Pitching Drill: Towel Pitching Drill (Baseball)
Dry drill using a towel to work on pitching mechanics without throwing a ball. The towel should crack like a whip if released properly.
How to Run This Drill
- Cut a towel in half to create about 12 inches of material. Pitcher holds the towel using their middle finger through one end.
- Set up in normal pitching position on the mound or flat ground.
- Go through the complete pitching motion: posture, balance, stride, arm action.
- At the release point, snap the towel down toward a target zone on the ground.
- If done correctly, the towel should crack like a whip at the release point.
- Practice repeatedly to build muscle memory. This is a great drill when a catcher is not available or for arm-care days.
Coaching Points
- Towel should crack like a whip at release
- Focus on posture, balance, and front-side mechanics
- Great for arm-care days or when no catcher is available
- Builds muscle memory for proper release
- No stress on the arm
- Can do many reps without fatigue
At a Glance
- baseballs
- bases
- towel
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