Thoughts please

[ArmWhip]

That would only work if they throw overhand correctly no? Which is a big if..Or is the feel of an incorrect OH throwing pattern still good enough for this purpose?

The drill is done in a very relaxed manner similar to what you would do when first warming up so technique is not important. I also do not let them get into a set position for the slingshot or full motion, it's not pitching. I want it as free form as possible, I want them to explore and be creative, find new patterns. Keeping the tempo slow and easy allows them to feel the way they move.

 

[_MIA_]

The drill is done in a very relaxed manner similar to what you would do when first warming up so technique is not important. I also do not let them get into a set position for the slingshot or full motion, it's not pitching. I want it as free form as possible, I want them to explore and be creative, find new patterns. Keeping the tempo slow and easy allows them to feel the way they move.

Got it. So just the idea of playing catch vs feeling something (eg whip, something some kids won’t feel when throwing OH..)

 

[Shawn]

Not all pitchers bend the elbow and then extend at release.

 

[ArmWhip]

Got it. So just the idea of playing catch vs feeling something (eg whip, something some kids won’t feel when throwing OH..)

Every deliberate physical action begins with an intention. Having the intention to throw a pitch activates a specific motor pattern, when just playing catch the actions/patterns are not as tightly defined, allowing for more experimentation.

 

[sluggers]

Not all pitchers bend the elbow and then extend at release.

Next.

 

[Shawn]

Next.

In what world is that bent. Where is it at 9, 8, 7? Where is the ball facing and hand position in your picture?

 

[Shawn]

Arm is pretty straight here as well,

 

[Shawn]

We could do this all day, lol. Not everyone is perfect.

 

[Shawn]

This is a bend n whip. Very good arm action.




This might be to much bend.