Pitching Drill: Balance Drill (Baseball)
Pitching drill developing balance at the top of the leg lift and teaching proper sequencing from balance point through delivery.
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 goes through full wind-up, slowly, stopping with their front leg up in the air Throwing partner then moves their backside to the catcher first, forcing the front heel to stay closed, and throws the ball to partner Throwing partner finishes with a smooth follow through If partners are both pitchers, switch after 10 throws
Coaching Points
- Slow wind-up to balance position
- Hold front leg up - check your balance
- Drive backside toward target first
- Front heel stays closed
- Smooth follow-through
- Balance creates consistency
At a Glance
- Balls and gloves
Quick Actions
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