Pitching Drill: Arm Speed (Baseball)
Fundamental pitching drill focusing on developing quick arm action and proper arm speed through the release point.
Instructions
1 partner on left/right field foul line, 1 partner 40 feet away in left/right field Receiving partner catches down in catchers position Throwing partner starts from side, with glove shoulder pointed to partner Throwing partner makes a quick throw without moving their feet Throwing partner shifts weight back and then forward with throw If partners are both pitchers, switch after 10 throws
Coaching Points
- Start from the side, glove shoulder to target
- Quick throw without moving feet
- Weight shifts back then forward
- Fast arm through the zone
- Emphasize arm speed, not effort
- Quick arm = more velocity
At a Glance
- Balls and gloves
Quick Actions
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