- Apr 11, 2013
- 52
- 8
I have two DD that are pitchers, one is 16u the other is a first year 12u this coming summer. The oldest has one full ride offer on the table from a mid-major, the youngest consistently throws mid50's+ as an 11 year old (she's also 5'6" and 160 lbs...my fault, not hers ) Both of them have always been taught throw as hard as you can with good mechanics. Trying to slow down to throw strikes changes everything...changes how hard they drive off the rubber, changes the arm circle speed, changes the release point. Learn to find the strike zone. I have two absolutes when pitching...throw with as hard as you can, throw with good mechanics. Practice enough, they will figure out how to throw strikes.
I agree with Snotbubbles, be more concerned with development than winning games.
I agree with Snotbubbles, be more concerned with development than winning games.