quote:“Wouldn't it be true that if a kid throws hard but does it incorrectly, the higher the likelihood of permanent damage?”
You would think so but I have witnessed the injury ratio’s do not discriminate between the two, both degrade their arms if improper force application is used It gets down to mechanical adherence to supinated drives and releases and over early(at leg lift) rotation amounts that cause centrifuging (traditional teachings), all of these players are susceptible to injuries and the pronators with straightened out drivelines stay healthy.
Players that are genetically gifted to throw fast will also make the physiological changes needed to as they age to throw fast safely only if there mechanics are non injurious and the same goes for less gifted players.
quote:“I know he cares about playing centerfield though.”
Tell him to always ask the coach if he can play there!! then he will get to follow his desire.