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    Throwing Change Ups in Batting Practice

    One thing that works pretty well if you can't windmill is to FAKE PITCH periodically and watch to see that she is able to stay back and balanced
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    knowing when to throw- pulling the trigger

    Better visit the pitching thread too....LOL...Just JOKING!!
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    Stronger Throws to 2nd

    The way I remember the video is that right foot is centered AND THEN THE HIPS TURN TO 2nd...This portion of the move is where a lot of power is generated....As she becomes more comfortable (and quicker) with the move she will develope a rythm which will also add some zip
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    against moving 14 YOs to 43 feet

    So THAT explains it...Somebody just called her parents to ask what they wanted to do and EVERYBODY ELSE had to go along....HA!!
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    against moving 14 YOs to 43 feet

    That girl should play up to 16u...As for the 99% that don't start for their varsity...They would get the additional time that most need to develop.....By the way, I feel like the hitters need this period as well to develop stategies against tough pitching
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    Catcher positioning taking throws from outfield

    I REALLY like the Dave Weaver video and recommend it as the BEST method for training your catchers....One item that I teach is that on throws that are from the right side (as well as close plays) the catcher should be closer to the plate and less up the line. On a very close play or a throw...
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    How much practice is enough?

    I think the schedule you described is PLENTY...I would suggest to let her get her pitching fix by working on pitching related items that could be done while resting the arm...ei: Practive using fingers to create and control spin just tossing a ball up....or fielding bunts....reviewing video of...
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    Peel Drop where to start

    SO WHAT MAKES yOU AN EXPERT ON THE "HOUSE OF PITCHING" VIDEO SERIES??? LOL
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    What traits does a pitcher need?

    It's just like the rest of your team...Recruit orphans!! LOL
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    Best way to set up a change up

    I agree...In fact for 12u I really prefer that it be out of the zone.....Started at the outside black to a right handed hitter and landing on the catcher's right toe is exactly what I'm looking for. In this location if it's hit at all, it's usually foul.
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    In Front or Behind the Batter???

    It is true that the pitch location should be the primary factor in determining front or back....Both should be practiced because moving in front is a more direct route if the pitch location allows (for a RH catcher)....Also, provides a better angle for pickoffs....Another thing that is more of a...
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    Pitching Signs

    For location I use....To a right handed batter 1...UP and In 2...Up and Out 3...Down and In 4..Down and Out Closed Fist.....Down the middle and God help us The reference to a right hand batter is just to help you picture the spot....Location is the same regardless of which side the batter is...
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    Ball Spin

    At that age and thru 12u There are issues with hand size versus ball size that can effect spin in that way, There are others on here that know much more than me on the subject but I would think that if that spin is really consistent it would be a good thing (and easy to correct as she grows...
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    Leg slapping

    Except for the last pitcher shown they are just brushing the thigh compared to what we are dealing with. I believe in watching the best and doing what works for them but since their are MANY other high level pitchers that do not have this habit I don't think that it is critical to their...
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    Leg slapping

    How does a young pitcher get rid of that habit after the "cool" factor wears off and it's just a pain (in more ways than one)
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