Reply to "10yo pitching question..."

TPMHSBaseballweb Member since 2003

There is no doubt that throwing strengthens the arm. Who is arguing that point.
I do not agree with GM regarding that the lower velocity thrown (by pitching) by 9-10 year olds doesn't cause injury. Pitching motion is not a natural motion, mechanics are very important and 9 and 10 year olds do not have perfect mechanics. Impossible. Do you know how many years it takes to develop proper mechanics to avoid injury? Years. My 23 year old is still being tweaked all of the time. There's no way a 9-10 year old can have all the parts doing the right thing at the same time.

Throwing (not pitching), never hurt anyone.

I agree with 20dad, a 9-10 year old can have fun throwing off of the baseball field. Other activities should be incorporated in a young players routine. No one is looking to sign a 9,10 year old.

5/11/099:41 PM

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