screen.  If pitchers choose the 0 retry option, then bullpens will always be 20 pitches.  If they were to choose 4 retries, then it's possible that the bullpen could be 80 pitches long if no Lokations were hit.  This feature enables pitchers to make adjustments from pitch to pitch, throw longer bullpens, and get rewarded for hitting Lokations early and often when competing for a high ranking by Lokator Score.   

In addition to the retry feature on the bullpen selection screen there is also a distance option to select how far each pitcher is from the target.  This comes in handy for pitchers who throw at different distances or if pitchers are not throwing from full distance so everybody is on the same playing field.
  
When the bullpen has been completed, statistics in four categories are automatically stored in the App database. Two of the categories use the Lokator Score to judge effectiveness and rank each pitcher according to targets hit and the number of pitches it took to hit each target.  The remaining two reports are Accuracy Reports.  The first one gives a percentage of total targets hit for each individual bullpen and the other gives percentages of hits for each individual target of the Lokator design.      

After the Bullpen is over and the reports have been generated, check to see how well you did with Lokator Scores and Accuracy Reports. Look at how you are matching up against other pitchers on the team or friends in the neighborhood with report rankings.  Then use the email function to report statistics to anyone right from the Report Screen. 

The Lokator Bullpen will guide pitchers through all Lokations with every pitch in a way that doesn't favor just the pitcher's strengths.  When pitchers enter the Lokator Bullpen they get the most well rounded bullpen session possible and we know from experience that this is the best way to improve.

## Key features

- 20 structured bullpen sessions
- Pitch command, selection, and sequencing training
- Difficulty ranking for sessions
- Real-time performance tracking
- Adjustable retry options
- Distance selection for pitchers
- Automatic statistics and ranking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 31)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lokator-bullpen/id672592603/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best app ever  no 🧢

*2020-02-06*

This is the best app

### 5/5 — Coach

*2014-02-09, version 1.0*

This app is great for improving mechanics, showing pitch placement and teaching the importance of accuracy.

### 5/5 — Best mobile tool for pitchers

*2014-02-07, version 1.0*

Lokator Bullpen is the perfect mobile tool to enhance a pitcher's experience with the Lokator Pitching Academy Program.

### 1/5 — this makes me SICKKK

*2014-02-06, version 1.0*

THIS IS APP hogwash/eyewash. 
***IF YOU WANT TO LOSE VELOCITY AND MAKE ALL YOUR PITCHES FLAT THEN THE VIDEOS ARE FOR YOU***

### 5/5 — All Good

*2014-02-06*

The LoKator is a great for ALL levels.  I highly recommend it for pitchers looking for that extra edge over their competition.  What I like best with the LoKator is the Accuracy Reports.  These reports generate percentages or targets hit. Pitchers can use these percentages to compare how they are doing against other competitors using the LoKator.  If you are on the fence deciding whether or not to get this product, the Field Test Results speaks for itself!

### 5/5 — Great Tool

*2014-02-04, version 1.0*

App is great addition.  I think Steve is onto something with Lokator system.

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2014-02-04*

This is an amazing App! It gives the user hard data of the pitchers strengths and weaknesses, one of the most important parts of pitching!

### 5/5 — Pitching Coach's Dream Product

*2014-02-04*

Allows for tracking of pitching staff. Perfect tool for newer baseball coach. Provides a guide to develop young pitchers and teaches location and command. Allows for accuracy measurements rather than relying solely on velocity numbers.

### 5/5 — EXCELLENT!

*2014-02-04, version 1.0*

This app is fun and easy to use. It has been a great tool for both learning and coaching.

### 5/5 — Resourceful

*2014-02-04*

This isn't just for baseball but softball too. It is resourceful for all ages to better your skills on the mound. Advance with the Lokator!

## Frequently asked questions about Lokator Bullpen

### What does the Lokator Bullpen app do?

The Lokator Bullpen app is designed to be used with the physical Lokator Pitching Target. It provides 20 different bullpen sessions, each consisting of 20 pitches, to help pitchers improve their pitch command, selection, and sequencing. The app guides pitchers on where to aim and what pitch to throw, then tracks their performance against the physical target.

### How does the app help improve pitching?

Each bullpen session is designed with specific goals and ranked by difficulty, teaching different methods and strategies for getting hitters out. The app provides real-time feedback on whether a target was hit, allowing for pitch-to-pitch adjustments. Features like adjustable retries and distance selection further personalize the training experience.

### Is the Lokator Bullpen app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the Lokator Bullpen app is offered for free. There are no mentions of subscription fees, in-app purchases, or advertisements within the app's description.

### What are the key features of the Lokator Bullpen app?

Key features include 20 distinct bullpen sessions with named goals and difficulty rankings, a system for tracking pitch command, selection, and sequencing, and real-time performance feedback against a physical target. It also offers adjustable retry options for missed targets, distance selection for pitchers, and automatic storage of detailed statistics and rankings.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is intended for baseball pitchers who want to enhance their skills, particularly in areas like pitch command, selection, and sequencing. It is also a valuable tool for coaches and parents who work with young pitchers, providing them with structured training sessions and performance data to aid in development.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2018-03-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- fix minor bugs

### 1.2.2 — 2018-02-15

- Add multiples pitchers

### 1.2 — 2018-01-27

- Use vision algorithms in the iPhone camera to collect pitching statistics and store them in an online database.
- Add Watch extension to choose the pitch zone and the aiming zone

### 1.0.5 — 2017-10-18

Add support for iOS 11

### 1.0.4 — 2014-12-03

Fixed pitcher information display on iOS8

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