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Velo from short stop is pretty important because it translates into the ability to throw out a runner on a ball in the hole. There are metrics out there that say D1 guys need to be 85+ IF velo etc, but like everything else it is subjective to the coach and what he sees in the player (right Ironhorse?).

I can tell you that weight lifting is very important in throwing velo whether pitching or playing a position, but of equal importance is technique. My son has picked up velo in the past year that is due in large part to the leg work he has done, which also translates into improvements in power at the plate. But equally if the player takes the correct angle, goes through the ball, stays low throughout the motion and closes ground to 1B during the fielding process they will see improved velo as well. It’s not always possible to do all that, like on run and gun plays, so upper body and shoulder strength and throwing from different arm slots is critical too. Quick hands and transfer are a plus, flashing a great glove is a plus because you can’t throw a baseball you haven’t fielded yet. Seen guys with a weaker arm play amazing SS and look awesome, seen guys with hoses not look great due to poor technique or habits of relying on the velo.

Last edited by Chicago643
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