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Aug 1, 2014
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I have been looking for a pitching machine online for a while. I have found a few but they're very costly.
While my DD and I were working with practice golf balls this afternoon, this idea hit me. One trip to the hardware store later, I had a good practice golf ball pitching machine.

I understand that this isn't a perfect machine. The golf ball slows quickly, but at that speed I bet she doesn't notice. I am working with her on reaction time and hand eye coordination. I estimate that she has less than half a second to hit this small ball. She's using my hand motion for timing to load.

Remember, I posted this vid in the practical section. :) Enjoy.

Best $20 I've ever spent - YouTube
 
May 24, 2013
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Well done!! Hitting small, fast-moving targets is a good thing. Mount that on a stand, and you can drink a cold beverage with your free hand.
 
Aug 1, 2014
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I am glad you enjoyed the idea. Please feel free to copy. $35 electric blower that most homeowners own and a few accessories - instant pitching machine.
I read my post and it may have sounded defenseive please feel free to share the extra drills that should be added to account for the weaknesses in the drill. I want to start a discussion of all aspects of this and complimentary drills. Especailly now that I have had the affirmation of my idea. ;)
 
Aug 13, 2014
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I have been looking for a pitching machine online for a while. I have found a few but they're very costly.
While my DD and I were working with practice golf balls this afternoon, this idea hit me. One trip to the hardware store later, I had a good practice golf ball pitching machine.

I understand that this isn't a perfect machine. The golf ball slows quickly, but at that speed I bet she doesn't notice. I am working with her on reaction time and hand eye coordination. I estimate that she has less than half a second to hit this small ball. She's using my hand motion for timing to load.

Remember, I posted this vid in the practical section. :) Enjoy.

Best $20 I've ever spent - YouTube

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