Reply to "At What LOWER-end Velocity Does Pitch 'Location' NOT Matter?"

Homerun041,000+ posts

I agree control is the key, but mid-low 70's would be a cutoff point. Without velocity, having an alternative pitch is also very helpful for success.

But it is also based on what type of competition you are going to face, if the league you play in is not very strong, then a pitcher that does not have much in terms of velocity may well be successful (but then again, they may only be able to hit 60’s), where a league with good hitters that can adjust to slow speeds they may not be successful.

Another key would be coachability and projection of will he be able to increase his speed over the long term and will he be better than others you could have on the team.

1/18/092:45 PM

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