Pitching
Break of the Hands Drill
Instructions
• Player sets up at least 10 feet from a target of their choosing (spot on the fence, sign, etc.)
• Player should do repetitions in both the windup and stretch positions
• Player goes through a dry delivery (without throwing) and separates throwing hand from glove hand when the lift leg reaches its highest point
• When done properly, the release point will be on time with fingers on top of the baseball
• Each player should complete 10 repetitions in the windup and stretch positions
• This drill should be done daily as a check point for pitchers
At a Glance
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Duration 1 minutes
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Players 1-2 players
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Difficulty Beginner
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Age Range 6-18 years
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Equipment Needed
- Gloves and balls