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- Dec 28, 2023
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Quickest way to ruin a pitcher is to make them a pitcher. Why? Because the number one winning game coaching priority for young players is to throw strikes. And they never learn how to most effectively use their body to throw (pitch) the softball.
"My philosophy" for developing a high-level pitcher:
Focus on total player development hitting, fielding, overhand throwing, running speed and quickness. Make yourself valuable as an overall player. This will give you the best chance for future softball playing opportunities.
Find yourself a pitching instructor who emphasizes pitcher throwing athleticism and velocity development. No more than 25% of your instructional time should be focused on throwing strikes.
If at all possible play and rec league type games where you can pitch but outcome (winning) is not number one priority.
Enjoy!
"My philosophy" for developing a high-level pitcher:
Focus on total player development hitting, fielding, overhand throwing, running speed and quickness. Make yourself valuable as an overall player. This will give you the best chance for future softball playing opportunities.
Find yourself a pitching instructor who emphasizes pitcher throwing athleticism and velocity development. No more than 25% of your instructional time should be focused on throwing strikes.
If at all possible play and rec league type games where you can pitch but outcome (winning) is not number one priority.
"Contributed at the plate and as a pinch runner, batting .406 in 32 at-bats, registering 13 hits, 13 runs scored, a pair of doubles and eight RBIs … Stole four bases on five attempts … Showcased her versatility in the postseason, registering a hit, two runs and a stolen base in the Big 12 Championship game vs. Texas (5/13) … Scored a pair of runs in the WCWS Championship Series as a pinch runner, scoring two more runs than she gave up in the circle." Jordy Bahl 2023
Enjoy!