Pitching Drill: Arm Speed (Baseball & Softball)
Fundamental pitching drill focusing on developing quick arm action and proper arm speed through the release point.
How to Run This Drill
- 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
Quick Actions
At a Glance
Categories
PitchingThrowing
Focus Areas
Velocity
Age Groups
11-1213-1415-1617-1818+9-10
Players
1-20 players
Difficulty
beginner
Equipment Needed
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