Pitching Drills and Mechanics

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Balance Point Drill (Balance Beam)

This drill focuses on the proper alignment and positioning at the pitcher’s balance point. The balance beam will challenge the athlete to maintain balance over the balls of his feet. However, the drill can also be done on flat-ground depending on comfort level. The balance beam provides instant feedback, since poor balance obviously leads to …

Checkpoints

Verbal Series of Checkpoints

Take the sign
Step Back
Pivot
Leg up (balance point)
Break (weight back)
Turn
Finish
Follow Through

Take the sign

Step Back

Pivot

Leg Up (balance point)

Break (hand break & weight back)

Turn (rotate weight and torso)

Finish