Archive | Pitching

16 November 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Changeup Drills for Pitchers


After a young pitcher learns the 4-seam and 2-seam fastballs, the next pitch that he should learn is the change-up.  Unfortunately, many young pitchers at the Little League level learn the curve ball next.  That’s because even a little curve ball at the Little League level makes for an over-powering pitcher. Many doctors who are [...]

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14 May 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Holding a Runner at Second Base


Holding a runner at second base is one of the most misunderstood parts of youth baseball.  It makes me cringe when I see a second baseman standing on second base holding a runner in the same manner that a first baseman would.  Where did that come from? How Pitchers Can Hold a Runner The key [...]

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13 March 2011 ~ 0 Comments

How to Teach a Curve Ball


I’m not a doctor so I am not going to pass judgement on the age at which young players should be throwing a curve ball.  I’m sure that the proper age varies based on many factors including the mechanics and the maturity of the pitcher. One thing that is for sure, however.  Kids are going [...]

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