30 days to make a pitcher

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Dec 10, 2015
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Javasource, please check your inbox. And I'll post some video Monday night. Can I assume to just upload to DFP from a smart phone or is there some other way to do it? This question is for anyone with an answer.
thanks!
 
Jan 4, 2012
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OH-IO
Javasource, please check your inbox. And I'll post some video Monday night. Can I assume to just upload to DFP from a smart phone or is there some other way to do it? This question is for anyone with an answer.
thanks!

This link is old, but BOLD.... (I'd still bet) it will give you something to do instead of just waiting on any answers.... :cool:

Instant March Pitcher's

Solgans:

"just do it"

"dream the dream"

"bring it"

"SpotSpinSpeed"~PC .... PeelDrop2x4 & FlatfingerKunkleBall2x4

*Love to see this thread played out.... more of a first-aid kit thing (to me)....
I still pack DD's old catching stuff with us... U never know :confused:
 
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Jun 18, 2012
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Utah
Of course, "making a pitcher" is not something that can be done on one month. We all know that. But if you have to have someone pitching one month from now, what would the crash course include. In my opinion, that crash course would include a slowed down walk-in with a huge focus on adduction of the arms--elbows lead the way down and into the sides.
 
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Jan 4, 2012
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As for the rest of the team...focus on the ball being put into Play :cool:

I've seen a D1 outfielder come into pitch... in the last couple years
 
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May 30, 2013
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Binghamton, NY
I think if forced to,
I would be strictest about correcting/preventing:

foward-leaning posture
late release
leaving rear leg behind
closing completely

Palm up at 9:00 and IR seem "teachable" to me,
even to an accomplished HE-er. But the stuff I mention above, if engrained early, are really tough to shake later, IMO.
 
Dec 5, 2012
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Mid West
Of course, "making a pitcher" is not something that can be done on one month. We all know that. But if you have to have someone pitching one month from now, what would the crash course include. In my opinion, that crash course would include a slowed down walk-in with a huge focus on addiction of the arms--elbows lead the way down and into the sides.

Addiction with arms and legs, very stable hips, core, and shoulders, and finally brush and whip. If one can at least understand at these things, they'll be able to throw strikes.
 
Oct 11, 2010
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Chicago, IL
One thing I would suggest is not to overwork her. You might end up with a pitcher at the end of 30 days that can not pitch because of a sore arm.
 
Jan 4, 2012
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One thing I would suggest is not to overwork her. You might end up with a pitcher at the end of 30 days that can not pitch because of a sore arm.

Yep !!! I think I would have to change my full motion prodigal ....to segmenting, to doing 10,000 - 9 o'clocks then....10,000 -12 o'clocks for first 2 weeks @ 15 ft... I would have them do the full pre-pitch routine all 20,000....they seem to be calling more IP because of changing hands...pauseing ect... even letting blatant re-plant, crowhopping & step-putter-inner's...go uncalled... If she got an IP called it would be twice as detrimental to our 30 day wonder...

I would get a much younger accomplished pitcher than the new pitcher to work out with...doing the overhand warm up, then have younger pitcher pitch about 10-20 then leave...just for her to watch.....when she was ready for full motion, have them go pitch for pitch for 50, then leave.

....then ???
 
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Jun 18, 2012
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Utah
One thing I would suggest is not to overwork her. You might end up with a pitcher at the end of 30 days that can not pitch because of a sore arm.

If she learns the correct mechanics with the arm, her arm shouldn't get all that sore. However, I do agree generally with what you are saying.
 
Jun 18, 2012
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Utah
One thing I would suggest is not to overwork her. You might end up with a pitcher at the end of 30 days that can not pitch because of a sore arm.

I would add this.... You should have your top candidates focusing almost solely on pitching over the next 30 days, maybe trim down to the two or three who seem to be learning the quickest.

I mentioned the walk-in. I think it really helps them feel the rhythm and timing fairly quickly. Once the get good rhythm and timing with the walk-in, juice the walk-in up a bit and every 2-3 reps have them stand on the mound and pitch a legal pitch.

Again, focus a lot on how they use their arms (i.e., adduction--pull elbows into the sides). I think of that Ueno coach drill where he shows the symmetry of both arms as he steps forward.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lV75AkynsOg
 
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