Coaching Baseball Pitchers - Two Flaws That Reduce Pitch Velocity

By Nick Dixon

I hope all is well with you and your team. Just wanted to mention two flaws that reduce pitch velocity. These flaws are common of younger pitchers. The two flaws are:

1. Short Striding - A pitchers stride should be at least 2/3 of his total height. If the pitcher is stepping and not striding, the pitcher will not generate the optimum velocity on his fastball. The pitcher should stride on a straight line or slightly closed on a straight line to the plate.
2. Early Body Rotation - Many pitchers begin the rotation of the hips and torso prematurely. The pitcher will generate maximum velocity when he rotates at about 60 to 75 percent into his stride. When a pitchers rotates too early, the pitcher is thrwoing or pitching with only the arm. To generate maximum velocity the pitcher should stride and then rotate after the strike foot lands.

Have a great day!
Nick

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