Pitching Drill: Towel Pitching Drill (Baseball)
A pitching drill using a towel to teach proper posture, front-side mechanics, and delivery without using a baseball. This drill helps pitchers develop muscle memory for correct mechanics.
Instructions
Cut a towel in half so you have about 12 inches of material. The pitcher holds the towel in their pitching hand using their middle finger through the towel. Set up in the normal pitching position on the mound or flat ground. Go through the complete pitching motion, focusing on posture, balance, and front-side mechanics. At the release point, snap the towel down toward the target zone. The towel should crack like a whip if done correctly. Practice this motion repeatedly to build muscle memory.
Coaching Points
- Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the delivery
- Ensure the front side (glove side) stays closed and controlled
- Listen for the towel snap - it indicates proper wrist action and release
- This drill can be done daily without putting stress on the throwing arm
At a Glance
- Baseballs
- Gloves
- Bases
- Towels
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